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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Diesel · 2010 · 1,598 cc

X4 HARMOT history

X4 HAR is a black diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 21 Jan 2010. Its MOT is valid until 15 May 2027 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 142,209 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 May 2026.

X4 HAR black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 May 2027
Mileage
142,209 mi
At MOT on 16 May 2026
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,729 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X4 HAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
21 Jan 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 May 2027
Latest MOT test
16 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X4 HAR was last recorded at 142,209 miles on 16 May 2026, 8,025 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,184 miles · 14 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
8,025 miles
Average per year
8,729 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,209 miles
  • 2025 – 134,184 miles
  • 2024 – 124,112 miles
  • 2023 – 114,235 miles
  • 2022 – 108,352 miles
  • 2020 – 101,003 miles
  • 2019 – 97,973 miles
  • 2018 – 88,830 miles
  • 2017 – 75,537 miles
  • 2016 – 63,642 miles
  • 2015 – 53,150 miles
  • 2014 – 33,943 miles
  • 2013 – 25,899 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,209 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (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.

  • Engine covers fitted

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Rear exhaust corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

23 tests since 17 Jan 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,209 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2027
    Odometer
    142,209 miles
    Test number
    371399340450
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail142,209 miles (+8,025)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,209 miles
    Test number
    921822162542
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass134,184 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    134,184 miles
    Test number
    680793341799
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  4. Fail134,184 miles (+10,072)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,184 miles
    Test number
    467618403276
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  5. Pass124,112 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    124,112 miles
    Test number
    850068246621
    • AdvisoryBack box corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail124,112 miles (+9,877)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,112 miles
    Test number
    709038047684
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBack box corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass114,235 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    114,235 miles
    Test number
    685336964996
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail114,235 miles (+5,883)7 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,235 miles
    Test number
    571937823759
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass108,352 miles (+682)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    108,352 miles
    Test number
    900292145758
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail107,670 miles (+6,667)2 dangerous2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,670 miles
    Test number
    768159562995
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass101,003 miles (+3,014)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    101,003 miles
    Test number
    658449698225
    • AdvisoryOffside inner steering rack end slight play
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box rusty

  12. Pass97,989 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    97,989 miles
    Test number
    669563815867
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust silencer outer skin deteriorated and baffles loose (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Fail97,973 miles (+3,810)3 major1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,973 miles
    Test number
    212152063749
    • MajorExhaust system insecure front pipe securing bracket broken causing exhaust blow (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Track rod end ball joint has excessive play dust cover splitting and perished (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust silencer outer skin deteriorated and baffles loose (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perished also (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass94,163 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    94,163 miles
    Test number
    114610331729
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake binding
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  15. Fail94,159 miles (+5,329)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,159 miles
    Test number
    737794348822
    • MajorExhaust system insecure centre sleeve corroded/broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake binding
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  16. Pass88,830 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    88,830 miles
    Test number
    369327102267
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryRear clamp on exhaust broken , exhaust touching bsupport bar
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  17. Fail88,826 miles (+13,289)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,826 miles
    Test number
    628565045047
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryRear clamp on exhaust broken , exhaust touching bsupport bar
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  18. Pass75,537 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    75,537 miles
    Test number
    700295755118
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  19. Fail75,537 miles (+11,895)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,537 miles
    Test number
    483439564044
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  20. Pass63,642 miles (+10,492)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    63,642 miles
    Test number
    189088098674
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edges
    • 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)
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside steering rack end

  21. Pass53,150 miles (+19,207)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    53,150 miles
    Test number
    739870345015
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass33,943 miles (+8,044)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    33,943 miles
    Test number
    145094514052
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass25,899 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    25,899 miles
    Test number
    159317713049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X4 HAR

Does X4 HAR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X4 HAR is valid until 15 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on X4 HAR?
The MOT on X4 HAR is valid until 15 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X4 HAR done?
X4 HAR was recorded at 142,209 miles at its MOT on 16 May 2026, an average of 8,729 miles a year.
Has X4 HAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X4 HAR has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 16 May 2026.
Has the mileage on X4 HAR 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 X4 HAR find?
X4 HAR passed its latest MOT on 16 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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