Volkswagen Polo
Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,390 cc
X449 UATMOT history
X449 UAT is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 24 Nov 2000. Its MOT is valid until 25 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 84,965 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 25 Apr 2027
- Mileage
- 84,965 mi
- At MOT on 21 Apr 2026
- MOT tests
- 33
- 20 passed · 13 failed
- Per year
- 3,123 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- X449 UAT
- 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
- 24 Nov 2000
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 25 Apr 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 21 Apr 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
X449 UAT was last recorded at 84,965 miles on 21 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Apr 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 84,965 miles · 20 Apr 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 0 miles
- Average per year
- 3,123 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 84,965 miles
- 2025 – 83,093 miles
- 2024 – 80,982 miles
- 2023 – 69,493 miles
- 2022 – 59,915 miles
- 2021 – 53,038 miles
- 2020 – 51,193 miles
- 2019 – 46,049 miles
- 2016 – 45,653 miles
- 2015 – 44,859 miles
- 2014 – 43,979 miles
- 2013 – 42,584 miles
- 2012 – 40,680 miles
- 2011 – 38,708 miles
- 2010 – 36,858 miles
- 2009 – 34,269 miles
- 2008 – 30,881 miles
- 2007 – 27,952 miles
- 2006 – 24,692 miles
- 2005 – 21,249 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass84,965 miles
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
- AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn axel bushes both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
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, 2007–2015
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014
Offside Side repeater not working
Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026
Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025
Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault
Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021
Full MOT history
33 tests since 24 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass84,965 miles10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Apr 2027
- Odometer
- 84,965 miles
- Test number
- 264110303321
- 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))
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn axel bushes both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Fail84,965 miles (+1,872)1 dangerous3 major10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 84,965 miles
- Test number
- 838520998051
- DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced boot floor big hole (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- 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))
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn axel bushes both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Pass83,093 miles (+70)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Apr 2026
- Odometer
- 83,093 miles
- Test number
- 294748523329
- AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Fail83,023 miles (+2,041)3 major1 minor12 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 83,023 miles
- Test number
- 121661890992
- MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryGeneral corrosion noticed and advised along with suspension components including front and rear subframe
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass80,982 miles (+11,489)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Apr 2025
- Odometer
- 80,982 miles
- Test number
- 567382928215
- AdvisoryCentral Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Pass69,493 miles (+9,578)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Apr 2024
- Odometer
- 69,493 miles
- Test number
- 530907008051
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer treads (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer treads (5.2.3 (e))
Pass59,915 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 25 Apr 2023
- Odometer
- 59,915 miles
- Test number
- 915347061211
- AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
Fail59,915 miles (+6,877)1 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 59,915 miles
- Test number
- 600340177648
- Repaired at testHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
Pass53,038 miles (+1)
- MOT expiry
- 25 Apr 2022
- Odometer
- 53,038 miles
- Test number
- 518054767061
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail53,037 miles (+1,844)3 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 53,037 miles
- Test number
- 357603689311
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Pass51,193 miles (+5,144)7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Apr 2021
- Odometer
- 51,193 miles
- Test number
- 679656181250
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All four springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Cracking - Not to excess (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing DOT 3909, 175/65/13 80T (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- 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 arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear trailing arm bushes deteriorated, no excess play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass46,049 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 25 Apr 2020
- Odometer
- 46,049 miles
- Test number
- 368367666278
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail46,049 miles (+396)1 dangerous7 major1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 46,049 miles
- Test number
- 897968631364
- DangerousNearside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
- MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
- MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass45,653 miles (+794)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 3 Dec 2017
- Odometer
- 45,653 miles
- Test number
- 760512159633
- AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded
Pass44,859 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 3 Dec 2016
- Odometer
- 44,859 miles
- Test number
- 376365188393
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Fail44,859 miles (+880)4 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 44,859 miles
- Test number
- 804497905800
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
- FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass43,979 miles6 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 3 Dec 2015
- Odometer
- 43,979 miles
- Test number
- 637028024345
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteNearside rear shock absorber dust cover detached.Nearside front wing holed near sill
- NoteOil leak
Fail43,979 miles (+1,395)2 failures6 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 43,979 miles
- Test number
- 978798924371
- FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteNearside rear shock absorber dust cover detached.Nearside front wing holed near sill
- NoteOil leak
Pass42,584 miles3 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 3 Dec 2014
- Odometer
- 42,584 miles
- Test number
- 346191133388
- AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteFront number plate cracked.Nearside rear shock absorber dust cover detatched.Nearside front tyre outer wall scuffed.Offside rear tyre has some cuts in tred.
- NoteOil leak
Fail42,584 miles (+1,904)5 failures3 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 42,584 miles
- Test number
- 488451233440
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
- FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
- FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteFront number plate cracked.Nearside rear shock absorber dust cover detatched.Nearside front tyre outer wall scuffed.Offside rear tyre has some cuts in tred.
- NoteOil leak
Pass40,680 miles
- MOT expiry
- 3 Dec 2013
- Odometer
- 40,680 miles
- Test number
- 138992132392
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail40,680 miles (+1,972)1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 40,680 miles
- Test number
- 418172532393
- Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
Pass38,708 miles (+1,850)3 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 3 Dec 2012
- Odometer
- 38,708 miles
- Test number
- 407192131493
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- NoteAir bag light on.Powersteering pipes corroded.Offside rear tyre starting to perish
- NoteFront brake discs corroded
- NoteOil leak
Pass36,858 miles1 advisory2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 3 Dec 2011
- Odometer
- 36,858 miles
- Test number
- 744099220315
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- NoteCoolant leak
- NoteAir bag light is on
Fail36,858 miles (+2,589)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 36,858 miles
- Test number
- 510249620344
- FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
- FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- NoteCoolant leak
- NoteAir bag light is on
Pass34,269 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Dec 2010
- Odometer
- 34,269 miles
- Test number
- 210047239354
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
Fail34,269 miles (+3,388)3 failures2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 34,269 miles
- Test number
- 304747039386
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
- FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
- NoteBrake fluid lervel is low
Pass30,881 miles2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 3 Dec 2009
- Odometer
- 30,881 miles
- Test number
- 583931018336
- AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
- Note1 nearside front tyre under inflated 2 nearside rear tyre starting to perish
Fail30,881 miles (+2,929)6 failures2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 30,881 miles
- Test number
- 800211818360
- FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
- FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureRear Emissions not tested (7.0)
- FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- FailureRear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)
- AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
- Note1 nearside front tyre under inflated 2 nearside rear tyre starting to perish
Pass27,952 miles (+3,260)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Dec 2008
- Odometer
- 27,952 miles
- Test number
- 322007237336
- AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass24,692 miles
- MOT expiry
- 3 Dec 2007
- Odometer
- 24,692 miles
- Test number
- 741588536342
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail24,692 miles (+3,443)1 failure1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 24,692 miles
- Test number
- 341898736384
- FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
- NoteBoth front tyres are close to limmit
Pass21,249 miles
- MOT expiry
- 3 Dec 2006
- Odometer
- 21,249 miles
- Test number
- 402258325397
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about X449 UAT
- Does X449 UAT currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X449 UAT is valid until 25 Apr 2027.
- When is the MOT due on X449 UAT?
- The MOT on X449 UAT is valid until 25 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has X449 UAT done?
- X449 UAT was recorded at 84,965 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2026, an average of 3,123 miles a year.
- Has X449 UAT ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. X449 UAT has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Apr 2026.
- Has the mileage on X449 UAT 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 UAT find?
- X449 UAT passed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2026 with 10 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; front coil spring corroded both sides, and 7 more.
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