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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,390 cc

X785 JCWMOT history

X785 JCW is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 20 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 17 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 93,617 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Feb 2026.

X785 JCW silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Feb 2027
Mileage
93,617 mi
At MOT on 18 Feb 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,667 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X785 JCW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
20 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X785 JCW was last recorded at 93,617 miles on 18 Feb 2026, 8,108 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,509 miles · 22 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
8,108 miles
Average per year
3,667 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,617 miles
  • 2023 – 85,509 miles
  • 2022 – 82,744 miles
  • 2016 – 75,233 miles
  • 2015 – 69,665 miles
  • 2014 – 58,211 miles
  • 2013 – 48,245 miles
  • 2012 – 42,616 miles
  • 2011 – 39,032 miles
  • 2010 – 35,429 miles
  • 2009 – 32,332 miles
  • 2008 – 28,766 miles
  • 2007 – 25,665 miles
  • 2006 – 22,349 miles
  • 2005 – 18,699 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,617 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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.

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • General under body corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

19 tests since 14 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,617 miles (+8,108)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    93,617 miles
    Test number
    766356564899
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass85,509 miles (+2,765)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    85,509 miles
    Test number
    691015090889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass82,744 miles (+4)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    82,744 miles
    Test number
    938976307138
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Fail82,740 miles (+7,507)1 dangerous5 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,740 miles
    Test number
    894390354818
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass75,233 miles (+5,568)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    75,233 miles
    Test number
    783122986228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass69,665 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    69,665 miles
    Test number
    718738289162
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  7. Fail69,663 miles (+11,452)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,663 miles
    Test number
    267537921347
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  8. Pass58,211 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    58,211 miles
    Test number
    215149334240
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  9. Fail58,198 miles (+9,953)1 dangerous3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,198 miles
    Test number
    325248734244
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  10. Pass48,245 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    48,245 miles
    Test number
    406945533218
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
  11. Fail48,245 miles (+5,629)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,245 miles
    Test number
    277592133241
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
  12. Pass42,616 miles (+3,584)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    42,616 miles
    Test number
    597004052217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass39,032 miles (+3,603)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    39,032 miles
    Test number
    287730951248
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  14. Pass35,429 miles (+3,097)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    35,429 miles
    Test number
    611119840210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass32,332 miles (+3,566)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    32,332 miles
    Test number
    562744559258
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  16. Pass28,766 miles (+3,101)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    28,766 miles
    Test number
    241000768248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass25,665 miles (+3,316)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    25,665 miles
    Test number
    620095857231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass22,349 miles (+3,650)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    22,349 miles
    Test number
    473201766275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass18,699 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    18,699 miles
    Test number
    712747355207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X785 JCW

Does X785 JCW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X785 JCW is valid until 17 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on X785 JCW?
The MOT on X785 JCW is valid until 17 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X785 JCW done?
X785 JCW was recorded at 93,617 miles at its MOT on 18 Feb 2026, an average of 3,667 miles a year.
Has X785 JCW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X785 JCW has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on X785 JCW 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 X785 JCW find?
X785 JCW passed its latest MOT on 18 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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