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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T129 CGUMOT history

T129 CGU is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 6 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 105,245 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Sept 2027
Mileage
105,245 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,310 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T129 CGU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
6 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T129 CGU was last recorded at 105,245 miles on 1 Sept 2026, 2,391 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,854 miles · 8 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,391 miles
Average per year
3,310 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,245 miles
  • 2025 – 102,854 miles
  • 2024 – 100,971 miles
  • 2023 – 99,013 miles
  • 2022 – 97,699 miles
  • 2021 – 97,134 miles
  • 2020 – 96,567 miles
  • 2019 – 95,063 miles
  • 2018 – 92,247 miles
  • 2017 – 89,447 miles
  • 2016 – 85,497 miles
  • 2015 – 82,999 miles
  • 2014 – 79,964 miles
  • 2013 – 76,752 miles
  • 2012 – 73,420 miles
  • 2011 – 69,003 miles
  • 2010 – 62,010 miles
  • 2009 – 54,822 miles
  • 2008 – 44,956 miles
  • 2007 – 39,415 miles
  • 2006 – 39,274 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,245 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Light rust over suspension

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

27 tests since 27 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,245 miles (+2,391)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    105,245 miles
    Test number
    393709279269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass102,854 miles (+1,883)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    102,854 miles
    Test number
    411799884830

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass100,971 miles (+1,958)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    100,971 miles
    Test number
    681496461180
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass99,013 miles (+1,314)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    99,013 miles
    Test number
    115451097036
    • AdvisoryLight rust over front plus rear sub/frames
    • AdvisoryWea lip on front disc

  5. Pass97,699 miles (+565)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    97,699 miles
    Test number
    649898809061
    • AdvisoryLight rust over suspension
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre cracking

  6. Pass97,134 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    97,134 miles
    Test number
    441249294584
    • AdvisoryLight rust over suspension

  7. Fail97,132 miles (+565)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,132 miles
    Test number
    343671030223
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre tread on limit
    • AdvisoryLight rust over suspension

  8. Pass96,567 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    96,567 miles
    Test number
    563829988792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail96,567 miles (+1,504)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,567 miles
    Test number
    399132583616
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  10. Pass95,063 miles (+2,816)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    95,063 miles
    Test number
    472753773474
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre starting to wear on inner edge

  11. Pass92,247 miles (+2,800)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    92,247 miles
    Test number
    382325065459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass89,447 miles (+3,950)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    89,447 miles
    Test number
    768526361543

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass85,497 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    85,497 miles
    Test number
    357449256674

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail85,497 miles (+2,498)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,497 miles
    Test number
    987858659236
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  15. Pass82,999 miles (+3,035)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    82,999 miles
    Test number
    528586955810
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread requires attention soon (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass79,964 miles (+3,212)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    79,964 miles
    Test number
    997448144202
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass76,752 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    76,752 miles
    Test number
    886453953265
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Fail76,752 miles (+3,332)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,752 miles
    Test number
    947772853299
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass73,420 miles (+4,417)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    73,420 miles
    Test number
    387943962207
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inner edge on limit

  20. Pass69,003 miles (+6,993)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    69,003 miles
    Test number
    306555861405
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside front tyre starting to wear on inner edge

  21. Pass62,010 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    62,010 miles
    Test number
    243023260220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail62,010 miles (+7,188)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,010 miles
    Test number
    934123760216
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  23. Pass54,822 miles (+9,866)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    54,822 miles
    Test number
    350445169212
    • NoteWill require new rear number plate soon

  24. Fail44,956 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,956 miles
    Test number
    353163768426
    • Repaired at testOffside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteOFFSIDE FRONT TYRE WORN ON INNER EDGE

  25. Pass44,956 miles (+5,541)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    44,956 miles
    Test number
    803993268206
    • NoteOFFSIDE FRONT TYRE WORN ON INNER EDGE

  26. Pass39,415 miles (+141)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    39,415 miles
    Test number
    611083357200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass39,274 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    39,274 miles
    Test number
    211100176216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T129 CGU

Does T129 CGU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T129 CGU is valid until 26 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T129 CGU?
The MOT on T129 CGU is valid until 26 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T129 CGU done?
T129 CGU was recorded at 105,245 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2026, an average of 3,310 miles a year.
Has T129 CGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T129 CGU has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on T129 CGU 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 T129 CGU find?
T129 CGU passed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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