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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T280 FBKMOT history

T280 FBK is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 4 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 7 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 96,466 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 May 2027
Mileage
96,466 mi
At MOT on 8 May 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,329 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T280 FBK
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
4 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 May 2027
Latest MOT test
8 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T280 FBK was last recorded at 96,466 miles on 8 May 2026, 1,504 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,962 miles · 31 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,504 miles
Average per year
3,329 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,466 miles
  • 2025 – 94,962 miles
  • 2024 – 93,678 miles
  • 2023 – 92,468 miles
  • 2022 – 90,982 miles
  • 2021 – 88,647 miles
  • 2020 – 87,189 miles
  • 2019 – 84,505 miles
  • 2018 – 82,125 miles
  • 2017 – 78,188 miles
  • 2016 – 73,063 miles
  • 2015 – 66,656 miles
  • 2014 – 62,157 miles
  • 2013 – 58,607 miles
  • 2012 – 54,569 miles
  • 2011 – 50,385 miles
  • 2010 – 46,841 miles
  • 2009 – 42,324 miles
  • 2008 – 39,445 miles
  • 2007 – 35,171 miles
  • 2006 – 29,592 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,466 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill near axle mounting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 5 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,466 miles (+1,504)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2027
    Odometer
    96,466 miles
    Test number
    909739988590

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass94,962 miles (+1,284)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    94,962 miles
    Test number
    939876532842

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass93,678 miles (+1,210)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    93,678 miles
    Test number
    305199322934
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust center clamp heavy corrosion. system secure
    • AdvisoryFront gear box damp with oil
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear corrosion outer wheel arch and rear sill panel
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear corrosion outer wheel arch

  4. Pass92,468 miles (+1,486)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    92,468 miles
    Test number
    414448519499
    • AdvisoryCentral Front exhaust clamp heavy corrosion, is secure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear corrosion on wheel arch to sill panel
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear corrosion wheel arch

  5. Pass90,982 miles (+2,335)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    90,982 miles
    Test number
    116958367426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass88,647 miles (+24)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    88,647 miles
    Test number
    941443892914
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill near axle mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail88,623 miles (+1,434)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,623 miles
    Test number
    316100853429
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill near axle mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill near axle mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass87,189 miles (+2,684)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    87,189 miles
    Test number
    648337118027
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass84,505 miles (+2,380)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    84,505 miles
    Test number
    315026287026
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass82,125 miles (+3,937)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    82,125 miles
    Test number
    439717945274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass78,188 miles (+5,125)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    78,188 miles
    Test number
    888922177192
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  12. Pass73,063 miles (+6,407)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    73,063 miles
    Test number
    944764534756
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion both rear wheel arches (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryMisting of oil around engine/ gearbox

  13. Pass66,656 miles (+4,499)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    66,656 miles
    Test number
    975782485027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass62,157 miles (+3,550)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    62,157 miles
    Test number
    895785184043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail58,607 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,607 miles
    Test number
    365227903133
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  16. Pass58,607 miles (+4,038)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    58,607 miles
    Test number
    678647803137
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  17. Pass54,569 miles (+4,184)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    54,569 miles
    Test number
    966148582005
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass50,385 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    50,385 miles
    Test number
    149659681027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail50,385 miles (+3,544)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,385 miles
    Test number
    815909581051
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass46,841 miles (+4,517)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    46,841 miles
    Test number
    362545800119
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  21. Pass42,324 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    42,324 miles
    Test number
    112324089462
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing lumpy, inner tread.

  22. Fail42,323 miles (+2,878)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,323 miles
    Test number
    120574689477
    • FailureNearside Inner Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing lumpy, inner tread.

  23. Pass39,445 miles (+4,274)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    39,445 miles
    Test number
    643633998009
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteInner front discs very corroded

  24. Pass35,171 miles (+5,579)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    35,171 miles
    Test number
    153017987481
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Pass29,592 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    29,592 miles
    Test number
    522645896014
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  26. Fail29,592 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,592 miles
    Test number
    980035796032
    • Repaired at testRear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about T280 FBK

Does T280 FBK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T280 FBK is valid until 7 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T280 FBK?
The MOT on T280 FBK is valid until 7 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T280 FBK done?
T280 FBK was recorded at 96,466 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2026, an average of 3,329 miles a year.
Has T280 FBK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T280 FBK has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on T280 FBK 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 T280 FBK find?
T280 FBK passed its latest MOT on 8 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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