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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2012 · 1,390 cc

T30 GLJMOT history

T30 GLJ is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 19 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 92,886 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Mar 2027
Mileage
92,886 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,589 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T30 GLJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
1 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T30 GLJ was last recorded at 92,886 miles on 20 Mar 2026, 16 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,870 miles · 17 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
16 miles
Average per year
6,589 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,886 miles
  • 2025 – 88,283 miles
  • 2024 – 82,595 miles
  • 2023 – 78,636 miles
  • 2022 – 71,960 miles
  • 2021 – 65,504 miles
  • 2020 – 60,966 miles
  • 2019 – 54,795 miles
  • 2018 – 47,215 miles
  • 2017 – 39,542 miles
  • 2016 – 30,123 miles
  • 2015 – 19,715 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,886 miles
  • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Reversing lamp inoperative

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front control arm rear bushes.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

17 tests since 10 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,886 miles (+16)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    92,886 miles
    Test number
    549629227677
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • 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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail92,870 miles (+4,587)3 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,870 miles
    Test number
    471396400446
    • MajorFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • 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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass88,283 miles (+104)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    88,283 miles
    Test number
    418198286559
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front control arm rear bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres cracking in tread lines. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail88,179 miles (+5,584)5 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,179 miles
    Test number
    454167499793
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorReversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front control arm rear bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres cracking in tread lines. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass82,595 miles (+3,959)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    82,595 miles
    Test number
    614971890221
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass78,636 miles (+52)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    78,636 miles
    Test number
    369308955185
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeatshield loose rear

  7. Fail78,584 miles (+6,624)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,584 miles
    Test number
    695861374070
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorReversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeatshield loose rear

  8. Pass71,960 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    71,960 miles
    Test number
    907109161530

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail71,960 miles (+6,456)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,960 miles
    Test number
    978563355427
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass65,504 miles (+4,538)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    65,504 miles
    Test number
    606276770799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass60,966 miles (+6,171)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    60,966 miles
    Test number
    338467548819
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass54,795 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    54,795 miles
    Test number
    474854200653
    • AdvisoryHandbrake has low reserve travel

  13. Fail54,795 miles (+7,580)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,795 miles
    Test number
    997776692147
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorReversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake has low reserve travel

  14. Pass47,215 miles (+7,673)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    47,215 miles
    Test number
    544877686991

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass39,542 miles (+9,419)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    39,542 miles
    Test number
    918009977558

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass30,123 miles (+10,408)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    30,123 miles
    Test number
    567872344563
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront grille damaged

  17. Pass19,715 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    19,715 miles
    Test number
    919281945088
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Questions about T30 GLJ

Does T30 GLJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T30 GLJ is valid until 19 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T30 GLJ?
The MOT on T30 GLJ is valid until 19 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T30 GLJ done?
T30 GLJ was recorded at 92,886 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2026, an average of 6,589 miles a year.
Has T30 GLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T30 GLJ has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T30 GLJ 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 T30 GLJ find?
T30 GLJ passed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 5 more.

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