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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2000 · 1,390 cc

X49 VDYMOT history

X49 VDY is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 7 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 13 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 79,962 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 May 2026.

X49 VDY grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 13 May 2027
Mileage
79,962 mi
At MOT on 14 May 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,953 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X49 VDY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
7 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 May 2027
Latest MOT test
14 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X49 VDY was last recorded at 79,962 miles on 14 May 2026, 2,228 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,734 miles · 17 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,228 miles
Average per year
2,953 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,962 miles
  • 2025 – 77,734 miles
  • 2024 – 74,070 miles
  • 2023 – 70,040 miles
  • 2022 – 65,711 miles
  • 2021 – 62,814 miles
  • 2019 – 59,784 miles
  • 2018 – 57,765 miles
  • 2017 – 54,967 miles
  • 2016 – 52,834 miles
  • 2015 – 50,192 miles
  • 2014 – 48,125 miles
  • 2013 – 45,212 miles
  • 2012 – 42,926 miles
  • 2011 – 40,737 miles
  • 2010 – 38,294 miles
  • 2009 – 34,449 miles
  • 2008 – 31,657 miles
  • 2007 – 27,668 miles
  • 2006 – 21,313 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,962 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

26 tests since 3 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,962 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2027
    Odometer
    79,962 miles
    Test number
    977265472508
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail79,961 miles (+2,227)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,961 miles
    Test number
    241192538410
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass77,734 miles (+3,664)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    77,734 miles
    Test number
    676061926285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass74,070 miles (+4,030)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    74,070 miles
    Test number
    662004840820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass70,040 miles (+4,329)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    70,040 miles
    Test number
    488386525137
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass65,711 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    65,711 miles
    Test number
    159388865874
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing starting to perish between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail65,710 miles (+2,896)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,710 miles
    Test number
    607358831964
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing starting to perish between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass62,814 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    62,814 miles
    Test number
    509080703732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail62,806 miles (+3,022)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,806 miles
    Test number
    653927567107
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

  10. Pass59,784 miles (+2,019)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    59,784 miles
    Test number
    909759024517
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass57,765 miles (+2,798)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    57,765 miles
    Test number
    710734994963
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass54,967 miles (+2,133)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    54,967 miles
    Test number
    553208955866

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass52,834 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    52,834 miles
    Test number
    745267957376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail52,834 miles (+2,642)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,834 miles
    Test number
    351314808100
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  15. Pass50,192 miles (+2,067)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    50,192 miles
    Test number
    975579485111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail48,125 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,125 miles
    Test number
    129459594194
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

  17. Pass48,125 miles (+2,913)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    48,125 miles
    Test number
    686359894127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass45,212 miles (+2,286)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    45,212 miles
    Test number
    868166793196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass42,926 miles (+2,189)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    42,926 miles
    Test number
    816363892196
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perrishing

  20. Pass40,737 miles (+2,443)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    40,737 miles
    Test number
    559192691128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass38,294 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    38,294 miles
    Test number
    320468980176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail38,289 miles (+3,840)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,289 miles
    Test number
    701786580163
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  23. Pass34,449 miles (+2,792)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    34,449 miles
    Test number
    750354199133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass31,657 miles (+3,989)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    31,657 miles
    Test number
    750164288148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass27,668 miles (+6,355)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    27,668 miles
    Test number
    593598697153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass21,313 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    21,313 miles
    Test number
    482204286132
    • 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)

Questions about X49 VDY

Does X49 VDY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X49 VDY is valid until 13 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on X49 VDY?
The MOT on X49 VDY is valid until 13 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X49 VDY done?
X49 VDY was recorded at 79,962 miles at its MOT on 14 May 2026, an average of 2,953 miles a year.
Has X49 VDY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X49 VDY has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 14 May 2026.
Has the mileage on X49 VDY 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 X49 VDY find?
X49 VDY passed its latest MOT on 14 May 2026 with 5 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both; nearside front outer tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 2 more.

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