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Volkswagen Polo

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 999 cc

T328 SBLMOT history

T328 SBL is a green petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 23 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 15 Sept 2027 and it has passed 22 of 34 MOT tests, with 129,165 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Sept 2027
Mileage
129,165 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2026
MOT tests
34
22 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,650 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T328 SBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T328 SBL was last recorded at 129,165 miles on 16 Sept 2026, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,154 miles · 8 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
4,650 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,165 miles
  • 2025 – 124,710 miles
  • 2024 – 120,272 miles
  • 2023 – 116,016 miles
  • 2022 – 114,192 miles
  • 2021 – 112,435 miles
  • 2020 – 109,159 miles
  • 2019 – 105,511 miles
  • 2018 – 100,418 miles
  • 2017 – 97,369 miles
  • 2016 – 95,605 miles
  • 2015 – 85,357 miles
  • 2014 – 76,666 miles
  • 2013 – 72,218 miles
  • 2012 – 68,991 miles
  • 2011 – 65,251 miles
  • 2010 – 59,554 miles
  • 2009 – 54,152 miles
  • 2008 – 48,688 miles
  • 2007 – 43,421 miles
  • 2006 – 36,184 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,165 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnder the vehicle both side seal has been welded and under seal sprayed

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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2009

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass129,165 miles (+11)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    129,165 miles
    Test number
    583630983117
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder the vehicle both side seal has been welded and under seal sprayed

  2. Fail129,154 miles (+4,444)3 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,154 miles
    Test number
    989383583178
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass124,710 miles (+1)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    124,710 miles
    Test number
    274729636761
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner tyre worn heavily
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail124,709 miles (+4,437)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,709 miles
    Test number
    677279753005
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner tyre worn heavily
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass120,272 miles (+4,256)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    120,272 miles
    Test number
    737571469836

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass116,016 miles (+1,824)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    116,016 miles
    Test number
    310048814632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass114,192 miles (+1,757)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    114,192 miles
    Test number
    535334212132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass112,435 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    112,435 miles
    Test number
    664232798159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail112,435 miles (+3,276)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,435 miles
    Test number
    177081726403
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass109,159 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    109,159 miles
    Test number
    396193119305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail109,159 miles (+3,648)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,159 miles
    Test number
    873480614513
    • DangerousNearside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

  12. Pass105,511 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    105,511 miles
    Test number
    852365258781
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  13. Pass105,511 miles (+5,093)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    105,511 miles
    Test number
    528674974231
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  14. Pass100,418 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    100,418 miles
    Test number
    473523185006
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  15. Fail100,418 miles (+3,049)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,418 miles
    Test number
    728153309769
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  16. Pass97,369 miles (+1,764)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    97,369 miles
    Test number
    419984001268
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  17. Pass95,605 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    95,605 miles
    Test number
    985039372040
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Fail95,605 miles (+10,248)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,605 miles
    Test number
    848571135817
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass85,357 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    85,357 miles
    Test number
    549111888151
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail85,357 miles (+8,691)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,357 miles
    Test number
    925250895571
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass76,666 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    76,666 miles
    Test number
    326292854441
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  22. Fail76,666 miles (+4,448)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,666 miles
    Test number
    376601354467
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  23. Fail72,218 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,218 miles
    Test number
    307736443238
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

  24. Pass72,218 miles (+3,227)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    72,218 miles
    Test number
    579786343262
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

  25. Pass68,991 miles (+3,740)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    68,991 miles
    Test number
    396515662423
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteSmear on wipers

  26. Pass65,251 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    65,251 miles
    Test number
    215522451258
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteLarge lip on front discs

  27. Fail65,251 miles (+5,697)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,251 miles
    Test number
    427662151271
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteLarge lip on front discs

  28. Pass59,554 miles (+5,402)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    59,554 miles
    Test number
    302900460277
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteRear brake application slightly uneven

  29. Pass54,152 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    54,152 miles
    Test number
    332524969489
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteWater damage to rear number plate

  30. Fail54,152 miles (+5,464)7 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,152 miles
    Test number
    254522969200
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteWater damage to rear number plate

  31. Pass48,688 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    48,688 miles
    Test number
    714329358226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail48,688 miles (+5,267)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,688 miles
    Test number
    803499758270
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  33. Pass43,421 miles (+7,237)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    43,421 miles
    Test number
    351882267480
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteDamage to front number plate

  34. Pass36,184 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    36,184 miles
    Test number
    882931666205
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

Questions about T328 SBL

Does T328 SBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T328 SBL is valid until 15 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T328 SBL?
The MOT on T328 SBL is valid until 15 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T328 SBL done?
T328 SBL was recorded at 129,165 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2026, an average of 4,650 miles a year.
Has T328 SBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T328 SBL has failed 12 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T328 SBL 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 T328 SBL find?
T328 SBL passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2026 with 8 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside front coil spring corroded, and 5 more.

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