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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,390 cc

X449 NKKMOT history

X449 NKK is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 14 Dec 2000. Its MOT expired on 23 Jul 2024 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 85,408 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2023.

X449 NKK silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Jul 2024
Mileage
85,408 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2023
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,462 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X449 NKK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
14 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

X449 NKK was last recorded at 85,408 miles on 24 Jul 2023, 991 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,417 miles · 17 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
991 miles
Average per year
2,462 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 85,408 miles
  • 2022 – 84,417 miles
  • 2021 – 80,882 miles
  • 2019 – 78,954 miles
  • 2018 – 77,627 miles
  • 2017 – 76,509 miles
  • 2016 – 74,924 miles
  • 2015 – 73,175 miles
  • 2014 – 70,789 miles
  • 2013 – 65,890 miles
  • 2012 – 62,097 miles
  • 2011 – 58,018 miles
  • 2010 – 54,201 miles
  • 2009 – 50,411 miles
  • 2008 – 47,685 miles
  • 2007 – 44,860 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,408 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisorySuspension component modified but not seriously weakened coil over's fitted (5.3.3 (c) (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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Headlamp levelling device inoperative

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • EML light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 12 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,408 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    85,408 miles
    Test number
    466688871325
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension component modified but not seriously weakened coil over's fitted (5.3.3 (c) (i))

  2. Fail85,408 miles (+991)5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,408 miles
    Test number
    861958172526
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension component modified but not seriously weakened coil over's fitted (5.3.3 (c) (i))

  3. Pass84,417 miles (+18)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    84,417 miles
    Test number
    986663000495
    • AdvisoryEML light on
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component modified but not seriously weakened coil-overs fitted (5.3.3 (c) (i))

  4. Fail84,399 miles (+3,517)6 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,399 miles
    Test number
    143548252387
    • MajorElectrical wiring insecure and in contact with sharp edges amp wire under bonnet (4.11 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryEML light on
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component modified but not seriously weakened coil overs fitted (5.3.3 (c) (i))

  5. Pass80,882 miles3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    80,882 miles
    Test number
    262470323421
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorPosition lamp light intensity obviously reduced both rear lamps tinted (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective rear tailpipe fouling bodywork (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear axle pivot bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail80,882 miles (+8)1 repaired3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,882 miles
    Test number
    864538245885
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high both lights high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorPosition lamp light intensity obviously reduced both rear lamps tinted (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective rear tailpipe fouling bodywork (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear axle pivot bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail80,874 miles (+1,920)1 dangerous10 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,874 miles
    Test number
    475818540552
    • DangerousBoth front brake hoses fouling on suspension
    • MajorBrake hose ferrule excessively corroded both rears at axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both headlamps (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged at caliper (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at various joins (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective rear tailpipe fouling bodywork (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear axle pivot bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear lamps tinted

  8. Pass78,954 miles (+1,327)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    78,954 miles
    Test number
    584636763729

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass77,627 miles (+1,118)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    77,627 miles
    Test number
    186070527961
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass76,509 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    76,509 miles
    Test number
    555576676314
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded various (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Fail76,509 miles (+1,585)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,509 miles
    Test number
    582336387579
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded various (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass74,924 miles (+1,749)15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    74,924 miles
    Test number
    376143114325
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened liped (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened liped (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Pass73,175 miles (+2,386)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    73,175 miles
    Test number
    749964695164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass70,789 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    70,789 miles
    Test number
    138311584167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail70,789 miles (+4,899)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,789 miles
    Test number
    716527274160
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass65,890 miles (+3,793)6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    65,890 miles
    Test number
    459927073125
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear axle has surface corrosion
    • NoteRear exhaust box is corroded

  17. Pass62,097 miles (+4,079)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    62,097 miles
    Test number
    207877172160
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass58,018 miles (+3,817)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    58,018 miles
    Test number
    298728161192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass54,201 miles (+3,790)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    54,201 miles
    Test number
    200686880158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass50,411 miles (+2,726)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    50,411 miles
    Test number
    924162389156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass47,685 miles (+2,825)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    47,685 miles
    Test number
    790961778129
    • NoteNsr and osr and nsr tyres cracking up nsr the worst

  22. Pass44,860 miles (+150)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    44,860 miles
    Test number
    220591497487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass44,710 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    44,710 miles
    Test number
    990082127048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail44,710 miles (+2)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,710 miles
    Test number
    534546617087
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  25. Fail44,708 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,708 miles
    Test number
    193412817491
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Questions about X449 NKK

Does X449 NKK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X449 NKK expired on 23 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X449 NKK?
The MOT on X449 NKK expired on 23 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X449 NKK done?
X449 NKK was recorded at 85,408 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2023, an average of 2,462 miles a year.
Has X449 NKK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X449 NKK has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on X449 NKK 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 X449 NKK find?
X449 NKK passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2023 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; exhaust noisy, and 3 more.

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