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Blue · Petrol · 2012 · 999 cc

T23 GLAMOT history

T23 GLA is a blue petrol Volkswagen UP first used on 19 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 31 Oct 2026 and it has passed 10 of 18 MOT tests, with 118,711 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Oct 2026
Mileage
118,711 mi
At MOT on 29 Oct 2025
MOT tests
18
10 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,803 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T23 GLA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
UP
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
19 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T23 GLA was last recorded at 118,711 miles on 29 Oct 2025, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,702 miles · 27 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
9,803 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 118,711 miles
  • 2024 – 116,816 miles
  • 2023 – 113,227 miles
  • 2022 – 97,517 miles
  • 2021 – 80,472 miles
  • 2020 – 73,047 miles
  • 2019 – 62,056 miles
  • 2017 – 46,759 miles
  • 2016 – 32,998 miles
  • 2015 – 19,541 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,711 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side outer bushes worn/split (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater safety cover missingRecorded at 2 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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2022

  • Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Rear tyre cracking and perishing between tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front tyre cracking and perishing between tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

18 tests since 17 Sept 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,711 miles (+9)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    118,711 miles
    Test number
    861929663220
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side outer bushes worn/split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater safety cover missing

  2. Fail118,702 miles (+1,886)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,702 miles
    Test number
    615388942910
    • MajorCentral Front Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side outer bushes worn/split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater safety cover missing

  3. Pass116,816 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    116,816 miles
    Test number
    171123830732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail116,809 miles (+3,582)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,809 miles
    Test number
    662740026957
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass113,227 miles (+15,710)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    113,227 miles
    Test number
    235008029377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass97,517 miles (+182)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    97,517 miles
    Test number
    187700619869

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail97,335 miles (+51)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,335 miles
    Test number
    593019152843
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

  8. Fail97,284 miles (+16,812)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,284 miles
    Test number
    920976512511
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass80,472 miles (+7,425)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    80,472 miles
    Test number
    341021746002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass73,047 miles (+10,991)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    73,047 miles
    Test number
    951045445319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass62,056 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    62,056 miles
    Test number
    773476750161
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Daytime running lamp Fitted to vehicles first used from 1 March 2018 Not working

  12. Fail62,056 miles (+15,297)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,056 miles
    Test number
    794204205506
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device ineffective seal split (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Daytime running lamp Fitted to vehicles first used from 1 March 2018 Not working

  13. Pass46,759 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    46,759 miles
    Test number
    536367302634
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)

  14. Fail46,759 miles (+13,761)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,759 miles
    Test number
    291319409404
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)

  15. Pass32,998 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    32,998 miles
    Test number
    964147392856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail32,983 miles (+13,442)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,983 miles
    Test number
    127577080519
    • FailureBody insecure and dangerous to other road users Front Bumper (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureBody insecure and dangerous to other road users Front panel/lock carrier (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass19,541 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    19,541 miles
    Test number
    476473777228
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking and perishing between tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cracking and perishing between tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking and perishing between tread

  18. Fail19,541 miles2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,541 miles
    Test number
    599698659736
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking and perishing between tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cracking and perishing between tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking and perishing between tread

Questions about T23 GLA

Does T23 GLA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T23 GLA is valid until 31 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T23 GLA?
The MOT on T23 GLA is valid until 31 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T23 GLA done?
T23 GLA was recorded at 118,711 miles at its MOT on 29 Oct 2025, an average of 9,803 miles a year.
Has T23 GLA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T23 GLA has failed 8 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T23 GLA 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 GLA find?
T23 GLA passed its latest MOT on 29 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip; front oil leak, but not excessive; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side outer bushes worn/split, and 1 more.

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