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Volkswagen Polo

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T189 PDGMOT history

T189 PDG is a green petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Aug 1999. Its MOT is valid until 4 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 22 MOT tests, with 74,414 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Apr 2027
Mileage
74,414 mi
At MOT on 26 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
20 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,971 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T189 PDG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T189 PDG was last recorded at 74,414 miles on 26 Mar 2026, 7,213 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
67,201 miles · 2 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
7,213 miles
Average per year
2,971 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 74,414 miles
  • 2025 – 67,201 miles
  • 2024 – 60,424 miles
  • 2023 – 53,622 miles
  • 2022 – 47,189 miles
  • 2021 – 40,778 miles
  • 2020 – 35,998 miles
  • 2018 – 30,572 miles
  • 2017 – 30,412 miles
  • 2016 – 29,937 miles
  • 2015 – 28,966 miles
  • 2014 – 26,454 miles
  • 2013 – 24,240 miles
  • 2012 – 22,447 miles
  • 2011 – 21,786 miles
  • 2010 – 21,140 miles
  • 2009 – 19,865 miles
  • 2008 – 18,627 miles
  • 2007 – 17,397 miles
  • 2006 – 16,095 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,414 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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 Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Exhaust slightly insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 9 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,414 miles (+7,213)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    74,414 miles
    Test number
    632867414485
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass67,201 miles (+6,777)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    67,201 miles
    Test number
    237331749814

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass60,424 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    60,424 miles
    Test number
    582558537415
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail60,424 miles (+6,802)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,424 miles
    Test number
    107849463677
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended trapped behind seat, unable to release (7.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass53,622 miles (+6,433)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    53,622 miles
    Test number
    242496112050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass47,189 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    47,189 miles
    Test number
    470779298001
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail47,189 miles (+6,411)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,189 miles
    Test number
    388906132567
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust blowing and lose

  8. Pass40,778 miles (+4,780)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    40,778 miles
    Test number
    207310547029
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  9. Pass35,998 miles (+5,426)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    35,998 miles
    Test number
    612937772882
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAdvise engine uneven at idle
    • AdvisoryAdvise front brake discs slightly worn
    • AdvisoryAdvise front exhaust mounting wired up and rear exhaust box badly fitted and fouling heatshield

  10. Pass30,572 miles (+160)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    30,572 miles
    Test number
    261489007856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass30,412 miles (+475)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    30,412 miles
    Test number
    964801975445
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly insecure

  12. Pass29,937 miles (+971)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    29,937 miles
    Test number
    936322044023
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass28,966 miles (+2,512)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    28,966 miles
    Test number
    606825555165
    • NoteExhaust slightly insecure

  14. Pass26,454 miles (+2,214)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    26,454 miles
    Test number
    257627644148
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front tyres starting to perish
    • NoteExhaust slightly insecure

  15. Pass24,240 miles (+1,793)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    24,240 miles
    Test number
    659170153151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass22,447 miles (+661)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2013
    Odometer
    22,447 miles
    Test number
    335541332144
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass21,786 miles (+646)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2012
    Odometer
    21,786 miles
    Test number
    269233141447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass21,140 miles (+1,275)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2011
    Odometer
    21,140 miles
    Test number
    274558420179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass19,865 miles (+1,238)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    19,865 miles
    Test number
    660909819291
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  20. Pass18,627 miles (+1,230)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    18,627 miles
    Test number
    744750728280
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  21. Pass17,397 miles (+1,302)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    17,397 miles
    Test number
    221780527206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass16,095 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    16,095 miles
    Test number
    814861226237
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inside edge

Questions about T189 PDG

Does T189 PDG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T189 PDG is valid until 4 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T189 PDG?
The MOT on T189 PDG is valid until 4 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T189 PDG done?
T189 PDG was recorded at 74,414 miles at its MOT on 26 Mar 2026, an average of 2,971 miles a year.
Has T189 PDG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T189 PDG has failed 2 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on T189 PDG 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 T189 PDG find?
T189 PDG passed its latest MOT on 26 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear road wheel slightly distorted, and 1 more.

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