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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2014 · 999 cc

T23 DCNMOT history

T23 DCN is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 20 Oct 2014. Its MOT is valid until 19 Oct 2027 and it has passed 10 of 14 MOT tests, with 82,177 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Oct 2027
Mileage
82,177 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2026
MOT tests
14
10 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,411 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T23 DCN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
20 Oct 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T23 DCN was last recorded at 82,177 miles on 9 Oct 2026, 2,651 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
79,526 miles · 30 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,651 miles
Average per year
5,411 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,177 miles
  • 2025 – 79,526 miles
  • 2024 – 77,323 miles
  • 2023 – 72,971 miles
  • 2022 – 67,493 miles
  • 2021 – 62,253 miles
  • 2020 – 55,330 miles
  • 2019 – 48,557 miles
  • 2018 – 39,735 miles
  • 2017 – 33,455 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,177 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

14 tests since 7 Oct 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,177 miles (+2,651)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    82,177 miles
    Test number
    687297037807
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Pass79,526 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    79,526 miles
    Test number
    527653572932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail79,526 miles (+2,203)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,526 miles
    Test number
    530897534860
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  4. Pass77,323 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    77,323 miles
    Test number
    260134606486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail77,322 miles (+4,351)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,322 miles
    Test number
    928713847700
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass72,971 miles (+5,478)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    72,971 miles
    Test number
    836244089668

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass67,493 miles (+5,240)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    67,493 miles
    Test number
    556344885329
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  8. Pass62,253 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    62,253 miles
    Test number
    563784949328
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Fail62,251 miles (+6,921)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,251 miles
    Test number
    444973605808
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass55,330 miles (+6,773)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    55,330 miles
    Test number
    226196342131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass48,557 miles (+8,822)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    48,557 miles
    Test number
    510919200975
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass39,735 miles (+6,280)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    39,735 miles
    Test number
    782031566147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass33,455 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    33,455 miles
    Test number
    390413327709
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  14. Fail33,455 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,455 miles
    Test number
    870169982994
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

Questions about T23 DCN

Does T23 DCN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T23 DCN is valid until 19 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T23 DCN?
The MOT on T23 DCN is valid until 19 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T23 DCN done?
T23 DCN was recorded at 82,177 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2026, an average of 5,411 miles a year.
Has T23 DCN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T23 DCN has failed 4 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on T23 DCN 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 T23 DCN find?
T23 DCN passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly damaged.

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