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Volkswagen Polo

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T38 VUKMOT history

T38 VUK is a green petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 31 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 93,458 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Jul 2027
Mileage
93,458 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,599 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T38 VUK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T38 VUK was last recorded at 93,458 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 1,604 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
91,854 miles · 30 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,604 miles
Average per year
2,599 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,458 miles
  • 2025 – 91,854 miles
  • 2024 – 90,696 miles
  • 2023 – 89,140 miles
  • 2022 – 87,913 miles
  • 2021 – 86,887 miles
  • 2020 – 85,774 miles
  • 2019 – 84,461 miles
  • 2018 – 81,914 miles
  • 2017 – 79,811 miles
  • 2016 – 77,249 miles
  • 2015 – 74,942 miles
  • 2014 – 72,248 miles
  • 2013 – 69,763 miles
  • 2012 – 67,226 miles
  • 2011 – 64,574 miles
  • 2010 – 62,718 miles
  • 2009 – 59,682 miles
  • 2008 – 56,039 miles
  • 2007 – 49,053 miles
  • 2006 – 40,189 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,458 miles
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing slightly noisy both (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear axle corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 25 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,458 miles (+1,604)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    93,458 miles
    Test number
    193360734785
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing slightly noisy both (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  2. Pass91,854 miles (+1,158)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    91,854 miles
    Test number
    531070926665
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both lower arm, rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play Both rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass90,696 miles (+1,556)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    90,696 miles
    Test number
    275040924180
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  4. Pass89,140 miles (+1,227)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    89,140 miles
    Test number
    408771828713
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear wheel arches corroded

  5. Pass87,913 miles (+1,026)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    87,913 miles
    Test number
    981747319841
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear sill corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear Axle deformed but serviceable corroded (5.1.1 (a))

  6. Pass86,887 miles (+1,113)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    86,887 miles
    Test number
    849761026302
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO/S AND N/S rear wheel bearings have slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer body sill showing signs of corrosion

  7. Pass85,774 miles (+1,313)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    85,774 miles
    Test number
    979253197945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass84,461 miles (+2,547)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    84,461 miles
    Test number
    484244666569
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass81,914 miles (+2,103)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    81,914 miles
    Test number
    795103038219
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion power steering pipes

  10. Pass79,811 miles (+2,562)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    79,811 miles
    Test number
    198844657358
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes slight rust

  11. Pass77,249 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    77,249 miles
    Test number
    712639686013
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Fail77,249 miles (+2,307)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,249 miles
    Test number
    902067031266
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass74,942 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    74,942 miles
    Test number
    357785300190
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Fail74,942 miles (+2,694)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,942 miles
    Test number
    674917952169
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass72,248 miles (+2,485)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    72,248 miles
    Test number
    587224944245
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s/r and o/s/r tyres perished treat as urgent

  16. Pass69,763 miles (+2,537)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    69,763 miles
    Test number
    169770543282
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has cut in sidewall
    • NoteO/s/r tyre showing signs of cracking

  17. Pass67,226 miles (+2,652)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    67,226 miles
    Test number
    439568942253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass64,574 miles (+1,856)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    64,574 miles
    Test number
    966516541258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass62,718 miles (+3,036)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    62,718 miles
    Test number
    703073150273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass59,682 miles (+3,643)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    59,682 miles
    Test number
    800363659240
    • NoteOsr tyre wall cracking

  21. Pass56,039 miles (+6,986)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    56,039 miles
    Test number
    763904288249
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass49,053 miles (+8,864)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    49,053 miles
    Test number
    214008607008
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  23. Pass40,189 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    40,189 miles
    Test number
    364185526048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail40,186 miles2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,186 miles
    Test number
    820345826079
    • FailureNearside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • FailureRear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • NoteN/s front tyre cut in wall but not showing cord

Questions about T38 VUK

Does T38 VUK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T38 VUK is valid until 31 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T38 VUK?
The MOT on T38 VUK is valid until 31 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T38 VUK done?
T38 VUK was recorded at 93,458 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 2,599 miles a year.
Has T38 VUK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T38 VUK has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Aug 2016.
Has the mileage on T38 VUK 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 T38 VUK find?
T38 VUK passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside obligatory mirror slightly loose; rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes; rear wheel bearing slightly noisy both, and 1 more.

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