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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T349 BWNMOT history

T349 BWN is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 8 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 6 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 107,099 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Nov 2026
Mileage
107,099 mi
At MOT on 7 Nov 2025
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,496 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T349 BWN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T349 BWN was last recorded at 107,099 miles on 7 Nov 2025, 5,196 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,903 miles · 5 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
5,196 miles
Average per year
4,496 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 107,099 miles
  • 2024 – 101,903 miles
  • 2023 – 96,454 miles
  • 2022 – 93,419 miles
  • 2021 – 89,516 miles
  • 2020 – 82,987 miles
  • 2019 – 72,995 miles
  • 2018 – 65,867 miles
  • 2017 – 60,238 miles
  • 2016 – 55,357 miles
  • 2015 – 49,815 miles
  • 2014 – 44,243 miles
  • 2013 – 39,406 miles
  • 2012 – 35,335 miles
  • 2011 – 31,186 miles
  • 2010 – 27,402 miles
  • 2009 – 23,709 miles
  • 2008 – 22,475 miles
  • 2007 – 21,343 miles
  • 2006 – 18,845 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,099 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing low inner edge
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisorySlight corrosion to vehicle structure
  • AdvisorySlight oil leak
  • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play Both rear(s) (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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 Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

31 tests since 23 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,099 miles (+5,196)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    107,099 miles
    Test number
    907671382283
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing low inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to vehicle structure
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play Both rear(s) (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass101,903 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    101,903 miles
    Test number
    273519016040
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to vehicle structure/ underside components

  3. Fail101,898 miles (+5,444)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,898 miles
    Test number
    232385284166
    • MajorCentral Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (Exhaust leak) (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to vehicle structure/ underside components

  4. Pass96,454 miles (+3,035)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    96,454 miles
    Test number
    112154866280
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass93,419 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    93,419 miles
    Test number
    160417585182
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail93,417 miles (+3,901)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,417 miles
    Test number
    978574900960
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass89,516 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    89,516 miles
    Test number
    732841398753
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn/bald on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and Offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail89,516 miles (+6,529)1 repaired1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,516 miles
    Test number
    260166988086
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn/bald on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and Offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass82,987 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    82,987 miles
    Test number
    518382520613
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail82,985 miles (+9,990)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,985 miles
    Test number
    949147027968
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass72,995 miles (+7,128)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    72,995 miles
    Test number
    159329173374
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn low on edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn bald on edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  12. Pass65,867 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    65,867 miles
    Test number
    307005161333
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside front and offside front brake hoses slightly deteriorated

  13. Fail65,867 miles (+5,629)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,867 miles
    Test number
    481289727323
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside front and offside front brake hoses slightly deteriorated

  14. Pass60,238 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    60,238 miles
    Test number
    270592048919
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Fail60,236 miles (+4,879)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,236 miles
    Test number
    253834672770
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass55,357 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    55,357 miles
    Test number
    965332126616
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Fail55,355 miles (+5,540)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,355 miles
    Test number
    771113586676
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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. Pass49,815 miles1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    49,815 miles
    Test number
    156120595008
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front lower arms inner rear bushes starting to perish
    • NoteFront no plate damaged
    • NoteRear no plate deteriorating
    • NoteSlight play and wear in n/s/r wheel bearing
    • NoteSlight wear in o/s/r wheel bearing
    • NoteSmall chips in screen

  19. Fail49,815 miles (+5,572)2 repaired1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,815 miles
    Test number
    375210595001
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front lower arms inner rear bushes starting to perish
    • NoteFront no plate damaged
    • NoteRear no plate deteriorating
    • NoteSlight play and wear in n/s/r wheel bearing
    • NoteSlight wear in o/s/r wheel bearing
    • NoteSmall chips in screen

  20. Pass44,243 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    44,243 miles
    Test number
    899791094068
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)

  21. Fail44,243 miles (+4,837)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,243 miles
    Test number
    188011094046
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)

  22. Fail39,406 miles1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,406 miles
    Test number
    259902793031
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear exhaust starting to deteriorate
    • NoteRear no plate starting to deteriorate

  23. Pass39,406 miles (+4,071)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    39,406 miles
    Test number
    596592893053
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear exhaust starting to deteriorate
    • NoteRear no plate starting to deteriorate

  24. Pass35,335 miles (+4,149)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    35,335 miles
    Test number
    106709782462
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer outer skin very corroded
    • NoteRear number plate starting to deteriorate
    • NoteWipers smearing slightly and slight split in n/s balde

  25. Pass31,186 miles (+3,784)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    31,186 miles
    Test number
    587627481075
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteRear no plate starting to deteriorate

  26. Pass27,402 miles (+3,693)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    27,402 miles
    Test number
    662870590014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass23,709 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    23,709 miles
    Test number
    504192999059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail23,709 miles (+1,234)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,709 miles
    Test number
    610842399073
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  29. Pass22,475 miles (+1,132)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    22,475 miles
    Test number
    494583298097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass21,343 miles (+2,498)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    21,343 miles
    Test number
    821288587034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass18,845 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    18,845 miles
    Test number
    914882486042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T349 BWN

Does T349 BWN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T349 BWN is valid until 6 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T349 BWN?
The MOT on T349 BWN is valid until 6 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T349 BWN done?
T349 BWN was recorded at 107,099 miles at its MOT on 7 Nov 2025, an average of 4,496 miles a year.
Has T349 BWN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T349 BWN has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on T349 BWN 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 T349 BWN find?
T349 BWN passed its latest MOT on 7 Nov 2025 with 8 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front tyre wearing low inner edge, and 5 more.

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