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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,198 cc

T321 ELLMOT history

T321 ELL is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 10 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 21 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 82,053 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Nov 2026
Mileage
82,053 mi
At MOT on 6 Nov 2025
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,461 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T321 ELL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
10 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T321 ELL was last recorded at 82,053 miles on 6 Nov 2025, 1,396 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,657 miles · 6 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,396 miles
Average per year
3,461 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 82,053 miles
  • 2024 – 80,657 miles
  • 2023 – 78,453 miles
  • 2022 – 77,243 miles
  • 2021 – 75,221 miles
  • 2020 – 73,112 miles
  • 2019 – 69,854 miles
  • 2018 – 66,269 miles
  • 2017 – 60,386 miles
  • 2016 – 57,953 miles
  • 2015 – 55,022 miles
  • 2014 – 51,608 miles
  • 2013 – 47,463 miles
  • 2012 – 43,090 miles
  • 2011 – 38,865 miles
  • 2010 – 34,469 miles
  • 2009 – 30,299 miles
  • 2008 – 27,262 miles
  • 2007 – 21,732 miles
  • 2006 – 16,111 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,053 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration 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))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear axle correded

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.

  • EXHAUST DETERIORATED

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2016–2019

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

30 tests since 18 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,053 miles4 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    82,053 miles
    Test number
    623143306402
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear axle correded

  2. Fail82,053 miles (+1,396)2 major4 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,053 miles
    Test number
    729204146195
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear axle correded

  3. Pass80,657 miles (+2,204)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    80,657 miles
    Test number
    138624136251
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil nearside and offside (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel (not to excess)
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  4. Pass78,453 miles (+1,210)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    78,453 miles
    Test number
    281567976595
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorated .
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both side . (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear seats are folded down .
    • AdvisoryHand brake reserve travel .

  5. Pass77,243 miles (+2,022)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    77,243 miles
    Test number
    401297774241
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both side (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both side (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass75,221 miles (+2,109)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    75,221 miles
    Test number
    315127246474
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 185/60 R14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Pass73,112 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    73,112 miles
    Test number
    748643661522
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Fail73,112 miles (+3,258)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,112 miles
    Test number
    431081340505
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim not tested bulb not in correct (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass69,854 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    69,854 miles
    Test number
    432260536937
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST DETERIORATED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  10. Fail69,854 miles (+3,585)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,854 miles
    Test number
    994517078387
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST DETERIORATED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  11. Pass66,269 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    66,269 miles
    Test number
    881373771056
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST DETERIORATED

  12. Fail66,268 miles (+5,882)1 major2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,268 miles
    Test number
    239545924247
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST DETERIORATED

  13. Pass60,386 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    60,386 miles
    Test number
    873336979757
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST DETERIORATED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Fail60,386 miles (+2,433)2 dangerous1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,386 miles
    Test number
    756285661532
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 185/60/14 WORN UNEVENLY (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure IN TREAD WORN UNEVENLY (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST DETERIORATED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass57,953 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    57,953 miles
    Test number
    223239318386
    • Advisory185/60/14 FRONT TYRES WORN UNEVENLY
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST DETERIORATED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Fail57,952 miles (+2,930)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,952 miles
    Test number
    122355286321
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • Advisory185/60/14 FRONT TYRES WORN UNEVENLY
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST DETERIORATED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Pass55,022 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    55,022 miles
    Test number
    104937951663
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Fail55,008 miles (+3,400)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,008 miles
    Test number
    549330327169
    • DangerousNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Fail51,608 miles2 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,608 miles
    Test number
    205469284242
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteEML LIGHT ON
    • NoteEXHAUST DETERIORATED
    • NoteFRONT BRAKE DISCS WORN

  20. Pass51,608 miles (+4,145)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    51,608 miles
    Test number
    358569884479
    • NoteEML LIGHT ON
    • NoteEXHAUST DETERIORATED
    • NoteFRONT BRAKE DISCS WORN

  21. Pass47,463 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    47,463 miles
    Test number
    329909883454
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  22. Fail47,463 miles (+4,373)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,463 miles
    Test number
    657229683251
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  23. Pass43,090 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    43,090 miles
    Test number
    488141892283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail43,090 miles (+4,225)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,090 miles
    Test number
    907171792269
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  25. Pass38,865 miles (+4,396)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    38,865 miles
    Test number
    986635981227
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  26. Pass34,469 miles (+4,170)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    34,469 miles
    Test number
    542231290208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass30,299 miles (+3,037)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    30,299 miles
    Test number
    703587589226
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  28. Pass27,262 miles (+5,530)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    27,262 miles
    Test number
    343923488406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass21,732 miles (+5,621)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    21,732 miles
    Test number
    864568887242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass16,111 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    16,111 miles
    Test number
    170611696290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T321 ELL

Does T321 ELL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T321 ELL is valid until 21 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T321 ELL?
The MOT on T321 ELL is valid until 21 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T321 ELL done?
T321 ELL was recorded at 82,053 miles at its MOT on 6 Nov 2025, an average of 3,461 miles a year.
Has T321 ELL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T321 ELL has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T321 ELL 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 T321 ELL find?
T321 ELL passed its latest MOT on 6 Nov 2025 with 4 minor defects and 11 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front position lamp light intensity obviously reduced; nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt, and 12 more.

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