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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2017 · 1,798 cc

T123 KJWMOT history

T123 KJW is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 14 Jul 2017. Its MOT is valid until 16 Nov 2026 and it has passed 7 of 11 MOT tests, with 78,149 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Nov 2026
Mileage
78,149 mi
At MOT on 12 Nov 2025
MOT tests
11
7 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,631 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T123 KJW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
14 Jul 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T123 KJW was last recorded at 78,149 miles on 12 Nov 2025, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Nov 2020: 35,047 miles, lower than 35,048 miles on 14 Nov 2020.

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
78,146 miles · 11 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
8,631 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 78,149 miles
  • 2024 – 65,548 miles
  • 2023 – 53,732 miles
  • 2022 – 47,141 miles
  • 2021 – 39,029 miles
  • 2020 – 35,047 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,149 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Middle & rear joints poor condition (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryManufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of componentsRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryManufactures sill covers fitted restricting inspection of componentsRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

11 tests since 6 Jul 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,149 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    78,149 miles
    Test number
    165818724628
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Middle & rear joints poor condition (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryManufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components
    • AdvisoryManufactures sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail78,146 miles (+12,598)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,146 miles
    Test number
    436454879424
    • MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Middle & rear joints poor condition (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryManufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components
    • AdvisoryManufactures sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass65,548 miles (+321)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    65,548 miles
    Test number
    249860574951
    • AdvisoryManufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components
    • AdvisoryManufactures sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail65,227 miles (+11,495)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,227 miles
    Test number
    331898977188
    • MajorBrake servo damaged and function impaired Servo body corroded (1.1.3 (e))
    • MajorBraking system leaking Servo air leak (1.1.3 (d))
    • AdvisoryManufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components
    • AdvisoryManufactures sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass53,732 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    53,732 miles
    Test number
    918344551035
    • AdvisoryItems removed from boot prior to test
    • AdvisoryManufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components
    • AdvisoryManufactures sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components

  6. Fail53,732 miles (+6,591)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,732 miles
    Test number
    942429841922
    • Repaired at testDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction Phone holder on windscreen (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from boot prior to test
    • AdvisoryManufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components
    • AdvisoryManufactures sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components

  7. Pass47,141 miles (+8,112)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    47,141 miles
    Test number
    141020053804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass39,029 miles (+3,982)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    39,029 miles
    Test number
    908793610698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass35,047 miles (-1)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    35,047 miles
    Test number
    729902132166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail35,048 miles1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,048 miles
    Test number
    910169905439
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    349235477479
    • AdvisoryCOVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION

Questions about T123 KJW

Does T123 KJW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T123 KJW is valid until 16 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T123 KJW?
The MOT on T123 KJW is valid until 16 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T123 KJW done?
T123 KJW was recorded at 78,149 miles at its MOT on 12 Nov 2025, an average of 8,631 miles a year.
Has T123 KJW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T123 KJW has failed 4 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T123 KJW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Nov 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T123 KJW find?
T123 KJW passed its latest MOT on 12 Nov 2025 with 6 advisories: exhaust mounting defective middle & rear joints poor condition; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components, and 3 more.

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