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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T359 RHCMOT history

T359 RHC is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 8 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 70,538 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jan 2027
Mileage
70,538 mi
At MOT on 9 Jan 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,433 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T359 RHC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T359 RHC was last recorded at 70,538 miles on 9 Jan 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,535 miles · 8 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
2,433 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 70,538 miles
  • 2024 – 68,269 miles
  • 2023 – 64,454 miles
  • 2022 – 62,090 miles
  • 2021 – 59,324 miles
  • 2020 – 58,022 miles
  • 2019 – 56,645 miles
  • 2018 – 54,004 miles
  • 2017 – 51,875 miles
  • 2016 – 48,012 miles
  • 2015 – 46,006 miles
  • 2014 – 44,577 miles
  • 2013 – 43,746 miles
  • 2012 – 43,289 miles
  • 2011 – 40,457 miles
  • 2010 – 37,372 miles
  • 2009 – 32,839 miles
  • 2008 – 29,543 miles
  • 2007 – 26,696 miles
  • 2006 – 23,652 miles
  • 2005 – 20,498 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,538 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened + Rear Bush deteriorted (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened + Rear Bush deteriorted (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Offside Rear Vehicle structure inadequately repaired not seriously affecting its strength with 30cm of a towbar mounting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

29 tests since 16 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,538 miles (+3)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    70,538 miles
    Test number
    235293256425
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened + Rear Bush deteriorted (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened + Rear Bush deteriorted (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail70,535 miles (+2,266)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,535 miles
    Test number
    688536535366
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened + Rear Bush deteriorted (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened + Rear Bush deteriorted (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass68,269 miles (+3,815)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    68,269 miles
    Test number
    487206644988

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass64,454 miles (+2,364)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    64,454 miles
    Test number
    943911054668

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass62,090 miles (+46)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    62,090 miles
    Test number
    795513598226
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail62,044 miles (+2,720)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,044 miles
    Test number
    125287397112
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass59,324 miles (+1,302)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    59,324 miles
    Test number
    299806054937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass58,022 miles (+1,377)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    58,022 miles
    Test number
    535026055665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass56,645 miles (+2,641)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    56,645 miles
    Test number
    171147132308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass54,004 miles (+2,129)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    54,004 miles
    Test number
    135900323370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass51,875 miles (+3,863)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    51,875 miles
    Test number
    952247541607

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass48,012 miles (+2,006)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    48,012 miles
    Test number
    594618916555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass46,006 miles (+1,429)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    46,006 miles
    Test number
    306126877680
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass44,577 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    44,577 miles
    Test number
    876400144282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail44,577 miles (+831)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,577 miles
    Test number
    905390644224
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

  16. Pass43,746 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    43,746 miles
    Test number
    836201863249
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  17. Fail43,746 miles (+457)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,746 miles
    Test number
    496389853216
    • FailureFront Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  18. Fail43,289 miles1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,289 miles
    Test number
    378675732150
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs worn close to limit
    • NoteBoth rear tyres showing signs of deterioration
    • NoteOffside rear wheel bearing very slightly noisey & has slight play

  19. Pass43,289 miles (+2,832)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2013
    Odometer
    43,289 miles
    Test number
    888735232103
    • NoteBoth front brake discs worn close to limit
    • NoteBoth rear tyres showing signs of deterioration
    • NoteOffside rear wheel bearing very slightly noisey & has slight play

  20. Fail40,457 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,457 miles
    Test number
    176805021183
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  21. Pass40,457 miles (+3,085)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    40,457 miles
    Test number
    865725921193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass37,372 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    37,372 miles
    Test number
    434112200162
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure inadequately repaired not seriously affecting its strength with 30cm of a towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  23. Fail37,372 miles (+4,533)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,372 miles
    Test number
    360250300164
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure inadequately repaired not seriously affecting its strength with 30cm of a towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  24. Pass32,839 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    32,839 miles
    Test number
    404614869198
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail32,839 miles (+3,296)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,839 miles
    Test number
    821674469173
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass29,543 miles (+2,847)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    29,543 miles
    Test number
    752763568191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass26,696 miles (+3,044)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    26,696 miles
    Test number
    774149667177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass23,652 miles (+3,154)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    23,652 miles
    Test number
    833011776121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass20,498 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    20,498 miles
    Test number
    464577265149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T359 RHC

Does T359 RHC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T359 RHC is valid until 8 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T359 RHC?
The MOT on T359 RHC is valid until 8 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T359 RHC done?
T359 RHC was recorded at 70,538 miles at its MOT on 9 Jan 2026, an average of 2,433 miles a year.
Has T359 RHC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T359 RHC has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T359 RHC 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 T359 RHC find?
T359 RHC passed its latest MOT on 9 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside front suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened + rear bush deteriorted, and 3 more.

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