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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

X793 WDYMOT history

X793 WDY is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Jan 2001. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 72,516 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2026.

X793 WDY red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Jan 2027
Mileage
72,516 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,081 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X793 WDY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X793 WDY was last recorded at 72,516 miles on 13 Jan 2026, 5,479 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 Jan 2013: 48,890 miles, lower than 166,457 miles on 17 Jan 2012.

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
67,037 miles · 17 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
5,479 miles
Average per year
2,081 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,516 miles
  • 2025 – 67,037 miles
  • 2024 – 60,417 miles
  • 2023 – 57,625 miles
  • 2022 – 57,492 miles
  • 2021 – 57,295 miles
  • 2020 – 57,201 miles
  • 2019 – 56,476 miles
  • 2018 – 55,573 miles
  • 2017 – 54,549 miles
  • 2016 – 53,618 miles
  • 2015 – 52,162 miles
  • 2014 – 50,625 miles
  • 2013 – 48,890 miles
  • 2012 – 166,457 miles
  • 2011 – 45,209 miles
  • 2010 – 43,141 miles
  • 2009 – 41,165 miles
  • 2008 – 39,132 miles
  • 2007 – 36,030 miles
  • 2005 – 30,670 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,516 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/55/14

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing age related cracks

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing age related cracks

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Engine misfire

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 6 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,516 miles (+5,479)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    72,516 miles
    Test number
    843933857532
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass67,037 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    67,037 miles
    Test number
    616042524130
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/55/14 (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail67,036 miles (+6,619)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,036 miles
    Test number
    127107463683
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/55/14 (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass60,417 miles (+2,792)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    60,417 miles
    Test number
    838600160787
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass57,625 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    57,625 miles
    Test number
    880617699839
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2010 dot code (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail57,625 miles (+133)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,625 miles
    Test number
    222199706800
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2010 dot code (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass57,492 miles (+197)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    57,492 miles
    Test number
    661467574558
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing dated 2010. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass57,295 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    57,295 miles
    Test number
    895436019573
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail57,295 miles (+94)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,295 miles
    Test number
    921712306500
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Dated 2000 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Dated 2000 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass57,201 miles (+6)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    57,201 miles
    Test number
    588863008815
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing age related cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing age related cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine misfire

  11. Fail57,195 miles (+719)2 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,195 miles
    Test number
    283899675160
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective judders on screen (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective judders on screen (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing age related cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing age related cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine misfire

  12. Pass56,476 miles (+903)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    56,476 miles
    Test number
    838849906702
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wall cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wall cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight engine misfire on idle

  13. Pass55,573 miles (+1,024)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    55,573 miles
    Test number
    714429077331
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit sidewall cracking (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit sidewall cracking (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass54,549 miles (+931)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    54,549 miles
    Test number
    197812062491
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit cracks on outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit cracks on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass53,618 miles (+1,456)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    53,618 miles
    Test number
    729468207388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass52,162 miles (+1,537)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    52,162 miles
    Test number
    136851725460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass50,625 miles (+1,735)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    50,625 miles
    Test number
    979984114008
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass48,890 miles (-117,567)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    48,890 miles
    Test number
    497865523050
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass166,457 miles (+121,248)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    166,457 miles
    Test number
    488547312084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass45,209 miles (+2,068)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    45,209 miles
    Test number
    106010721002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass43,141 miles (+1,976)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    43,141 miles
    Test number
    621638610029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass41,165 miles (+2,033)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    41,165 miles
    Test number
    910771029031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass39,132 miles (+3,102)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    39,132 miles
    Test number
    772031228068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass36,030 miles (+5,360)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    36,030 miles
    Test number
    322812027032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass30,670 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    30,670 miles
    Test number
    801030445328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X793 WDY

Does X793 WDY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X793 WDY is valid until 24 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on X793 WDY?
The MOT on X793 WDY is valid until 24 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X793 WDY done?
X793 WDY was recorded at 72,516 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2026, an average of 2,081 miles a year.
Has X793 WDY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X793 WDY has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on X793 WDY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 25 Jan 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X793 WDY find?
X793 WDY passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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