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Volkswagen Polo

Multi-colour · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T255 JHNMOT history

T255 JHN is a multi-colour petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 61,037 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
61,037 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,173 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T255 JHN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Multi-colour
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T255 JHN was last recorded at 61,037 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 Apr 2013: 25,059 miles, lower than 25,458 miles on 28 Mar 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
61,022 miles · 24 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
2,173 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 61,037 miles
  • 2022 – 60,272 miles
  • 2021 – 58,449 miles
  • 2020 – 55,546 miles
  • 2019 – 35,115 miles
  • 2018 – 28,911 miles
  • 2017 – 28,592 miles
  • 2016 – 28,122 miles
  • 2015 – 27,302 miles
  • 2014 – 26,632 miles
  • 2013 – 25,059 miles
  • 2012 – 25,458 miles
  • 2011 – 25,061 miles
  • 2010 – 24,678 miles
  • 2009 – 23,750 miles
  • 2008 – 21,376 miles
  • 2007 – 18,887 miles
  • 2006 – 17,568 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass61,037 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass61,037 miles (+15)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    61,037 miles
    Test number
    455865796508
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail61,022 miles (+750)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,022 miles
    Test number
    431245778865
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake load sensing valve inoperative but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) not working n/s and o/s (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass60,272 miles (+1,823)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    60,272 miles
    Test number
    503535815115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass58,449 miles (+2,903)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    58,449 miles
    Test number
    777575034160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass55,546 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    55,546 miles
    Test number
    229985525014
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front & rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail55,546 miles (+20,431)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,546 miles
    Test number
    227402196302
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front & rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass35,115 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    35,115 miles
    Test number
    622534655062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail35,108 miles (+6,197)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,108 miles
    Test number
    288100558979
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass28,911 miles14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2019
    Odometer
    28,911 miles
    Test number
    529098468443
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering rack slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

  10. Fail28,911 miles (+319)4 failures14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,911 miles
    Test number
    501575940682
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering rack slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

  11. Pass28,592 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    28,592 miles
    Test number
    375750675391
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering rack slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

  12. Fail28,592 miles (+470)3 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,592 miles
    Test number
    646345653853
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering rack slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

  13. Pass28,122 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    28,122 miles
    Test number
    777356970463
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Fail28,122 miles (+820)2 failures12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,122 miles
    Test number
    657614911745
    • FailureExhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Pass27,302 miles (+670)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    27,302 miles
    Test number
    228564305441
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Pass26,632 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    26,632 miles
    Test number
    586828994096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail26,632 miles (+1,573)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,632 miles
    Test number
    237062694061
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass25,059 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    25,059 miles
    Test number
    975359293053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail25,059 miles (-399)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,059 miles
    Test number
    785684393041
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass25,458 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    25,458 miles
    Test number
    296108782078
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Fail25,458 miles (+397)1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,458 miles
    Test number
    709248582090
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass25,061 miles (+383)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    25,061 miles
    Test number
    919132301128
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  23. Fail24,678 miles4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,678 miles
    Test number
    533829280035
    • Repaired at testNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • Repaired at testNearside Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass24,678 miles (+928)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    24,678 miles
    Test number
    852719280002
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Pass23,750 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    23,750 miles
    Test number
    221656709196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail23,750 miles (+2,374)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,750 miles
    Test number
    990926809149
    • Repaired at testNearside Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Pass21,376 miles (+2,489)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    21,376 miles
    Test number
    523886408161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass18,887 miles (+1,319)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    18,887 miles
    Test number
    102372987036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass17,568 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    17,568 miles
    Test number
    571017586031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T255 JHN

Does T255 JHN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T255 JHN is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T255 JHN?
The MOT on T255 JHN is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T255 JHN done?
T255 JHN was recorded at 61,037 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 2,173 miles a year.
Has T255 JHN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T255 JHN has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T255 JHN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 4 Apr 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T255 JHN find?
T255 JHN passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: front sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; offside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 1 more.

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