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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2009 · 1,390 cc

T18 OCBMOT history

T18 OCB is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 23 Apr 2009. Its MOT is valid until 4 Feb 2027 and it has passed 14 of 25 MOT tests, with 140,405 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Feb 2027
Mileage
140,405 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2026
MOT tests
25
14 passed · 11 failed
Per year
8,486 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T18 OCB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
23 Apr 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T18 OCB was last recorded at 140,405 miles on 2 Feb 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,401 miles · 29 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
8,486 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 140,405 miles
  • 2025 – 131,646 miles
  • 2024 – 118,934 miles
  • 2023 – 114,621 miles
  • 2022 – 101,128 miles
  • 2021 – 91,353 miles
  • 2019 – 81,256 miles
  • 2018 – 67,990 miles
  • 2017 – 57,085 miles
  • 2015 – 43,471 miles
  • 2014 – 28,746 miles
  • 2013 – 26,081 miles
  • 2012 – 23,538 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,405 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear body work damageRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/55/15

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear exhaust corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases leaking from front flexi

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Exhaust mounting defective mount on rear silencer snapped

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 26 Apr 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,405 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    140,405 miles
    Test number
    888076284616
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear body work damage
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroded

  2. Fail140,401 miles (+8,755)9 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,401 miles
    Test number
    801403479725
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp lens seriously defective loose (4.2.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear body work damage
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroded

  3. Pass131,646 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    131,646 miles
    Test number
    301217642763
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroded

  4. Fail131,646 miles (+12,712)4 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,646 miles
    Test number
    103536510714
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroded

  5. Pass118,934 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    118,934 miles
    Test number
    784598954731
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/55/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  6. Fail118,934 miles (+4,313)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,934 miles
    Test number
    291511695546
    • DangerousNearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/55/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  7. Pass114,621 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    114,621 miles
    Test number
    707504007255
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases leaking from front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective mount on rear silencer snapped (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield loose

  8. Fail114,620 miles (+13,492)1 dangerous1 major2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,620 miles
    Test number
    409176758751
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases leaking from front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective mount on rear silencer snapped (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield loose

  9. Pass101,128 miles (+9,775)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    101,128 miles
    Test number
    229810260664
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. hand brake (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass91,353 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    91,353 miles
    Test number
    277613674315
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Fail91,353 miles (+10,097)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,353 miles
    Test number
    463431878048
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass81,256 miles (+4,666)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    81,256 miles
    Test number
    390347154118
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust clamp rusty & leaking (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  13. Pass76,590 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    76,590 miles
    Test number
    720635971893
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer heavily corroded

  14. Fail76,589 miles (+3)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,589 miles
    Test number
    683831373279
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  15. Fail76,586 miles (+8,596)6 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,586 miles
    Test number
    250737599928
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  16. Pass67,990 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    67,990 miles
    Test number
    601931684181
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer corroded (7.1.2)

  17. Fail67,987 miles (+10,902)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,987 miles
    Test number
    961463556179
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer corroded (7.1.2)

  18. Pass57,085 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    57,085 miles
    Test number
    919346736921
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST DETERIORATED
    • AdvisoryVARIOUS SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED

  19. Fail57,084 miles (+13,613)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,084 miles
    Test number
    126696003768
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST DETERIORATED
    • AdvisoryVARIOUS SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED

  20. Pass43,471 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    43,471 miles
    Test number
    108208720116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail43,471 miles (+14,725)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,471 miles
    Test number
    944826662485
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  22. Pass28,746 miles (+2,665)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    28,746 miles
    Test number
    987689934212
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges and down to 3mm

  23. Pass26,081 miles (+2,543)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    26,081 miles
    Test number
    787836113101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass23,538 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    23,538 miles
    Test number
    565697212113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail23,538 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,538 miles
    Test number
    608967712154
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Questions about T18 OCB

Does T18 OCB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T18 OCB is valid until 4 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T18 OCB?
The MOT on T18 OCB is valid until 4 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T18 OCB done?
T18 OCB was recorded at 140,405 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2026, an average of 8,486 miles a year.
Has T18 OCB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T18 OCB has failed 11 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T18 OCB 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 T18 OCB find?
T18 OCB passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear body work damage; rear exhaust silencer corroded.

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