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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,390 cc

X766 MKNMOT history

X766 MKN is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Oct 2000. Its MOT is valid until 28 Sept 2027 and it has passed 22 of 33 MOT tests, with 77,631 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2026.

X766 MKN blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 Sept 2027
Mileage
77,631 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2026
MOT tests
33
22 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,585 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X766 MKN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X766 MKN was last recorded at 77,631 miles on 9 Sept 2026, 478 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Sept 2024: 76,533 miles, lower than 76,843 miles on 2 Sept 2024.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
77,153 miles · 3 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
478 miles
Average per year
2,585 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,631 miles
  • 2025 – 77,153 miles
  • 2024 – 76,533 miles
  • 2023 – 75,830 miles
  • 2022 – 75,165 miles
  • 2021 – 74,362 miles
  • 2020 – 73,631 miles
  • 2019 – 72,783 miles
  • 2018 – 72,221 miles
  • 2017 – 69,236 miles
  • 2016 – 66,017 miles
  • 2015 – 62,399 miles
  • 2014 – 58,552 miles
  • 2013 – 55,047 miles
  • 2012 – 51,500 miles
  • 2011 – 48,125 miles
  • 2010 – 43,963 miles
  • 2009 – 40,519 miles
  • 2008 – 36,617 miles
  • 2007 – 32,371 miles
  • 2006 – 27,813 miles
  • 2005 – 23,423 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,631 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryEngine management light on.
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing uneven.
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

33 tests since 19 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,631 miles (+478)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    77,631 miles
    Test number
    592861476639
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing uneven.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass77,153 miles (+620)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    77,153 miles
    Test number
    168322806299
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Sill corroded through but not effecting structural rigidity.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle slightly corroded.

  3. Pass76,533 miles (-310)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    76,533 miles
    Test number
    974100009309
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail76,843 miles (+1,013)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,843 miles
    Test number
    934450902765
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass75,830 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    75,830 miles
    Test number
    851925416447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail75,830 miles (+665)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,830 miles
    Test number
    587056598302
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass75,165 miles (+5)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    75,165 miles
    Test number
    454991721642
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail75,160 miles (+798)1 dangerous8 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,160 miles
    Test number
    798172695125
    • DangerousOffside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass74,362 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    74,362 miles
    Test number
    654646447015
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion mon all of vehicle

  10. Fail74,360 miles (+729)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,360 miles
    Test number
    257160494172
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion mon all of vehicle

  11. Pass73,631 miles (+848)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    73,631 miles
    Test number
    840666647261
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroding

  12. Pass72,783 miles (+562)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    72,783 miles
    Test number
    822662973544
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroding

  13. Pass72,221 miles (+2,985)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    72,221 miles
    Test number
    623958672666
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened NS & OS inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass69,236 miles (+3,219)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    69,236 miles
    Test number
    719803011383
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi pipe (7.1.2)

  15. Pass66,017 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    66,017 miles
    Test number
    725074592171
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe (part of CAT) (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded

  16. Fail66,017 miles (+3,618)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,017 miles
    Test number
    941751860546
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe (part of CAT) (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.7mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded

  17. Pass62,399 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    62,399 miles
    Test number
    804071980090
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded

  18. Fail62,399 miles (+3,847)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,399 miles
    Test number
    253466916929
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear silencer deteriorated + slight blow
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded

  19. Pass58,552 miles (+3,505)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    58,552 miles
    Test number
    959291454242
    • NoteCentre & rear exhaust sections corroded

  20. Pass55,047 miles (+3,547)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    55,047 miles
    Test number
    236758363223
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust centre pipe & rear silencer corroded

  21. Fail51,500 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,500 miles
    Test number
    127686552253
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly corroded

  22. Pass51,500 miles (+3,375)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    51,500 miles
    Test number
    239186752209
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly corroded

  23. Pass48,125 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    48,125 miles
    Test number
    766499761209
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly corroded

  24. Fail48,125 miles (+4,162)1 failure2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,125 miles
    Test number
    368939961233
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly corroded

  25. Pass43,963 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    43,963 miles
    Test number
    330291150282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail43,963 miles (+3,444)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,963 miles
    Test number
    672721450208
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  27. Pass40,519 miles (+3,902)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    40,519 miles
    Test number
    500155049294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail36,617 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,617 miles
    Test number
    193184958231
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  29. Pass36,617 miles (+4,246)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    36,617 miles
    Test number
    370184158201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass32,371 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    32,371 miles
    Test number
    930526647246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail32,371 miles (+4,558)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,371 miles
    Test number
    171746147293
    • FailureOffside Front Lower coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  32. Pass27,813 miles (+4,390)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    27,813 miles
    Test number
    830732966206
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  33. Pass23,423 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    23,423 miles
    Test number
    971172365261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X766 MKN

Does X766 MKN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X766 MKN is valid until 28 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on X766 MKN?
The MOT on X766 MKN is valid until 28 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X766 MKN done?
X766 MKN was recorded at 77,631 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2026, an average of 2,585 miles a year.
Has X766 MKN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X766 MKN has failed 11 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on X766 MKN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 Sept 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X766 MKN find?
X766 MKN passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2026 with 6 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; engine management light on.; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 3 more.

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