Volkswagen logo

Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 999 cc

X451 KETMOT history

X451 KET is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 26 Jan 2001. Its MOT is valid until 14 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 119,809 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2026.

X451 KET blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Sept 2027
Mileage
119,809 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,513 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for X451 KET in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
X451 KET
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
26 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X451 KET was last recorded at 119,809 miles on 15 Sept 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,807 miles · 4 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
4,513 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,809 miles
  • 2025 – 117,727 miles
  • 2024 – 114,393 miles
  • 2023 – 114,306 miles
  • 2022 – 112,865 miles
  • 2019 – 100,162 miles
  • 2018 – 93,664 miles
  • 2017 – 88,871 miles
  • 2016 – 83,014 miles
  • 2015 – 74,786 miles
  • 2014 – 67,314 miles
  • 2013 – 64,573 miles
  • 2012 – 58,766 miles
  • 2011 – 52,351 miles
  • 2010 – 46,195 miles
  • 2009 – 41,629 miles
  • 2008 – 37,432 miles
  • 2007 – 32,329 miles
  • 2006 – 27,554 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,809 miles
  • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025

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 legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 6 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,809 miles (+2)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    119,809 miles
    Test number
    218411230619
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail119,807 miles (+2,080)6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,807 miles
    Test number
    554038349939
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working side repeater (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass117,727 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    117,727 miles
    Test number
    420034276264
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail117,727 miles (+3,334)3 dangerous12 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,727 miles
    Test number
    184860726664
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake warning device not identifying low pressure (1.1.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength holes in the rear subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass114,393 miles (+87)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    114,393 miles
    Test number
    363305054768
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass114,306 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    114,306 miles
    Test number
    977104504131
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail114,306 miles (+1,441)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,306 miles
    Test number
    521435782317
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass112,865 miles (+18)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    112,865 miles
    Test number
    274604784064
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail112,847 miles (+12,685)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,847 miles
    Test number
    121349885102
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass100,162 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    100,162 miles
    Test number
    777373201056
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  11. Fail100,162 miles (+6,498)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,162 miles
    Test number
    836135412410
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass93,664 miles (+4,793)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    93,664 miles
    Test number
    822785350701
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass88,871 miles (+5,857)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2018
    Odometer
    88,871 miles
    Test number
    378989460103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass83,014 miles (+8,228)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2017
    Odometer
    83,014 miles
    Test number
    273838528635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass74,786 miles (+7,472)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2016
    Odometer
    74,786 miles
    Test number
    346622025107
    • NoteO/s/r tyre perished.
    • NoteRear washer provides insufficent screenwash.

  16. Pass67,314 miles (+2,741)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    67,314 miles
    Test number
    237815104429
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  17. Pass64,573 miles (+5,807)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    64,573 miles
    Test number
    285232013169
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass58,766 miles (+6,415)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    58,766 miles
    Test number
    816917282011
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  19. Pass52,351 miles (+6,156)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    52,351 miles
    Test number
    777791101125
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass46,195 miles (+4,566)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    46,195 miles
    Test number
    374779680069
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  21. Pass41,629 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    41,629 miles
    Test number
    284182019405
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  22. Fail41,629 miles (+4,197)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,629 miles
    Test number
    314281719105
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteBattery insecure

  23. Pass37,432 miles (+5,103)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    37,432 miles
    Test number
    822104018145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass32,329 miles (+4,775)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    32,329 miles
    Test number
    994566607125
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear wiper split

  25. Pass27,554 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    27,554 miles
    Test number
    123196596473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X451 KET

Does X451 KET currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X451 KET is valid until 14 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on X451 KET?
The MOT on X451 KET is valid until 14 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X451 KET done?
X451 KET was recorded at 119,809 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2026, an average of 4,513 miles a year.
Has X451 KET ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X451 KET has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on X451 KET 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 X451 KET find?
X451 KET passed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: brake fluid warning lamp illuminated; oil leak, but not excessive.

Related registrations

Browse all X451 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.