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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2010 · 1,198 cc

T21 SDLMOT history

T21 SDL is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 29 Dec 2010. Its MOT is valid until 9 Apr 2027 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 158,589 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Apr 2027
Mileage
158,589 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
11,325 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T21 SDL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
29 Dec 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T21 SDL was last recorded at 158,589 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,588 miles · 8 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
11,325 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,589 miles
  • 2025 – 151,925 miles
  • 2024 – 142,679 miles
  • 2023 – 134,489 miles
  • 2022 – 124,346 miles
  • 2021 – 115,495 miles
  • 2020 – 107,604 miles
  • 2019 – 88,801 miles
  • 2017 – 75,882 miles
  • 2016 – 65,138 miles
  • 2015 – 52,142 miles
  • 2014 – 37,480 miles
  • 2013 – 19,273 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,589 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))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.

  • Coil spring corroded both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view windscreen has minor scratches

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

19 tests since 21 Dec 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,589 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    158,589 miles
    Test number
    595564376925
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail158,588 miles (+6,663)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,588 miles
    Test number
    244378571674
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak flexi excessive leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass151,925 miles (+9,246)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    151,925 miles
    Test number
    314640004071
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass142,679 miles (+2)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    142,679 miles
    Test number
    728245759810
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view windscreen has minor scratches (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3 (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail142,677 miles (+8,188)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,677 miles
    Test number
    474612390099
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak exhaust system poorly fitted leaking from several joins front pipe flush against engine.back box sounds hollow (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view windscreen has minor scratches (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3 (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass134,489 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    134,489 miles
    Test number
    173298890942
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has minor scratches

  7. Fail134,489 miles (+10,143)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,489 miles
    Test number
    569536798563
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has minor scratches

  8. Pass124,346 miles (+8,851)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    124,346 miles
    Test number
    996154490289
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber dust boot split

  9. Pass115,495 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    115,495 miles
    Test number
    261242475795

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail115,483 miles (+7,879)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,483 miles
    Test number
    698677925924
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass107,604 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    107,604 miles
    Test number
    226512236575
    • 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))

  12. Fail107,604 miles (+18,803)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,604 miles
    Test number
    696285903189
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  13. Pass88,801 miles (+12,919)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    88,801 miles
    Test number
    956407693872
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5/3 mm and 100% worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5/3 mm and 100% worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySound deadening material not fully secure underbonnet (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  14. Pass75,882 miles (+10,744)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    75,882 miles
    Test number
    124925733271
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s rear suspension bump stops perished and split

  15. Pass65,138 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    65,138 miles
    Test number
    352708700998

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail65,138 miles (+12,996)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,138 miles
    Test number
    626829402119
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  17. Pass52,142 miles (+14,662)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    52,142 miles
    Test number
    310699696700

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass37,480 miles (+18,207)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    37,480 miles
    Test number
    436643934365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass19,273 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    19,273 miles
    Test number
    319475053377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T21 SDL

Does T21 SDL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T21 SDL is valid until 9 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T21 SDL?
The MOT on T21 SDL is valid until 9 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T21 SDL done?
T21 SDL was recorded at 158,589 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 11,325 miles a year.
Has T21 SDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T21 SDL has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T21 SDL 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 SDL find?
T21 SDL passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: offside rear nail in tyre; rear coil spring corroded both sides.

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