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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T154 VAXMOT history

T154 VAX is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 3 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 18 Oct 2025 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 95,086 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Oct 2025
Mileage
95,086 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2025
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,074 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T154 VAX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
3 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T154 VAX was last recorded at 95,086 miles on 8 Oct 2025, 6,471 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,615 miles · 4 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
6,471 miles
Average per year
2,074 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 95,086 miles
  • 2024 – 88,615 miles
  • 2023 – 84,345 miles
  • 2022 – 78,173 miles
  • 2021 – 78,054 miles
  • 2020 – 77,861 miles
  • 2019 – 77,330 miles
  • 2018 – 76,139 miles
  • 2017 – 74,562 miles
  • 2016 – 72,932 miles
  • 2015 – 70,862 miles
  • 2014 – 69,062 miles
  • 2013 – 67,057 miles
  • 2012 – 65,831 miles
  • 2011 – 64,382 miles
  • 2010 – 63,069 miles
  • 2009 – 61,640 miles
  • 2008 – 59,933 miles
  • 2007 – 58,180 miles
  • 2006 – 55,529 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail95,086 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under body (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inadequate repair (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength upper / inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive upper / inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive upper / inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal outer body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT failures mean

Full MOT history

27 tests since 11 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail95,086 miles (+6,471)9 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,086 miles
    Test number
    131974303142
    • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under body (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inadequate repair (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength upper / inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive upper / inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive upper / inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal outer body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass88,615 miles (+196)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    88,615 miles
    Test number
    508846615535

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail88,419 miles (+4,074)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,419 miles
    Test number
    133052775089
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside sill corroded

  4. Pass84,345 miles (+6,172)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    84,345 miles
    Test number
    690531726148
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass78,173 miles (+119)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    78,173 miles
    Test number
    593278874142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass78,054 miles (+193)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    78,054 miles
    Test number
    371263921028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass77,861 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    77,861 miles
    Test number
    772519718773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail77,861 miles (+531)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,861 miles
    Test number
    175602097694
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass77,330 miles (+1,191)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    77,330 miles
    Test number
    457330137751

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass76,139 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    76,139 miles
    Test number
    878822112212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail76,139 miles (+1,577)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,139 miles
    Test number
    412178818262
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass74,562 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    74,562 miles
    Test number
    766605708632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail74,562 miles (+1,630)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,562 miles
    Test number
    963357912193
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass72,932 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    72,932 miles
    Test number
    321280515427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail72,932 miles (+2,070)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,932 miles
    Test number
    656939514796
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  16. Pass70,862 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    70,862 miles
    Test number
    378199759725

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. FailMileage not read3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    401681078892
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded iner sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureSeat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded iner sill (5.2.6)

  18. Fail69,062 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,062 miles
    Test number
    318218654257
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass69,062 miles (+2,005)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    69,062 miles
    Test number
    998998154293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass67,057 miles (+1,226)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    67,057 miles
    Test number
    577062153215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass65,831 miles (+1,449)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    65,831 miles
    Test number
    527124152258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass64,382 miles (+1,313)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    64,382 miles
    Test number
    655599241204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass63,069 miles (+1,429)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    63,069 miles
    Test number
    621822750243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass61,640 miles (+1,707)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    61,640 miles
    Test number
    594527259293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass59,933 miles (+1,753)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    59,933 miles
    Test number
    533092858241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass58,180 miles (+2,651)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    58,180 miles
    Test number
    914834457274
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass55,529 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    55,529 miles
    Test number
    142634456209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T154 VAX

Does T154 VAX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T154 VAX expired on 18 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T154 VAX?
The MOT on T154 VAX expired on 18 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T154 VAX done?
T154 VAX was recorded at 95,086 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2025, an average of 2,074 miles a year.
Has T154 VAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T154 VAX has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T154 VAX 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 T154 VAX find?
T154 VAX failed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2025 with 9 major defects and 9 advisories: nearside front subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under body; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inadequate repair; nearside rear wheel bearing rough when rotated, and 15 more.

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