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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2000 · 1,598 cc

X451 UATMOT history

X451 UAT is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 11 Dec 2000. Its MOT is valid until 29 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 122,189 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

X451 UAT black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Sept 2027
Mileage
122,189 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,539 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X451 UAT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
11 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X451 UAT was last recorded at 122,189 miles on 30 Sept 2026, 15,039 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,150 miles · 17 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
15,039 miles
Average per year
4,539 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,189 miles
  • 2024 – 96,408 miles
  • 2023 – 89,881 miles
  • 2022 – 84,735 miles
  • 2018 – 84,570 miles
  • 2017 – 84,325 miles
  • 2016 – 83,822 miles
  • 2014 – 78,794 miles
  • 2013 – 70,830 miles
  • 2012 – 67,496 miles
  • 2011 – 63,965 miles
  • 2010 – 60,455 miles
  • 2009 – 56,401 miles
  • 2008 – 51,342 miles
  • 2007 – 46,165 miles
  • 2006 – 38,248 miles
  • 2005 – 27,718 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,189 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

26 tests since 6 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,189 miles (+15,039)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    122,189 miles
    Test number
    921187111896
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass107,150 miles (+10,742)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    107,150 miles
    Test number
    250723010606

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass96,408 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    96,408 miles
    Test number
    557480180282
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre section has blow (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Wings corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion

  4. Fail96,408 miles (+954)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,408 miles
    Test number
    385299538349
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre section has blow (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Wings corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion

  5. Pass95,454 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    95,454 miles
    Test number
    671198892393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail95,454 miles (+5,573)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,454 miles
    Test number
    246970970664
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  7. Pass89,881 miles (+5,146)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    89,881 miles
    Test number
    426923971072
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass84,735 miles (+165)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    84,735 miles
    Test number
    162682679412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass84,570 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    84,570 miles
    Test number
    574612879515
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Fail84,565 miles (+240)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,565 miles
    Test number
    131925721496
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass84,325 miles (+503)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    84,325 miles
    Test number
    435799282108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass83,822 miles (+5,028)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    83,822 miles
    Test number
    364598785526

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass78,794 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    78,794 miles
    Test number
    476769034473
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail78,790 miles (+7,960)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,790 miles
    Test number
    896429534398
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass70,830 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    70,830 miles
    Test number
    386357323347
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  16. Fail70,826 miles (+3,330)1 dangerous2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,826 miles
    Test number
    896294123356
    • DangerousOffside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass67,496 miles (+3,531)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    67,496 miles
    Test number
    887526122300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass63,965 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    63,965 miles
    Test number
    765112541332
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  19. Fail63,965 miles (+3,510)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,965 miles
    Test number
    757371741349
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  20. Pass60,455 miles (+4,054)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    60,455 miles
    Test number
    461236320401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass56,401 miles (+5,059)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    56,401 miles
    Test number
    873474649378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass51,342 miles (+5,177)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    51,342 miles
    Test number
    482969138325
    • 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)

  23. Pass46,165 miles (+7,917)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    46,165 miles
    Test number
    984128237387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass38,248 miles (+10,530)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    38,248 miles
    Test number
    722478026394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass27,718 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    27,718 miles
    Test number
    271021645303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail27,705 miles3 dangerous1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,705 miles
    Test number
    630260245321
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing low at 2.5mm

Questions about X451 UAT

Does X451 UAT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X451 UAT is valid until 29 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on X451 UAT?
The MOT on X451 UAT is valid until 29 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 UAT done?
X451 UAT was recorded at 122,189 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2026, an average of 4,539 miles a year.
Has X451 UAT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X451 UAT has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on X451 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 X451 UAT find?
X451 UAT passed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear coil spring corroded; oil leak, but not excessive.

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