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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T158 LUJMOT history

T158 LUJ is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 17 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 8 Oct 2027 and it has passed 22 of 31 MOT tests, with 56,677 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Oct 2027
Mileage
56,677 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2026
MOT tests
31
22 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,749 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T158 LUJ
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
17 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T158 LUJ was last recorded at 56,677 miles on 9 Oct 2026, 1,248 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,429 miles · 18 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,248 miles
Average per year
1,749 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 56,677 miles
  • 2025 – 55,429 miles
  • 2024 – 51,273 miles
  • 2023 – 45,587 miles
  • 2022 – 45,177 miles
  • 2021 – 44,413 miles
  • 2020 – 43,862 miles
  • 2019 – 43,182 miles
  • 2018 – 42,385 miles
  • 2017 – 41,067 miles
  • 2016 – 39,747 miles
  • 2015 – 38,281 miles
  • 2014 – 36,828 miles
  • 2013 – 35,517 miles
  • 2012 – 34,177 miles
  • 2011 – 32,984 miles
  • 2010 – 30,864 miles
  • 2009 – 29,401 miles
  • 2008 – 26,148 miles
  • 2007 – 23,219 miles
  • 2006 – 21,370 miles
  • 2005 – 19,545 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass56,677 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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Hydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

31 tests since 15 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass56,677 miles (+1,248)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    56,677 miles
    Test number
    603795745051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass55,429 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    55,429 miles
    Test number
    354365454940

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail55,404 miles (+4,131)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,404 miles
    Test number
    995565445976
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass51,273 miles (+5,686)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    51,273 miles
    Test number
    988452020851

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass45,587 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    45,587 miles
    Test number
    570738200411
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail45,587 miles (+410)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,587 miles
    Test number
    352259095691
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill area corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill area corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass45,177 miles (+764)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    45,177 miles
    Test number
    505233569015
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass44,413 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    44,413 miles
    Test number
    536099437839
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering pump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive around gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail44,413 miles (+551)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,413 miles
    Test number
    158212511057
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering pump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive around gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass43,862 miles (+680)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    43,862 miles
    Test number
    465764979944
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive around power steering pump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass43,182 miles (+797)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    43,182 miles
    Test number
    461861549374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass42,385 miles (+1,318)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    42,385 miles
    Test number
    433856637203
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust section in poor codition corroded on joint and clamp
    • AdvisorySlight leak of oil on gearbox.and slight leak of power steering fuid on hose to pump

  13. Pass41,067 miles (+1,320)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    41,067 miles
    Test number
    766966270067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass39,747 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    39,747 miles
    Test number
    670028802494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail39,747 miles (+1,466)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,747 miles
    Test number
    336167756798
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm badly worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge on limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass38,281 miles (+1,453)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    38,281 miles
    Test number
    438724195155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass36,828 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    36,828 miles
    Test number
    755689594152
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  18. Fail36,828 miles (+1,311)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,828 miles
    Test number
    205788994402
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteNSF tyre badly worn on inside edge
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are perishing/cracking

  19. Pass35,517 miles (+1,340)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    35,517 miles
    Test number
    595902193135
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  20. Pass34,177 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    34,177 miles
    Test number
    238203492474
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Fail34,177 miles (+1,193)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,177 miles
    Test number
    878903292172
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  22. Pass32,984 miles (+2,120)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    32,984 miles
    Test number
    936776391168
    • AdvisoryValve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • NoteNearside front,offside front and offside rear tyre showing signs of wear on sidewall

  23. Pass30,864 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    30,864 miles
    Test number
    974016580132
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  24. Fail30,864 miles (+1,463)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,864 miles
    Test number
    483876980131
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  25. Pass29,401 miles (+3,253)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    29,401 miles
    Test number
    581718789167
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  26. Fail26,148 miles3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,148 miles
    Test number
    694499598159
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  27. Pass26,148 miles (+2,929)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    26,148 miles
    Test number
    880349598183
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  28. Pass23,219 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    23,219 miles
    Test number
    510997477179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail23,219 miles (+1,849)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,219 miles
    Test number
    993017777194
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  30. Pass21,370 miles (+1,825)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    21,370 miles
    Test number
    214844196443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass19,545 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    19,545 miles
    Test number
    802676195132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T158 LUJ

Does T158 LUJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T158 LUJ is valid until 8 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T158 LUJ?
The MOT on T158 LUJ is valid until 8 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T158 LUJ done?
T158 LUJ was recorded at 56,677 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2026, an average of 1,749 miles a year.
Has T158 LUJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T158 LUJ has failed 9 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on T158 LUJ 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 T158 LUJ find?
T158 LUJ passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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