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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2016 · 1,197 cc

X42 AEJMOT history

X42 AEJ is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 17 Jun 2016. Its MOT is valid until 9 Feb 2027 and it has passed 7 of 9 MOT tests, with 49,869 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Feb 2026.

X42 AEJ red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 9 Feb 2027
Mileage
49,869 mi
At MOT on 10 Feb 2026
MOT tests
9
7 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,021 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X42 AEJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,197 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
17 Jun 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X42 AEJ was last recorded at 49,869 miles on 10 Feb 2026, 6,824 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
43,045 miles · 5 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
6,824 miles
Average per year
7,021 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 49,869 miles
  • 2025 – 43,045 miles
  • 2024 – 35,650 miles
  • 2023 – 27,400 miles
  • 2022 – 18,210 miles
  • 2020 – 10,931 miles
  • 2019 – 2,487 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass49,869 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryManufactures body covers installed underneath vehicle restricting visual inspection.
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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.

  • Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

9 tests since 13 May 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass49,869 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    49,869 miles
    Test number
    393384478580
    • AdvisoryManufactures body covers installed underneath vehicle restricting visual inspection.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Fail49,869 miles (+6,824)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,869 miles
    Test number
    515774122831
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryManufactures body covers installed underneath vehicle restricting visual inspection.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  3. Pass43,045 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    43,045 miles
    Test number
    936408230645
    • AdvisoryManufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection

  4. Fail43,043 miles (+7,393)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,043 miles
    Test number
    171544397481
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryManufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass35,650 miles (+8,250)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    35,650 miles
    Test number
    657990337209
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryManufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection

  6. Pass27,400 miles (+9,190)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    27,400 miles
    Test number
    285817593943
    • AdvisoryManufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection

  7. Pass18,210 miles (+7,279)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    18,210 miles
    Test number
    734127442985
    • AdvisoryManufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection

  8. Pass10,931 miles (+8,444)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    10,931 miles
    Test number
    545890189245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass2,487 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    2,487 miles
    Test number
    519464982149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X42 AEJ

Does X42 AEJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X42 AEJ is valid until 9 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on X42 AEJ?
The MOT on X42 AEJ is valid until 9 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X42 AEJ done?
X42 AEJ was recorded at 49,869 miles at its MOT on 10 Feb 2026, an average of 7,021 miles a year.
Has X42 AEJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X42 AEJ has failed 2 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on X42 AEJ 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 X42 AEJ find?
X42 AEJ passed its latest MOT on 10 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: manufactures body covers installed underneath vehicle restricting visual inspection.; nearside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; rear service brake fluctuating, but not excessively.

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