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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2013 · 1,198 cc

T31 EBSMOT history

T31 EBS is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 5 Sept 2013. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 19 MOT tests, with 126,881 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jan 2027
Mileage
126,881 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
19
11 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,469 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T31 EBS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
5 Sept 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T31 EBS was last recorded at 126,881 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 19 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,862 miles · 15 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
19 miles
Average per year
9,469 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,881 miles
  • 2025 – 113,961 miles
  • 2024 – 100,667 miles
  • 2022 – 87,310 miles
  • 2021 – 67,927 miles
  • 2020 – 64,935 miles
  • 2019 – 61,312 miles
  • 2018 – 53,579 miles
  • 2017 – 47,732 miles
  • 2016 – 37,957 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,881 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

19 tests since 13 Aug 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,881 miles (+19)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    126,881 miles
    Test number
    745797239018
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail126,862 miles (+12,901)6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,862 miles
    Test number
    666362689514
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake drum contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass113,961 miles (+62)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    113,961 miles
    Test number
    167246989596
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  4. Fail113,899 miles (+13,232)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,899 miles
    Test number
    296425260769
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryExhaust worn
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass100,667 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    100,667 miles
    Test number
    128252768072
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box deteriorated

  6. Fail100,666 miles (+13,356)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,666 miles
    Test number
    792606967930
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box deteriorated

  7. Pass87,310 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    87,310 miles
    Test number
    391347433757
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  8. Fail87,309 miles (+19,382)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,309 miles
    Test number
    582164159636
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure bulb (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  9. Pass67,927 miles (+1,662)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    67,927 miles
    Test number
    356853463106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass66,265 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    66,265 miles
    Test number
    124465521677
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail66,264 miles (+1,329)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,264 miles
    Test number
    892884602829
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass64,935 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    64,935 miles
    Test number
    912817398240
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBack box corroded

  13. Fail64,933 miles (+3,621)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,933 miles
    Test number
    654327692945
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively binding both (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBack box corroded

  14. Pass61,312 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    61,312 miles
    Test number
    341736903859
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Fail61,312 miles (+7,733)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,312 miles
    Test number
    530922637078
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  16. Pass53,579 miles (+5,847)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    53,579 miles
    Test number
    521863940820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass47,732 miles (+9,775)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    47,732 miles
    Test number
    398744881776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass37,957 miles (+335)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    37,957 miles
    Test number
    599422582879
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  19. Fail37,622 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,622 miles
    Test number
    159754974030
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Questions about T31 EBS

Does T31 EBS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T31 EBS is valid until 29 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T31 EBS?
The MOT on T31 EBS is valid until 29 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T31 EBS done?
T31 EBS was recorded at 126,881 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 9,469 miles a year.
Has T31 EBS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T31 EBS has failed 8 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T31 EBS 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 T31 EBS find?
T31 EBS passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 2 more.

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