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Volkswagen Polo

White · Petrol · 2012 · 1,390 cc

T26 DAEMOT history

T26 DAE is a white petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 17 Dec 2012. Its MOT is valid until 22 Dec 2026 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 95,933 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Dec 2026
Mileage
95,933 mi
At MOT on 26 Nov 2025
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,963 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T26 DAE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
17 Dec 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T26 DAE was last recorded at 95,933 miles on 26 Nov 2025, 13,093 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
82,840 miles · 23 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
13,093 miles
Average per year
7,963 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 95,933 miles
  • 2024 – 82,840 miles
  • 2023 – 70,888 miles
  • 2022 – 63,030 miles
  • 2021 – 52,996 miles
  • 2020 – 47,207 miles
  • 2019 – 40,069 miles
  • 2018 – 30,068 miles
  • 2017 – 25,413 miles
  • 2016 – 21,347 miles
  • 2015 – 16,471 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,933 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FROMT FLEXI BROKEN (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2/3MM (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

14 tests since 4 Dec 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,933 miles (+13,093)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    95,933 miles
    Test number
    988457742303
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FROMT FLEXI BROKEN (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2/3MM (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass82,840 miles (+11,952)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    82,840 miles
    Test number
    774306438961
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass70,888 miles (+7,858)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    70,888 miles
    Test number
    376901994411
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass63,030 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    63,030 miles
    Test number
    279981466613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail63,030 miles (+10,034)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,030 miles
    Test number
    865908476096
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Both sides. (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2mm tread. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 3mm tread. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass52,996 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    52,996 miles
    Test number
    497437873628
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail52,996 miles (+5,789)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,996 miles
    Test number
    216068991046
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass47,207 miles (+7,138)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    47,207 miles
    Test number
    255155375251
    • AdvisoryAdvise, both rear tyres feathered on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  9. Pass40,069 miles (+10,001)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    40,069 miles
    Test number
    297470548048
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass30,068 miles (+4,655)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    30,068 miles
    Test number
    997918059449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass25,413 miles (+4,066)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    25,413 miles
    Test number
    231123727747

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass21,347 miles (+4,876)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    21,347 miles
    Test number
    634038083906
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  13. Pass16,471 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    16,471 miles
    Test number
    758224303224
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  14. Fail16,471 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,471 miles
    Test number
    560542768056
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

Questions about T26 DAE

Does T26 DAE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T26 DAE is valid until 22 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T26 DAE?
The MOT on T26 DAE is valid until 22 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T26 DAE done?
T26 DAE was recorded at 95,933 miles at its MOT on 26 Nov 2025, an average of 7,963 miles a year.
Has T26 DAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T26 DAE has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on T26 DAE 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 T26 DAE find?
T26 DAE passed its latest MOT on 26 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases fromt flexi broken; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively, and 3 more.

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