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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T241 BLNMOT history

T241 BLN is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 Jul 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 66,084 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Jul 2026
Mileage
66,084 mi
At MOT on 3 Jul 2025
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,842 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T241 BLN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T241 BLN was last recorded at 66,084 miles on 3 Jul 2025, 96 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,988 miles · 25 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
96 miles
Average per year
2,842 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 66,084 miles
  • 2024 – 55,510 miles
  • 2023 – 51,914 miles
  • 2022 – 51,074 miles
  • 2021 – 48,993 miles
  • 2020 – 47,159 miles
  • 2019 – 44,787 miles
  • 2018 – 42,528 miles
  • 2017 – 40,257 miles
  • 2016 – 38,025 miles
  • 2015 – 35,652 miles
  • 2014 – 33,306 miles
  • 2013 – 30,983 miles
  • 2012 – 28,763 miles
  • 2011 – 26,167 miles
  • 2010 – 23,739 miles
  • 2009 – 21,151 miles
  • 2008 – 18,330 miles
  • 2007 – 15,301 miles
  • 2006 – 12,061 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass66,084 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2007–2016

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

26 tests since 1 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass66,084 miles (+96)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    66,084 miles
    Test number
    209739017363
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail65,988 miles (+10,478)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,988 miles
    Test number
    980841543686
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass55,510 miles (+3,596)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    55,510 miles
    Test number
    978577286951
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill to floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass51,914 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    51,914 miles
    Test number
    991511651400
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail51,914 miles (+840)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,914 miles
    Test number
    450140254986
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass51,074 miles (+2,081)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    51,074 miles
    Test number
    481827025227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass48,993 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    48,993 miles
    Test number
    975950974559
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Fail48,993 miles (+1,834)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,993 miles
    Test number
    891157171129
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass47,159 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    47,159 miles
    Test number
    918628765501

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail47,159 miles (+2,372)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,159 miles
    Test number
    467942230609
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Centre exhaust clamp broken (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass44,787 miles (+2,259)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    44,787 miles
    Test number
    679169261883
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass42,528 miles (+2,271)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    42,528 miles
    Test number
    235863225907
    • AdvisoryExhaust minor leak gas

  13. Pass40,257 miles (+2,232)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    40,257 miles
    Test number
    232652732833
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass38,025 miles (+2,373)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    38,025 miles
    Test number
    848510775812
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  15. Pass35,652 miles (+2,346)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    35,652 miles
    Test number
    798511285190
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  16. Pass33,306 miles (+2,323)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    33,306 miles
    Test number
    287268274185
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  17. Pass30,983 miles (+2,220)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    30,983 miles
    Test number
    119539573124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass28,763 miles (+2,596)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    28,763 miles
    Test number
    887312982170
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass26,167 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    26,167 miles
    Test number
    868045651146
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail26,167 miles (+2,428)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,167 miles
    Test number
    266734151139
    • FailureRear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass23,739 miles (+2,588)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    23,739 miles
    Test number
    262917970412
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteBoth side rear tyres side wall perished!

  22. Pass21,151 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    21,151 miles
    Test number
    571950389193
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  23. Fail21,151 miles (+2,821)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,151 miles
    Test number
    334298679157
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  24. Pass18,330 miles (+3,029)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    18,330 miles
    Test number
    444080288127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass15,301 miles (+3,240)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    15,301 miles
    Test number
    580701087123
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  26. Pass12,061 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    12,061 miles
    Test number
    640032186138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T241 BLN

Does T241 BLN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T241 BLN expired on 2 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T241 BLN?
The MOT on T241 BLN expired on 2 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T241 BLN done?
T241 BLN was recorded at 66,084 miles at its MOT on 3 Jul 2025, an average of 2,842 miles a year.
Has T241 BLN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T241 BLN has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on T241 BLN 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 T241 BLN find?
T241 BLN passed its latest MOT on 3 Jul 2025 with 1 advisory: central rear oil leak, but not excessive.

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