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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,390 cc

X788 JARMOT history

X788 JAR is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 2 Oct 2000. Its MOT expired on 3 Feb 2026 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 108,629 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2025.

X788 JAR blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 3 Feb 2026
Mileage
108,629 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2025
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,155 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X788 JAR
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
2 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X788 JAR was last recorded at 108,629 miles on 4 Feb 2025, 13,300 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,329 miles · 3 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
13,300 miles
Average per year
3,155 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 108,629 miles
  • 2024 – 95,329 miles
  • 2022 – 93,552 miles
  • 2020 – 89,638 miles
  • 2019 – 87,588 miles
  • 2018 – 84,871 miles
  • 2017 – 81,985 miles
  • 2016 – 79,908 miles
  • 2015 – 74,796 miles
  • 2014 – 73,173 miles
  • 2013 – 71,380 miles
  • 2012 – 68,923 miles
  • 2011 – 68,646 miles
  • 2010 – 66,310 miles
  • 2009 – 63,340 miles
  • 2008 – 60,416 miles
  • 2007 – 57,093 miles
  • 2006 – 50,602 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,629 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nail in offside rear tyre

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

24 tests since 14 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,629 miles (+13,300)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    108,629 miles
    Test number
    139232247434
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass95,329 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    95,329 miles
    Test number
    315917859608
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail95,329 miles (+1,777)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,329 miles
    Test number
    765895385677
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass93,552 miles (+2,428)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    93,552 miles
    Test number
    370768620931

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass91,124 miles (+1,486)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    91,124 miles
    Test number
    978286460433
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass89,638 miles (+2,050)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    89,638 miles
    Test number
    240549108140
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass87,588 miles (+2,717)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    87,588 miles
    Test number
    904341182529
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass84,871 miles (+2,886)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    84,871 miles
    Test number
    159827935522
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass81,985 miles (+2,077)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    81,985 miles
    Test number
    259767722870

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass79,908 miles (+5,112)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    79,908 miles
    Test number
    226759145162
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront wipers starting to split.
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyres worn on edges.

  11. Pass74,796 miles (+1,623)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    74,796 miles
    Test number
    932947298096
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on inner edge.

  12. Pass73,173 miles (+1,793)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    73,173 miles
    Test number
    458495344419
    • NoteEngine check light on

  13. Pass71,380 miles (+14)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    71,380 miles
    Test number
    108927013324
    • DangerousNail in offside rear tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Fail71,366 miles (+2,443)1 dangerous6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,366 miles
    Test number
    877633403384
    • DangerousNail in offside rear tyre
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Fail68,923 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,923 miles
    Test number
    416937602453
    • Repaired at testNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass68,923 miles (+277)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    68,923 miles
    Test number
    698657702345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass68,646 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    68,646 miles
    Test number
    389278571486
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail68,646 miles (+2,336)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,646 miles
    Test number
    125886771267
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass66,310 miles (+2,970)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    66,310 miles
    Test number
    601405860246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass63,340 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    63,340 miles
    Test number
    632733479280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail63,338 miles (+2,922)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,338 miles
    Test number
    490721279296
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  22. Pass60,416 miles (+3,323)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    60,416 miles
    Test number
    403938868252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass57,093 miles (+6,491)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    57,093 miles
    Test number
    952772867249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass50,602 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    50,602 miles
    Test number
    591557056247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X788 JAR

Does X788 JAR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X788 JAR expired on 3 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X788 JAR?
The MOT on X788 JAR expired on 3 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X788 JAR done?
X788 JAR was recorded at 108,629 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2025, an average of 3,155 miles a year.
Has X788 JAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X788 JAR has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on X788 JAR 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 X788 JAR find?
X788 JAR passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2025 with 5 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin both; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 2 more.

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