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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,422 cc

T23 GOMMOT history

T23 GOM is a black diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 21 Jul 2016. Its MOT is valid until 11 Oct 2027 and it has passed 8 of 14 MOT tests, with 95,741 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Oct 2027
Mileage
95,741 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2026
MOT tests
14
8 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,445 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T23 GOM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,422 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
21 Jul 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T23 GOM was last recorded at 95,741 miles on 12 Oct 2026, 1,863 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,878 miles · 9 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,863 miles
Average per year
4,445 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,741 miles
  • 2025 – 93,878 miles
  • 2024 – 90,516 miles
  • 2023 – 86,287 miles
  • 2022 – 82,083 miles
  • 2021 – 78,035 miles
  • 2020 – 69,941 miles
  • 2019 – 64,165 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,741 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPark brake has slight reserve travel

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

14 tests since 4 Sept 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,741 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    95,741 miles
    Test number
    345643388730
    • AdvisoryBrake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPark brake has slight reserve travel

  2. Fail95,741 miles (+1,863)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,741 miles
    Test number
    433246299174
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPark brake has slight reserve travel

  3. Pass93,878 miles (+3,362)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    93,878 miles
    Test number
    866507441638
    • MinorParking brake lever pivot obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

  4. Pass90,516 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    90,516 miles
    Test number
    903406118730
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  5. Fail90,516 miles (+4,229)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,516 miles
    Test number
    163033669249
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  6. Pass86,287 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    86,287 miles
    Test number
    776532142696
    • AdvisoryHandbrake long

  7. Fail86,287 miles (+4,204)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,287 miles
    Test number
    791183786761
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake long

  8. Pass82,083 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    82,083 miles
    Test number
    311556362886
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail82,082 miles (+4,047)2 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,082 miles
    Test number
    649044114476
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake valve leaking such that brake functionality is affected (1.1.7 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass78,035 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    78,035 miles
    Test number
    850613431894
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail78,031 miles (+8,090)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,031 miles
    Test number
    533841391915
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass69,941 miles (+5,776)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    69,941 miles
    Test number
    266220973151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass64,165 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    64,165 miles
    Test number
    142858414012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail64,160 miles1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,160 miles
    Test number
    620816673993
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Questions about T23 GOM

Does T23 GOM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T23 GOM is valid until 11 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T23 GOM?
The MOT on T23 GOM is valid until 11 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 GOM done?
T23 GOM was recorded at 95,741 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2026, an average of 4,445 miles a year.
Has T23 GOM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T23 GOM has failed 6 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on T23 GOM 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 GOM find?
T23 GOM passed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: brake lever pivots slightly worn; nearside front brake disc worn, but not excessively; offside front brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 1 more.

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