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Volkswagen Polo

Green · Petrol · 2000 · 999 cc

X783 FALMOT history

X783 FAL is a green petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 29 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 25 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 22 MOT tests, with 55,004 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2026.

X783 FAL green Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Oct 2027
Mileage
55,004 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2026
MOT tests
22
21 passed · 1 failed
Per year
1,747 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X783 FAL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
29 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X783 FAL was last recorded at 55,004 miles on 19 Oct 2026, 613 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
54,391 miles · 16 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
613 miles
Average per year
1,747 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 55,004 miles
  • 2025 – 54,391 miles
  • 2024 – 54,220 miles
  • 2023 – 53,484 miles
  • 2022 – 52,426 miles
  • 2021 – 51,996 miles
  • 2020 – 51,607 miles
  • 2019 – 51,079 miles
  • 2018 – 50,582 miles
  • 2017 – 49,209 miles
  • 2016 – 47,992 miles
  • 2015 – 45,978 miles
  • 2014 – 43,997 miles
  • 2013 – 40,415 miles
  • 2012 – 36,950 miles
  • 2011 – 32,179 miles
  • 2010 – 26,745 miles
  • 2009 – 24,714 miles
  • 2008 – 23,106 miles
  • 2007 – 21,767 miles
  • 2006 – 19,888 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,004 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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 Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 13 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,004 miles (+613)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    55,004 miles
    Test number
    232318237920
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass54,391 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    54,391 miles
    Test number
    312613678180
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all under car (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll susspension corroded front and rear

  3. Fail54,391 miles (+171)1 dangerous9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,391 miles
    Test number
    159109395305
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all under car (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll susspension corroded front and rear

  4. Pass54,220 miles (+736)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    54,220 miles
    Test number
    903020154688
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in grease under car (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension corroded

  5. Pass53,484 miles (+1,058)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    53,484 miles
    Test number
    274587554485
    • 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 Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass52,426 miles (+430)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    52,426 miles
    Test number
    587178997249
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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 Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass51,996 miles (+389)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    51,996 miles
    Test number
    803838906924
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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 Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass51,607 miles (+528)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    51,607 miles
    Test number
    968029456133
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass51,079 miles (+497)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    51,079 miles
    Test number
    500129681972
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (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 Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass50,582 miles (+1,373)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    50,582 miles
    Test number
    872138623192
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass49,209 miles (+1,217)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    49,209 miles
    Test number
    536956639558
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass47,992 miles (+2,014)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    47,992 miles
    Test number
    598539069240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass45,978 miles (+1,981)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    45,978 miles
    Test number
    526934088465
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak

  14. Pass43,997 miles (+3,582)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    43,997 miles
    Test number
    218259174270
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn inner edges
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteFront brake discs pitted

  15. Pass40,415 miles (+3,465)1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    40,415 miles
    Test number
    228788883251
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBrake pipes covered in grease / waxoyl
    • NoteFront suspension components corroding
    • NoteLight scratches on windscreen
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn inner edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre deteriorating and approaching limit
    • NoteSlight blow on exhaust cat to centre pipe joint

  16. Pass36,950 miles (+4,771)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    36,950 miles
    Test number
    467012182221
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront brake discs pitted

  17. Pass32,179 miles (+5,434)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    32,179 miles
    Test number
    785133581227
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteAll steel brake pipes waxoyled
    • NoteFront brake discs pitted

  18. Pass26,745 miles (+2,031)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    26,745 miles
    Test number
    350331490206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass24,714 miles (+1,608)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    24,714 miles
    Test number
    663004499218
    • NoteExhaust rear silencer heavily corroded
    • NoteFront tyres slightly worn inner edges

  20. Pass23,106 miles (+1,339)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    23,106 miles
    Test number
    743841088212
    • NoteExhaust rear silencer heavily corroded

  21. Pass21,767 miles (+1,879)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    21,767 miles
    Test number
    904436157261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass19,888 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    19,888 miles
    Test number
    763776856223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X783 FAL

Does X783 FAL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X783 FAL is valid until 25 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on X783 FAL?
The MOT on X783 FAL is valid until 25 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X783 FAL done?
X783 FAL was recorded at 55,004 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2026, an average of 1,747 miles a year.
Has X783 FAL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X783 FAL has failed 1 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on X783 FAL 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 X783 FAL find?
X783 FAL passed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 12 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded, and 10 more.

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