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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 999 cc

X437 OSAMOT history

X437 OSA is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Nov 2000. Its MOT is valid until 4 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 39,629 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Nov 2025.

X437 OSA blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Dec 2026
Mileage
39,629 mi
At MOT on 21 Nov 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,918 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X437 OSA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X437 OSA was last recorded at 39,629 miles on 21 Nov 2025, 591 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
39,038 miles · 29 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
591 miles
Average per year
1,918 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 39,629 miles
  • 2024 – 39,038 miles
  • 2023 – 37,681 miles
  • 2022 – 36,288 miles
  • 2021 – 30,015 miles
  • 2020 – 27,625 miles
  • 2019 – 24,111 miles
  • 2018 – 19,433 miles
  • 2017 – 16,740 miles
  • 2016 – 16,161 miles
  • 2015 – 14,398 miles
  • 2014 – 12,326 miles
  • 2013 – 9,460 miles
  • 2012 – 4,864 miles
  • 2011 – 4,321 miles
  • 2010 – 4,125 miles
  • 2009 – 3,893 miles
  • 2008 – 3,636 miles
  • 2007 – 3,355 miles
  • 2006 – 2,990 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass39,629 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryAxle corroded

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 Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 13 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass39,629 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    39,629 miles
    Test number
    939313779315
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryAxle corroded

  2. Fail39,629 miles (+591)3 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,629 miles
    Test number
    271614919305
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryAxle corroded

  3. Pass39,038 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    39,038 miles
    Test number
    441096498276
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail39,038 miles (+1,357)2 dangerous2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,038 miles
    Test number
    572302204087
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass37,681 miles (+1,393)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    37,681 miles
    Test number
    413764135615
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass36,288 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    36,288 miles
    Test number
    968046531475
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail36,288 miles (+6,273)1 dangerous5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,288 miles
    Test number
    611658660500
    • DangerousRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass30,015 miles (+20)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    30,015 miles
    Test number
    540277710843
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail29,995 miles (+2,370)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,995 miles
    Test number
    392454697573
    • MajorNearside Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass27,625 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    27,625 miles
    Test number
    814082017375
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail27,625 miles (+3,514)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,625 miles
    Test number
    368692933874
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass24,111 miles (+4,678)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    24,111 miles
    Test number
    202001252510
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass19,433 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    19,433 miles
    Test number
    232850958666

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail19,433 miles (+2,693)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,433 miles
    Test number
    945574220224
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

  15. Pass16,740 miles (+579)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    16,740 miles
    Test number
    148901607525

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass16,161 miles (+1,763)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    16,161 miles
    Test number
    311828565104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass14,398 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    14,398 miles
    Test number
    899304862816
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components are corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre is heavily perished

  18. Fail14,398 miles (+2,072)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,398 miles
    Test number
    122313896102
    • DangerousNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components are corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre is heavily perished

  19. Pass12,326 miles (+2,866)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    12,326 miles
    Test number
    258194094255
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteBOTH FRONT TYRES HAVE EDGE WEAR
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  20. Pass9,460 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    9,460 miles
    Test number
    526112903380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail9,459 miles (+4,595)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,459 miles
    Test number
    188822603383
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

  22. Pass4,864 miles (+543)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    4,864 miles
    Test number
    897194892207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass4,321 miles (+196)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    4,321 miles
    Test number
    659040291204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass4,125 miles (+232)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    4,125 miles
    Test number
    332821590272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass3,893 miles (+257)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    3,893 miles
    Test number
    344835589461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass3,636 miles (+281)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    3,636 miles
    Test number
    804037988218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  27. Pass3,355 miles (+365)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    3,355 miles
    Test number
    633248187255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass2,990 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    2,990 miles
    Test number
    210226286230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X437 OSA

Does X437 OSA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X437 OSA is valid until 4 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on X437 OSA?
The MOT on X437 OSA is valid until 4 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X437 OSA done?
X437 OSA was recorded at 39,629 miles at its MOT on 21 Nov 2025, an average of 1,918 miles a year.
Has X437 OSA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X437 OSA has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on X437 OSA 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 X437 OSA find?
X437 OSA passed its latest MOT on 21 Nov 2025 with 13 advisories: nearside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 10 more.

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