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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2013 · 1,198 cc

T31 GRVMOT history

T31 GRV is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 18 Nov 2013. Its MOT is valid until 13 Oct 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 128,177 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Oct 2027
Mileage
128,177 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,265 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T31 GRV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
18 Nov 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T31 GRV was last recorded at 128,177 miles on 14 Oct 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,177 miles · 13 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
9,265 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,177 miles
  • 2025 – 120,149 miles
  • 2024 – 107,478 miles
  • 2023 – 100,361 miles
  • 2022 – 87,291 miles
  • 2021 – 71,972 miles
  • 2020 – 71,906 miles
  • 2019 – 66,539 miles
  • 2018 – 57,600 miles
  • 2017 – 47,797 miles
  • 2016 – 36,406 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,177 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018

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 Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

18 tests since 17 Nov 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,177 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    128,177 miles
    Test number
    898697409862
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • 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))

  2. Fail128,177 miles (+8,028)1 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,177 miles
    Test number
    314158571449
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • 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))

  3. Pass120,149 miles (+5)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    120,149 miles
    Test number
    292406502969
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail120,144 miles (+12,666)9 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,144 miles
    Test number
    374171055818
    • MajorBrake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated hand brake lever insecure (1.1.6 (d))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive centre outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass107,478 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    107,478 miles
    Test number
    389815579586
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail107,476 miles (+7,115)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,476 miles
    Test number
    479640914527
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass100,361 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    100,361 miles
    Test number
    665096271972
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail100,361 miles (+13,070)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,361 miles
    Test number
    267894804233
    • Repaired at testFuel system component leaking Fuel filter. (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass87,291 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    87,291 miles
    Test number
    125116220642

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail87,291 miles (+15,319)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,291 miles
    Test number
    255208964649
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  11. Pass71,972 miles (+49)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    71,972 miles
    Test number
    826987486554
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass71,923 miles (+17)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    71,923 miles
    Test number
    593460790137
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Pass71,906 miles (+5,367)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    71,906 miles
    Test number
    673697559296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  14. Pass66,539 miles (+8,939)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    66,539 miles
    Test number
    144267275501

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass57,600 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    57,600 miles
    Test number
    808984560235
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  16. Fail57,599 miles (+9,802)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,599 miles
    Test number
    237846594350
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  17. Pass47,797 miles (+11,391)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    47,797 miles
    Test number
    265322638546
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Pass36,406 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    36,406 miles
    Test number
    144649467281
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about T31 GRV

Does T31 GRV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T31 GRV is valid until 13 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T31 GRV?
The MOT on T31 GRV is valid until 13 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T31 GRV done?
T31 GRV was recorded at 128,177 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2026, an average of 9,265 miles a year.
Has T31 GRV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T31 GRV has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on T31 GRV 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 GRV find?
T31 GRV passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2026 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most, and 4 more.

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