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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 1,900 cc

T157 HRFMOT history

T157 HRF is a red diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 31 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 35 MOT tests, with 39,370 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Oct 2026
Mileage
39,370 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2025
MOT tests
35
20 passed · 15 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
T157 HRF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T157 HRF was last recorded at 39,370 miles on 17 Oct 2025, 8,282 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Oct 2023: 17,162 miles, lower than 293,435 miles on 1 Nov 2022.

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
31,088 miles · 15 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
8,282 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 39,370 miles
  • 2024 – 31,088 miles
  • 2023 – 17,162 miles
  • 2022 – 293,435 miles
  • 2021 – 277,498 miles
  • 2020 – 253,507 miles
  • 2019 – 219,998 miles
  • 2018 – 195,707 miles
  • 2017 – 173,927 miles
  • 2016 – 156,731 miles
  • 2015 – 142,224 miles
  • 2014 – 132,137 miles
  • 2013 – 125,768 miles
  • 2012 – 118,762 miles
  • 2011 – 110,868 miles
  • 2010 – 104,235 miles
  • 2009 – 97,850 miles
  • 2008 – 90,605 miles
  • 2007 – 81,602 miles
  • 2006 – 64,790 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass39,370 miles
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

35 tests since 25 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass39,370 miles (+8,282)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    39,370 miles
    Test number
    504995179623
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass31,088 miles (+13,926)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    31,088 miles
    Test number
    591534415043
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass17,162 miles (-276,273)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    17,162 miles
    Test number
    278765754036
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  4. Pass293,435 miles (+745)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    293,435 miles
    Test number
    694522379153
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Fail292,690 miles (+15,192)5 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    292,690 miles
    Test number
    960356997583
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction stickers on windscreen (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass277,498 miles (+7)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    277,498 miles
    Test number
    383235471411
    • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Fail277,491 miles (+23,984)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    277,491 miles
    Test number
    164296053480
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass253,507 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    253,507 miles
    Test number
    111702775124
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres bald on inner edges
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear seat belt slow to retract
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Fail253,507 miles (+33,509)2 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    253,507 miles
    Test number
    703102631094
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres bald on inner edges
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear seat belt slow to retract
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass219,998 miles (+90)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    219,998 miles
    Test number
    134145964430
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCracked windscreen but not obstructing drivers view
  11. Fail219,908 miles (+24,201)4 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,908 miles
    Test number
    626631807113
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor x2 around drain holes (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced middle floor (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor x2 around drain holes (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCracked windscreen but not obstructing drivers view
  12. Pass195,707 miles (+21,780)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    195,707 miles
    Test number
    429693048122
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake grabbing slighjtly
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. just met requirements (3.7.B.5b)
  13. Pass173,927 miles (+532)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    173,927 miles
    Test number
    944778975851
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  14. Fail173,395 miles (+16,664)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,395 miles
    Test number
    557991787471
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded from rear compenstaor to flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  15. Pass156,731 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    156,731 miles
    Test number
    578132921598
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% dim (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake pad deteriorated slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake slightly binding
  16. Fail156,731 miles (+14,507)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,731 miles
    Test number
    408052465914
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play rack end (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% dim (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake pad deteriorated slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake slightly binding
  17. Pass142,224 miles (+1)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    142,224 miles
    Test number
    687033615144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/r wheel lightly binding
  18. Fail142,223 miles (+10,086)4 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,223 miles
    Test number
    716951415139
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBrake fluid level low
    • NoteN/s/r wheel lightly binding
  19. Pass132,137 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    132,137 miles
    Test number
    527392394026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail132,137 miles (+6,369)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,137 miles
    Test number
    748291494042
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  21. Pass125,768 miles (+96)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    125,768 miles
    Test number
    207523893043
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
  22. Fail125,672 miles (+6,910)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,672 miles
    Test number
    907116483072
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  23. Pass118,762 miles (+7,894)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    118,762 miles
    Test number
    887432592084
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  24. Pass110,868 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    110,868 miles
    Test number
    156237491428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail110,866 miles (+6,631)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,866 miles
    Test number
    286537491027
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
  26. Pass104,235 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    104,235 miles
    Test number
    682142500130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail104,233 miles (+6,383)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,233 miles
    Test number
    953528290056
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
  28. Pass97,850 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    97,850 miles
    Test number
    700906399092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail97,846 miles (+7,241)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,846 miles
    Test number
    651796799018
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  30. Pass90,605 miles (+3)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    90,605 miles
    Test number
    724375218195
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
  31. Fail90,602 miles (+9,000)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,602 miles
    Test number
    931673518199
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
  32. Pass81,602 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    81,602 miles
    Test number
    221229407128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail81,600 miles (+16,810)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,600 miles
    Test number
    721364707102
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
  34. Pass64,790 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    64,790 miles
    Test number
    333297216156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail64,790 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,790 miles
    Test number
    962195416177
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about T157 HRF

Does T157 HRF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T157 HRF is valid until 31 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T157 HRF?
The MOT on T157 HRF is valid until 31 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T157 HRF done?
T157 HRF was recorded at 39,370 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2025.
Has T157 HRF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T157 HRF has failed 15 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on T157 HRF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 Oct 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T157 HRF find?
T157 HRF passed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2025 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 3 more.

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