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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,400 cc

T400 CJWMOT history

T400 CJW is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 8 Sept 2005. Its MOT expired on 23 Apr 2026 and it has passed 17 of 30 MOT tests, with 90,104 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Apr 2026
Mileage
90,104 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2025
MOT tests
30
17 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,040 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T400 CJW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
8 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T400 CJW was last recorded at 90,104 miles on 24 Apr 2025, 2,548 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,556 miles · 30 May 2024
Between the last two tests
2,548 miles
Average per year
5,040 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 90,104 miles
  • 2024 – 87,556 miles
  • 2023 – 84,822 miles
  • 2022 – 80,426 miles
  • 2021 – 76,062 miles
  • 2020 – 72,681 miles
  • 2019 – 72,214 miles
  • 2018 – 70,945 miles
  • 2017 – 68,706 miles
  • 2016 – 64,225 miles
  • 2015 – 54,973 miles
  • 2014 – 49,086 miles
  • 2013 – 49,074 miles
  • 2011 – 46,605 miles
  • 2010 – 36,969 miles
  • 2009 – 26,225 miles
  • 2008 – 6,328 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,104 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush soft (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush soft (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking & perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (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.

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

30 tests since 9 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,104 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    90,104 miles
    Test number
    202229008515
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush soft (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush soft (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking & perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  2. Fail90,104 miles (+2,548)1 dangerous3 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,104 miles
    Test number
    259628509730
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Lower Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush soft (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush soft (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking & perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass87,556 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2025
    Odometer
    87,556 miles
    Test number
    499766201310
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint to back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight misting suspect from block breather (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail87,556 miles (+2,734)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,556 miles
    Test number
    670169765414
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb not located correctly (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint to back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight misting suspect from block breather (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass84,822 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    84,822 miles
    Test number
    223041495123
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Fail84,822 miles (+4,396)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,822 miles
    Test number
    687161393761
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Pass80,426 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    80,426 miles
    Test number
    140158052916
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  8. Fail80,411 miles (+4,349)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,411 miles
    Test number
    258595069283
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  9. Pass76,062 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    76,062 miles
    Test number
    297113729258
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Fail76,062 miles (+3,381)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,062 miles
    Test number
    446563833363
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass72,681 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    72,681 miles
    Test number
    182999583354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail72,681 miles (+467)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,681 miles
    Test number
    650992163700
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front flex pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer outer casing heavily corroded
  13. Pass72,214 miles (+1,269)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    72,214 miles
    Test number
    950345355292
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer outer casing heavily corroded
  14. Pass70,945 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    70,945 miles
    Test number
    353018221034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail70,944 miles (+2,238)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,944 miles
    Test number
    552789534048
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  16. Pass68,706 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2018
    Odometer
    68,706 miles
    Test number
    546502699552

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail68,706 miles (+4,481)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,706 miles
    Test number
    707203078064
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
  18. Pass64,225 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2017
    Odometer
    64,225 miles
    Test number
    744409435516

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail64,224 miles (+9,251)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,224 miles
    Test number
    326591024068
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wiper blade split but still clears windscreen
  20. Pass54,973 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2016
    Odometer
    54,973 miles
    Test number
    417613545134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail54,973 miles (+5,887)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,973 miles
    Test number
    407403345198
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  22. Pass49,086 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2015
    Odometer
    49,086 miles
    Test number
    556024544117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass49,074 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    49,074 miles
    Test number
    408206073110
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  24. Fail49,074 miles (+2,469)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,074 miles
    Test number
    858505073197
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  25. Pass46,605 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    46,605 miles
    Test number
    949456011298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail46,605 miles (+9,636)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,605 miles
    Test number
    676286711239
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  27. Pass36,969 miles (+10,744)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    36,969 miles
    Test number
    183360780200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass26,225 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    26,225 miles
    Test number
    333400189276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail26,225 miles (+19,897)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,225 miles
    Test number
    862039179247
    • FailureBrake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)
  30. Pass6,328 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    6,328 miles
    Test number
    414553358219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T400 CJW

Does T400 CJW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T400 CJW expired on 23 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T400 CJW?
The MOT on T400 CJW expired on 23 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T400 CJW done?
T400 CJW was recorded at 90,104 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2025, an average of 5,040 miles a year.
Has T400 CJW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T400 CJW has failed 13 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T400 CJW 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 T400 CJW find?
T400 CJW passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2025 with 8 advisories: brake fluid close to minimum mark; front brake disc worn, but not excessively both discs; front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 5 more.

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