Volkswagen Polo
Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc
T271 JDWMOT history
T271 JDW is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 9 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 5 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 92,058 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2025.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 5 Dec 2026
- Mileage
- 92,058 mi
- At MOT on 2 Dec 2025
- MOT tests
- 28
- 20 passed · 8 failed
- Per year
- 3,414 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T271 JDW
- 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
- 9 Apr 1999
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 5 Dec 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 2 Dec 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
T271 JDW was last recorded at 92,058 miles on 2 Dec 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Dec 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 92,057 miles · 1 Dec 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 1 miles
- Average per year
- 3,414 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 92,058 miles
- 2024 – 86,802 miles
- 2023 – 81,303 miles
- 2022 – 77,794 miles
- 2021 – 70,602 miles
- 2020 – 66,770 miles
- 2019 – 65,863 miles
- 2018 – 64,790 miles
- 2017 – 63,196 miles
- 2016 – 61,252 miles
- 2015 – 59,357 miles
- 2014 – 57,249 miles
- 2013 – 55,010 miles
- 2012 – 51,818 miles
- 2011 – 49,838 miles
- 2010 – 41,839 miles
- 2009 – 35,306 miles
- 2008 – 33,731 miles
- 2007 – 29,457 miles
- 2006 – 25,390 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass92,058 miles
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2018
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2021
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.
Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play
Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022
Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources
Minor2 MOTs, 2023
Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play
Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023
Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Full MOT history
28 tests since 24 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass92,058 miles (+1)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Dec 2026
- Odometer
- 92,058 miles
- Test number
- 816500170183
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail92,057 miles (+5,255)2 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 92,057 miles
- Test number
- 532628509165
- DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- DangerousNearside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass86,802 miles (+5,499)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Dec 2025
- Odometer
- 86,802 miles
- Test number
- 694079315404
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass81,303 miles1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Dec 2024
- Odometer
- 81,303 miles
- Test number
- 369711369715
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail81,303 miles (+3,509)4 major1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 81,303 miles
- Test number
- 171990797899
- MajorNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass77,794 miles (+14)10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Dec 2023
- Odometer
- 77,794 miles
- Test number
- 727959277584
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust catching on central cross member
- AdvisoryGeneral corrosion
Fail77,780 miles (+7,178)2 major10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 77,780 miles
- Test number
- 447462529261
- MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust catching on central cross member
- AdvisoryGeneral corrosion
Pass70,602 miles (+1)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Nov 2022
- Odometer
- 70,602 miles
- Test number
- 969293637886
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail70,601 miles (+3,831)2 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 70,601 miles
- Test number
- 440538207926
- MajorNearside Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system engine bay (1.1.11 (b) (i))
- MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass66,770 miles
- MOT expiry
- 27 Nov 2021
- Odometer
- 66,770 miles
- Test number
- 534773672262
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail66,770 miles (+907)3 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 66,770 miles
- Test number
- 830997688110
- MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass65,863 miles (+1,073)1 minor9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Nov 2020
- Odometer
- 65,863 miles
- Test number
- 703591521810
- MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material engine bay (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass64,790 miles (+1,594)7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 May 2019
- Odometer
- 64,790 miles
- Test number
- 289873092754
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded / centre box corroded
- AdvisoryRear tyres both sides walls perishing
Pass63,196 miles (+1,944)
- MOT expiry
- 27 May 2018
- Odometer
- 63,196 miles
- Test number
- 836619269408
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass61,252 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 May 2017
- Odometer
- 61,252 miles
- Test number
- 401751764999
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Fail61,252 miles (+1,895)2 repaired3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 61,252 miles
- Test number
- 956307015033
- Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Pass59,357 miles (+10)
- MOT expiry
- 27 May 2016
- Odometer
- 59,357 miles
- Test number
- 598986945171
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail59,347 miles (+2,098)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 59,347 miles
- Test number
- 657462545172
- FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
- FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Fail57,249 miles3 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 57,249 miles
- Test number
- 215669324141
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Pass57,249 miles (+2,239)
- MOT expiry
- 27 May 2015
- Odometer
- 57,249 miles
- Test number
- 887019724150
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass55,010 miles (+3,192)
- MOT expiry
- 27 May 2014
- Odometer
- 55,010 miles
- Test number
- 219354743466
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass51,818 miles (+1,980)
- MOT expiry
- 27 May 2013
- Odometer
- 51,818 miles
- Test number
- 917599932192
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass49,838 miles (+7,999)
- MOT expiry
- 27 May 2012
- Odometer
- 49,838 miles
- Test number
- 957960141174
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass41,839 miles (+6,533)
- MOT expiry
- 27 May 2011
- Odometer
- 41,839 miles
- Test number
- 242218540152
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass35,306 miles (+1,575)
- MOT expiry
- 23 May 2010
- Odometer
- 35,306 miles
- Test number
- 640262249197
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass33,731 miles (+4,274)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 23 May 2009
- Odometer
- 33,731 miles
- Test number
- 781674548187
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass29,457 miles (+4,067)
- MOT expiry
- 23 May 2008
- Odometer
- 29,457 miles
- Test number
- 912723647175
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass25,390 miles
- MOT expiry
- 23 May 2007
- Odometer
- 25,390 miles
- Test number
- 630794846186
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about T271 JDW
- Does T271 JDW currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T271 JDW is valid until 5 Dec 2026.
- When is the MOT due on T271 JDW?
- The MOT on T271 JDW is valid until 5 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has T271 JDW done?
- T271 JDW was recorded at 92,058 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2025, an average of 3,414 miles a year.
- Has T271 JDW ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T271 JDW has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Dec 2025.
- Has the mileage on T271 JDW 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 T271 JDW find?
- T271 JDW passed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear wheel bearing has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive.
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