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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T245 TUMMOT history

T245 TUM is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 10 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 113,012 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Oct 2026
Mileage
113,012 mi
At MOT on 11 Oct 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,464 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T245 TUM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T245 TUM was last recorded at 113,012 miles on 11 Oct 2025, 14,751 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,261 miles · 5 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
14,751 miles
Average per year
4,464 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 113,012 miles
  • 2024 – 98,261 miles
  • 2022 – 86,253 miles
  • 2021 – 84,053 miles
  • 2020 – 79,140 miles
  • 2019 – 71,376 miles
  • 2018 – 70,463 miles
  • 2017 – 70,001 miles
  • 2016 – 69,463 miles
  • 2015 – 67,964 miles
  • 2014 – 66,943 miles
  • 2013 – 65,699 miles
  • 2012 – 64,276 miles
  • 2011 – 57,022 miles
  • 2010 – 48,831 miles
  • 2009 – 43,190 miles
  • 2008 – 37,367 miles
  • 2007 – 32,405 miles
  • 2006 – 26,389 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,012 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides 1mm edge bald (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and 1mm edge bald (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisorySuspension component modified but not seriously weakened Modified lowered (5.3.3 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion age related

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Central Rear reverse light not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

28 tests since 16 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,012 miles (+14,751)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    113,012 miles
    Test number
    871902756832
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides 1mm edge bald (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and 1mm edge bald (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisorySuspension component modified but not seriously weakened Modified lowered (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion age related

  2. Pass98,261 miles (+7,137)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    98,261 miles
    Test number
    826610082935
    • AdvisorySuspension component modified but not seriously weakened lowered (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion

  3. Pass91,124 miles (+4,871)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    91,124 miles
    Test number
    883504662749
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass86,253 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    86,253 miles
    Test number
    612755639136
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear reverse light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail86,253 miles (+2,200)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,253 miles
    Test number
    761579852178
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear reverse light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer door mirror cracked , damaged case

  6. Pass84,053 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    84,053 miles
    Test number
    941241749832
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail84,093 miles (+4,953)1 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,093 miles
    Test number
    546137511834
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass79,140 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    79,140 miles
    Test number
    763528274617
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Fail79,140 miles (+7,764)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,140 miles
    Test number
    473429476680
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass71,376 miles (+913)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    71,376 miles
    Test number
    999739576691

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass70,463 miles (+462)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    70,463 miles
    Test number
    611837380777
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass70,001 miles (+538)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    70,001 miles
    Test number
    795854513726
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear wheel arch coroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear wheel arch has corosion

  13. Pass69,463 miles (+1,499)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    69,463 miles
    Test number
    822876375341
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches corroded

  14. Pass67,964 miles (+25)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    67,964 miles
    Test number
    106950105100
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  15. Fail67,939 miles (+996)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,939 miles
    Test number
    889312695096
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureSteering column will not lock in a fixed position (adjustable type) (2.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  16. Pass66,943 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    66,943 miles
    Test number
    128107494075
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail66,943 miles (+1,244)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,943 miles
    Test number
    459067694039
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass65,699 miles (+1,423)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    65,699 miles
    Test number
    706082003127
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  19. Pass64,276 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    64,276 miles
    Test number
    649793592035
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail64,276 miles (+7,254)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,276 miles
    Test number
    508983492055
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass57,022 miles (+8,191)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    57,022 miles
    Test number
    678803501132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass48,831 miles (+5,641)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    48,831 miles
    Test number
    834703900198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail43,190 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,190 miles
    Test number
    192922049147
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  24. Pass43,190 miles (+5,823)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2010
    Odometer
    43,190 miles
    Test number
    282952149134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail37,367 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,367 miles
    Test number
    631559618169
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  26. Pass37,367 miles (+4,962)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2009
    Odometer
    37,367 miles
    Test number
    953999518129
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  27. Pass32,405 miles (+6,016)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2008
    Odometer
    32,405 miles
    Test number
    293644927435
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  28. Pass26,389 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2007
    Odometer
    26,389 miles
    Test number
    844846936130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T245 TUM

Does T245 TUM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T245 TUM expired on 10 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T245 TUM?
The MOT on T245 TUM expired on 10 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T245 TUM done?
T245 TUM was recorded at 113,012 miles at its MOT on 11 Oct 2025, an average of 4,464 miles a year.
Has T245 TUM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T245 TUM has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on T245 TUM 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 T245 TUM find?
T245 TUM passed its latest MOT on 11 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides 1mm edge bald, and 4 more.

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