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Volkswagen Polo

Green and Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T210 SORMOT history

T210 SOR is a green and black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 16 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 160,521 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Aug 2027
Mileage
160,521 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,301 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T210 SOR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Green and Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T210 SOR was last recorded at 160,521 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 1,155 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Aug 2009: 46,766 miles, lower than 49,745 miles on 6 Aug 2009.

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
159,366 miles · 29 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,155 miles
Average per year
6,301 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 160,521 miles
  • 2025 – 159,366 miles
  • 2024 – 158,071 miles
  • 2023 – 156,949 miles
  • 2022 – 155,062 miles
  • 2021 – 152,790 miles
  • 2020 – 152,116 miles
  • 2019 – 151,296 miles
  • 2018 – 150,138 miles
  • 2017 – 125,632 miles
  • 2016 – 67,736 miles
  • 2015 – 65,424 miles
  • 2014 – 63,030 miles
  • 2013 – 59,977 miles
  • 2012 – 56,719 miles
  • 2011 – 53,824 miles
  • 2010 – 50,553 miles
  • 2009 – 46,766 miles
  • 2008 – 43,196 miles
  • 2007 – 39,182 miles
  • 2006 – 34,820 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,521 miles
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

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.

  • Rear axle corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Exhaust system corroded and out casings starting to break away

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Corrosion inner sill n/s/f not with 30cm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front tyre has small cut too outer wall less than 25mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

30 tests since 10 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,521 miles (+1,155)2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    160,521 miles
    Test number
    497629148000
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  2. Pass159,366 miles2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    159,366 miles
    Test number
    284420088264
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished and cracked on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded and out casings starting to break away
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  3. Fail159,366 miles (+1,295)2 dangerous6 major2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,366 miles
    Test number
    616652025186
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed cuts on tread and outer sidewall exposing cord (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut in tread exposing cord (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBoot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished and cracked on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner 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))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded and out casings starting to break away
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  4. Pass158,071 miles1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    158,071 miles
    Test number
    187614916029
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished/cracked on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished/cracked on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on both lower inner and outer sills
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on both rear inner arches
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  5. Fail158,056 miles (+1,107)1 dangerous1 major1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,056 miles
    Test number
    614896459648
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cuts in tread exposing cord (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorTailgate cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished/cracked on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished/cracked on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on both lower inner and outer sills
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on both rear inner arches
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  6. Pass156,949 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    156,949 miles
    Test number
    612919658603
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing & 9 years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing & 14 years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing & 7 years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair not locking on test (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  7. Fail156,949 miles (+1,887)2 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,949 miles
    Test number
    886616320448
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing & 9 years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing & 14 years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing & 7 years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair not locking on test (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  8. Pass155,062 miles (+2,272)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    155,062 miles
    Test number
    623946936538

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass152,790 miles (+674)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    152,790 miles
    Test number
    268152226062
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre cut on the outer sidewall

  10. Pass152,116 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    152,116 miles
    Test number
    983095583888
    • AdvisoryCorrosion inner sill n/s/f not with 30cm

  11. Fail152,111 miles (+815)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,111 miles
    Test number
    796437953522
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion inner sill n/s/f not with 30cm

  12. Pass151,296 miles (+1,158)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    151,296 miles
    Test number
    725777794726
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  13. Pass150,138 miles (+24,506)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    150,138 miles
    Test number
    423540204983

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass125,632 miles (+57,896)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    125,632 miles
    Test number
    338792680501
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass67,736 miles (+20)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    67,736 miles
    Test number
    516044512965
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has small cut too outer wall less than 25mm

  16. Fail67,716 miles (+2,292)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,716 miles
    Test number
    380906955700
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has small cut too outer wall less than 25mm

  17. Pass65,424 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    65,424 miles
    Test number
    426736615208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail65,424 miles (+2,394)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,424 miles
    Test number
    666736015215
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Pass63,030 miles (+3,053)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    63,030 miles
    Test number
    305347314237
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteRear exhaust box casing corroded

  20. Pass59,977 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    59,977 miles
    Test number
    159276903257
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteRear exhaust box casing rusted

  21. Fail59,977 miles (+3,258)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,977 miles
    Test number
    756916003212
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteRear exhaust box casing rusted

  22. Pass56,719 miles (+2,895)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    56,719 miles
    Test number
    258376302202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass53,824 miles (+3,271)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    53,824 miles
    Test number
    268011721220
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre slightly perrished

  24. Pass50,553 miles (+3,787)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    50,553 miles
    Test number
    301377410439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass46,766 miles (-2,979)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    46,766 miles
    Test number
    842939819290
    • Note2 chips on front screen in zone a on 10mm limit
    • NoteExhaust corroded outer skins corroded through
    • NoteO/s/r tyre starting to mishape

  26. Fail49,745 miles (+6,549)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,745 miles
    Test number
    730258819207
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Note2 chips on front screen in zone a on 10mm limit
    • NoteExhaust corroded outer skins corroded through
    • NoteO/s/r tyre starting to mishape

  27. Pass43,196 miles (+88)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    43,196 miles
    Test number
    950787708241
    • NoteChip on windscreen on 10mm limit in zone a

  28. Fail43,108 miles (+3,926)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,108 miles
    Test number
    274929098196
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteChip on windscreen on 10mm limit in zone a

  29. Pass39,182 miles (+4,362)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    39,182 miles
    Test number
    212071127234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass34,820 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    34,820 miles
    Test number
    951212226266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T210 SOR

Does T210 SOR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T210 SOR is valid until 14 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T210 SOR?
The MOT on T210 SOR is valid until 14 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T210 SOR done?
T210 SOR was recorded at 160,521 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 6,301 miles a year.
Has T210 SOR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T210 SOR has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on T210 SOR ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 Aug 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T210 SOR find?
T210 SOR passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with 2 minor defects and 12 advisories: nearside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 11 more.

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