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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

X72 BODMOT history

X72 BOD is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 7 Feb 2001. Its MOT expired on 13 Feb 2026 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 25,814 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Feb 2026.

X72 BOD blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 13 Feb 2026
Mileage
25,814 mi
At MOT on 10 Feb 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,025 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X72 BOD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
7 Feb 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Feb 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

X72 BOD was last recorded at 25,814 miles on 10 Feb 2026, 1,309 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
24,505 miles · 10 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,309 miles
Average per year
1,025 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 25,814 miles
  • 2025 – 24,505 miles
  • 2024 – 23,090 miles
  • 2023 – 22,322 miles
  • 2022 – 22,313 miles
  • 2021 – 20,717 miles
  • 2020 – 20,403 miles
  • 2019 – 19,627 miles
  • 2018 – 18,314 miles
  • 2017 – 17,856 miles
  • 2016 – 15,759 miles
  • 2015 – 11,533 miles
  • 2014 – 11,305 miles
  • 2013 – 10,649 miles
  • 2012 – 9,956 miles
  • 2011 – 9,177 miles
  • 2010 – 8,490 miles
  • 2009 – 7,782 miles
  • 2008 – 6,891 miles
  • 2007 – 6,180 miles
  • 2006 – 5,229 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail25,814 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (axle) by flange holed (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened by axle mount holed (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront hubs corroded both sided
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shocker mounts both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 10 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail25,814 miles (+1,309)4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,814 miles
    Test number
    968078608714
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (axle) by flange holed (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened by axle mount holed (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront hubs corroded both sided
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shocker mounts both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass24,505 miles (+1,415)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    24,505 miles
    Test number
    574244296784
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  3. Pass23,090 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    23,090 miles
    Test number
    560278518705
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail23,089 miles (+767)1 dangerous2 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,089 miles
    Test number
    264323548063
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass22,322 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    22,322 miles
    Test number
    957713221869
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail22,313 miles (+1,596)2 dangerous7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,313 miles
    Test number
    882574078445
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle bush housing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength lower shock mount on axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle bush housing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength lower shock mount on axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass20,717 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    20,717 miles
    Test number
    300688801514
    • AdvisoryFront Inner brake pad backing corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam end tubes corroded

  8. Fail20,717 miles (+314)1 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,717 miles
    Test number
    978538911953
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner brake pad backing corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam end tubes corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  9. Pass20,403 miles (+776)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    20,403 miles
    Test number
    840189822857
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass19,627 miles (+27)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    19,627 miles
    Test number
    195490920573
    • AdvisoryUnder body waxed

  11. Fail19,600 miles (+1,286)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,600 miles
    Test number
    739315562526
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer axle bush casing corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished in tread area (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer axle bush casing corroded
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded both outer ends

  12. Pass18,314 miles (+458)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    18,314 miles
    Test number
    449778333389
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass17,856 miles (+2,097)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    17,856 miles
    Test number
    337498127318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass15,759 miles (+4,226)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    15,759 miles
    Test number
    484985862846

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass11,533 miles (+228)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    11,533 miles
    Test number
    818653265075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass11,305 miles (+656)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    11,305 miles
    Test number
    759766204020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass10,649 miles (+693)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    10,649 miles
    Test number
    758754613024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass9,956 miles (+779)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    9,956 miles
    Test number
    165971712481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass9,177 miles (+687)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    9,177 miles
    Test number
    589535701094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass8,490 miles (+708)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    8,490 miles
    Test number
    223225910062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass7,782 miles (+891)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    7,782 miles
    Test number
    601798009048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass6,891 miles (+711)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    6,891 miles
    Test number
    140214908441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass6,180 miles (+951)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    6,180 miles
    Test number
    522501417010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass5,229 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    5,229 miles
    Test number
    281000416064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X72 BOD

Does X72 BOD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X72 BOD expired on 13 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X72 BOD?
The MOT on X72 BOD expired on 13 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X72 BOD done?
X72 BOD was recorded at 25,814 miles at its MOT on 10 Feb 2026, an average of 1,025 miles a year.
Has X72 BOD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X72 BOD has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on X72 BOD 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 X72 BOD find?
X72 BOD failed its latest MOT on 10 Feb 2026 with 4 major defects and 9 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened; nearside front lower suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened; nearside rear outer suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (axle) by flange holed, and 10 more.

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