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Volkswagen Polo

White · Diesel · 2011 · 1,598 cc

X3 EXRMOT history

X3 EXR is a white diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 22 Jan 2011. Its MOT is valid until 20 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 129,737 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Feb 2026.

X3 EXR white Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Feb 2027
Mileage
129,737 mi
At MOT on 21 Feb 2026
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,843 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X3 EXR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
22 Jan 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X3 EXR was last recorded at 129,737 miles on 21 Feb 2026, 3,739 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,998 miles · 19 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,739 miles
Average per year
7,843 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,737 miles
  • 2025 – 125,998 miles
  • 2024 – 120,962 miles
  • 2023 – 116,173 miles
  • 2021 – 111,794 miles
  • 2020 – 108,520 miles
  • 2019 – 92,272 miles
  • 2018 – 80,628 miles
  • 2017 – 71,839 miles
  • 2016 – 60,716 miles
  • 2015 – 49,901 miles
  • 2014 – 35,144 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,737 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

19 tests since 30 Jan 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,737 miles (+3,739)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    129,737 miles
    Test number
    948835228474
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass125,998 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    125,998 miles
    Test number
    833509679956
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail125,998 miles (+5,036)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,998 miles
    Test number
    135230469812
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass120,962 miles (+4,789)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    120,962 miles
    Test number
    579048146240
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  5. Pass116,173 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    116,173 miles
    Test number
    423670158583
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  6. Fail116,173 miles (+4,379)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,173 miles
    Test number
    351087279077
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  7. Pass111,794 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    111,794 miles
    Test number
    608313273559
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  8. Fail111,794 miles (+3,274)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,794 miles
    Test number
    575481864909
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  9. Pass108,520 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    108,520 miles
    Test number
    917365297384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail108,520 miles (+16,248)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,520 miles
    Test number
    776929907370
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  11. Pass92,272 miles (+11,644)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    92,272 miles
    Test number
    967291253815
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass80,628 miles (+8,789)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    80,628 miles
    Test number
    585050524121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass71,839 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    71,839 miles
    Test number
    449392565852
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Fail71,839 miles (+11,123)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,839 miles
    Test number
    665688629440
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass60,716 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    60,716 miles
    Test number
    715544055934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail60,716 miles (+10,815)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,716 miles
    Test number
    764814169549
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass49,901 miles (+14,757)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    49,901 miles
    Test number
    718588905076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,144 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    35,144 miles
    Test number
    685160034083
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail35,144 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,144 miles
    Test number
    927280934039
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about X3 EXR

Does X3 EXR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X3 EXR is valid until 20 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on X3 EXR?
The MOT on X3 EXR is valid until 20 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X3 EXR done?
X3 EXR was recorded at 129,737 miles at its MOT on 21 Feb 2026, an average of 7,843 miles a year.
Has X3 EXR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X3 EXR has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on X3 EXR ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on X3 EXR find?
X3 EXR passed its latest MOT on 21 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside rear coil spring corroded.

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