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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2016 · 999 cc

T12 BDWMOT history

T12 BDW is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 19 Jun 2016. Its MOT is valid until 19 Dec 2026 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 49,202 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Dec 2026
Mileage
49,202 mi
At MOT on 19 Dec 2025
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,454 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T12 BDW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
19 Jun 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T12 BDW was last recorded at 49,202 miles on 19 Dec 2025, 7,573 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
41,629 miles · 16 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
7,573 miles
Average per year
6,454 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 49,202 miles
  • 2024 – 41,629 miles
  • 2023 – 38,029 miles
  • 2022 – 24,439 miles
  • 2021 – 11,542 miles
  • 2020 – 8,882 miles
  • 2019 – 7,009 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass49,202 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface Bumper reflector missing (4.8.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Lower Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface Missing

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

12 tests since 6 Jun 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass49,202 miles (+7,573)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    49,202 miles
    Test number
    220437781196
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface Bumper reflector missing (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass41,629 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    41,629 miles
    Test number
    906784540324
    • MinorOffside Lower Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface Missing (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  3. Fail41,629 miles (+3,600)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,629 miles
    Test number
    387883730476
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Lower Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface Missing (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  4. Pass38,029 miles (+13,590)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    38,029 miles
    Test number
    110071320799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass24,439 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    24,439 miles
    Test number
    548338690161
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail24,439 miles (+12,897)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,439 miles
    Test number
    207613960619
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass11,542 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    11,542 miles
    Test number
    103021752007
    • 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))

  8. Fail11,542 miles (+881)2 major2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,542 miles
    Test number
    716803223774
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass10,661 miles (+1,779)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    10,661 miles
    Test number
    576353786596

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass8,882 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    8,882 miles
    Test number
    137031136054
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Light cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail8,879 miles (+1,870)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,879 miles
    Test number
    877060898586
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Light cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass7,009 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    7,009 miles
    Test number
    390811237390
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Questions about T12 BDW

Does T12 BDW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T12 BDW is valid until 19 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T12 BDW?
The MOT on T12 BDW is valid until 19 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T12 BDW done?
T12 BDW was recorded at 49,202 miles at its MOT on 19 Dec 2025, an average of 6,454 miles a year.
Has T12 BDW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T12 BDW has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on T12 BDW 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 T12 BDW find?
T12 BDW passed its latest MOT on 19 Dec 2025 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface bumper reflector missing; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively.

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