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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,198 cc

T21 AAXMOT history

T21 AAX is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 27 Apr 2009. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jun 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 142,711 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jun 2027
Mileage
142,711 mi
At MOT on 25 Jun 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,426 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T21 AAX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
27 Apr 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T21 AAX was last recorded at 142,711 miles on 25 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,711 miles · 23 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,426 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,711 miles
  • 2025 – 137,214 miles
  • 2024 – 132,032 miles
  • 2023 – 121,420 miles
  • 2022 – 112,557 miles
  • 2021 – 105,528 miles
  • 2020 – 100,519 miles
  • 2018 – 66,408 miles
  • 2017 – 53,651 miles
  • 2016 – 49,362 miles
  • 2015 – 44,671 miles
  • 2014 – 36,284 miles
  • 2013 – 30,147 miles
  • 2012 – 23,526 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,711 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre x2Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear back box condition

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

22 tests since 22 Feb 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,711 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    142,711 miles
    Test number
    489626622410
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre x2
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Fail142,711 miles (+5,497)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,711 miles
    Test number
    258641709428
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre x2
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass137,214 miles (+1)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    137,214 miles
    Test number
    928158491803
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorUpper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  4. Fail137,213 miles (+5,181)2 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,213 miles
    Test number
    964548807007
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorUpper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  5. Pass132,032 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    132,032 miles
    Test number
    171394206830
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning High level light (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust tailbox in poor condition
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both rear shock absorbers (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Fail132,032 miles (+2)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,032 miles
    Test number
    429188846479
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning High level light (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust tailbox in poor condition
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both rear shock absorbers (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Fail132,030 miles (+10,610)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,030 miles
    Test number
    729442876113
    • MajorNearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear back box condition
  8. Pass121,420 miles (+8,863)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    121,420 miles
    Test number
    370421446188
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  9. Pass112,557 miles (+7,029)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    112,557 miles
    Test number
    400464470014
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust condition
  10. Pass105,528 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    105,528 miles
    Test number
    613626178471
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear back box condition
  11. Fail105,528 miles (+5,009)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,528 miles
    Test number
    835345714150
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear back box condition
  12. Pass100,519 miles (+34,111)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    100,519 miles
    Test number
    708690421513
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass66,408 miles (+12,757)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    66,408 miles
    Test number
    526370204331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass53,651 miles (+4,289)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    53,651 miles
    Test number
    815321000527
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit very close (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass49,362 miles (+4,691)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    49,362 miles
    Test number
    531849064626
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass44,671 miles (+124)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    44,671 miles
    Test number
    747152705271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail44,547 miles (+8,263)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,547 miles
    Test number
    717088795196
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  18. Pass36,284 miles (+6,137)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    36,284 miles
    Test number
    266133814288
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
  19. Pass30,147 miles (+6,621)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    30,147 miles
    Test number
    929554923295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass23,526 miles (+88)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    23,526 miles
    Test number
    266934822228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass23,438 miles (+1,546)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2013
    Odometer
    23,438 miles
    Test number
    629300332181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass21,892 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    21,892 miles
    Test number
    835163852014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T21 AAX

Does T21 AAX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T21 AAX is valid until 25 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T21 AAX?
The MOT on T21 AAX is valid until 25 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T21 AAX done?
T21 AAX was recorded at 142,711 miles at its MOT on 25 Jun 2026, an average of 8,426 miles a year.
Has T21 AAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T21 AAX has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T21 AAX 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 T21 AAX find?
T21 AAX passed its latest MOT on 25 Jun 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear nail in tyre x2; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively, and 1 more.

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