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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

X78 JRXMOT history

X78 JRX is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 20 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 9 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 84,846 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2026.

X78 JRX silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Aug 2027
Mileage
84,846 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,934 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X78 JRX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
20 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X78 JRX was last recorded at 84,846 miles on 4 Aug 2026, 1,995 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,851 miles · 1 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,995 miles
Average per year
3,934 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,846 miles
  • 2025 – 82,851 miles
  • 2024 – 80,777 miles
  • 2023 – 64,971 miles
  • 2022 – 62,131 miles
  • 2021 – 60,607 miles
  • 2020 – 57,791 miles
  • 2019 – 54,004 miles
  • 2018 – 49,847 miles
  • 2017 – 45,608 miles
  • 2016 – 39,720 miles
  • 2014 – 33,832 miles
  • 2013 – 24,545 miles
  • 2012 – 22,345 miles
  • 2011 – 19,873 miles
  • 2010 – 11,416 miles
  • 2009 – 7,685 miles
  • 2008 – 5,274 miles
  • 2007 – 4,814 miles
  • 2006 – 4,632 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,846 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread and rear (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (rear) offside front inner (rear) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside front inner (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin corroded

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 15 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,846 miles (+1,995)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    84,846 miles
    Test number
    983284195827
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (rear) offside front inner (rear) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside front inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin corroded

  2. Pass82,851 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    82,851 miles
    Test number
    822225128758

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail82,820 miles (+2,043)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,820 miles
    Test number
    181299637826
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

  4. Pass80,777 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    80,777 miles
    Test number
    251663935392
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail80,777 miles (+15,806)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,777 miles
    Test number
    709003497845
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass64,971 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    64,971 miles
    Test number
    134588150236
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail64,971 miles (+2,840)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,971 miles
    Test number
    853953840272
    • Repaired at testFront Wheel bearing has excessive play both side (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass62,131 miles (+1,524)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    62,131 miles
    Test number
    631894331347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass60,607 miles (+2,816)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    60,607 miles
    Test number
    406471052076
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass57,791 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    57,791 miles
    Test number
    339082611539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail57,791 miles (+3,787)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,791 miles
    Test number
    104976305959
    • MajorEmissions not tested oil level low (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass54,004 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    54,004 miles
    Test number
    491722292877

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail54,004 miles (+4,157)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,004 miles
    Test number
    970916069395
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

  14. Pass49,847 miles (+4,239)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    49,847 miles
    Test number
    286791977381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass45,608 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    45,608 miles
    Test number
    468972571373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail45,608 miles (+5,888)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,608 miles
    Test number
    581985432856
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp not working on dipped beam both (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  17. Pass39,720 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    39,720 miles
    Test number
    142822464892

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail39,720 miles (+5,888)1 dangerous5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,720 miles
    Test number
    871407472723
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 165/70/14 (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 165/70/14 (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass33,832 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2015
    Odometer
    33,832 miles
    Test number
    336309334136
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail33,832 miles (+9,287)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,832 miles
    Test number
    349449934117
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass24,545 miles (+2,200)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2014
    Odometer
    24,545 miles
    Test number
    515024543142
    • NoteBoth front shock absorbers have a light misting of oil but not to excess at present
    • NoteBoth rear indicators loosing colour but not to excess

  22. Pass22,345 miles (+2,472)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    22,345 miles
    Test number
    675621982051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass19,873 miles (+8,457)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    19,873 miles
    Test number
    197563471450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass11,416 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    11,416 miles
    Test number
    112078070497
    • NoteOffside front tyre on limit on inner edge
    • NoteRear indicators slightly faded

  25. Fail11,416 miles (+3,731)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,416 miles
    Test number
    603128270085
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteOffside front tyre on limit on inner edge
    • NoteRear indicators slightly faded

  26. Pass7,685 miles (+2,411)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    7,685 miles
    Test number
    800670179019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass5,274 miles (+460)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    5,274 miles
    Test number
    373798078008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass4,814 miles (+182)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    4,814 miles
    Test number
    530714477006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass4,632 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    4,632 miles
    Test number
    434584676029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X78 JRX

Does X78 JRX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X78 JRX is valid until 9 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on X78 JRX?
The MOT on X78 JRX is valid until 9 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X78 JRX done?
X78 JRX was recorded at 84,846 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2026, an average of 3,934 miles a year.
Has X78 JRX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X78 JRX has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on X78 JRX 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 X78 JRX find?
X78 JRX passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread and rear; nearside front inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (rear) offside front inner (rear), and 2 more.

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