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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T263 PYDMOT history

T263 PYD is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 23 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 14 Aug 2024 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 121,750 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Aug 2024
Mileage
121,750 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2025
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,408 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T263 PYD
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
23 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T263 PYD was last recorded at 121,750 miles on 8 Apr 2025, 6,744 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,006 miles · 15 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
6,744 miles
Average per year
4,408 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 121,750 miles
  • 2023 – 115,006 miles
  • 2022 – 114,644 miles
  • 2021 – 102,764 miles
  • 2020 – 102,744 miles
  • 2019 – 97,778 miles
  • 2018 – 90,992 miles
  • 2017 – 87,808 miles
  • 2016 – 81,947 miles
  • 2015 – 68,461 miles
  • 2013 – 54,729 miles
  • 2012 – 50,109 miles
  • 2011 – 48,606 miles
  • 2010 – 46,823 miles
  • 2009 – 45,321 miles
  • 2008 – 43,324 miles
  • 2007 – 40,573 miles
  • 2006 – 37,739 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail121,750 miles
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill underside (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal sill, filler (5.3.6 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2009

Full MOT history

23 tests since 17 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail121,750 miles (+6,744)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,750 miles
    Test number
    433910480060
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill underside (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal sill, filler (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass115,006 miles (+362)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    115,006 miles
    Test number
    562493460294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail114,644 miles (+5,559)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,644 miles
    Test number
    343215094223
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass109,085 miles (+6,321)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    109,085 miles
    Test number
    262064573672
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material coated in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal repair covered in filler but appears sound (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material coated in grease (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass102,764 miles (+20)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    102,764 miles
    Test number
    639798313461
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail102,744 miles (+4,966)2 dangerous3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,744 miles
    Test number
    498872854564
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass97,778 miles (+3,550)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    97,778 miles
    Test number
    348771566597
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass94,228 miles (+3,236)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    94,228 miles
    Test number
    408169728382
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule rear flexy pipes ferrules slightly corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Wheel bearing has slight play slight play in rear wheel bearings (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass90,992 miles (+3,184)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    90,992 miles
    Test number
    321619594714
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear slight play in wheel bearing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear slight play in wheel bearing

  10. Pass87,808 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    87,808 miles
    Test number
    102846761018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail87,806 miles (+5,859)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,806 miles
    Test number
    312274082393
    • FailureNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor to sill area (5.2.6)

  12. Pass81,947 miles (+13,486)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    81,947 miles
    Test number
    412588003515
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  13. Pass68,461 miles (+13,732)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    68,461 miles
    Test number
    527364815021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass54,729 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    54,729 miles
    Test number
    535202453399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail54,729 miles (+3,905)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,729 miles
    Test number
    895513943382
    • FailureNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

  16. Pass50,824 miles (+715)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    50,824 miles
    Test number
    995510313068
    • NoteNearside rear wheel arch corroded

  17. Pass50,109 miles (+1,503)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    50,109 miles
    Test number
    399861512031
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass48,606 miles (+1,783)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    48,606 miles
    Test number
    687694911045
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass46,823 miles (+1,502)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    46,823 miles
    Test number
    182224310412
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass45,321 miles (+1,997)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    45,321 miles
    Test number
    714992919061
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  21. Pass43,324 miles (+2,751)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    43,324 miles
    Test number
    721865018035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass40,573 miles (+2,834)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    40,573 miles
    Test number
    631643777022
    • NoteChip in o/s headlight glass

  23. Pass37,739 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    37,739 miles
    Test number
    324986976091
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteO/s/f headlight stone chiped

Questions about T263 PYD

Does T263 PYD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T263 PYD expired on 14 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T263 PYD?
The MOT on T263 PYD expired on 14 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T263 PYD done?
T263 PYD was recorded at 121,750 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2025, an average of 4,408 miles a year.
Has T263 PYD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T263 PYD has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T263 PYD 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 T263 PYD find?
T263 PYD failed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2025 with 4 major defects and 2 advisories: nearside headlamp aim too high; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch sill end; offside rear inner suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill underside, and 3 more.

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