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Volkswagen Polo

White · Petrol · 2011 · 1,198 cc

T40 DAOMOT history

T40 DAO is a white petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 16 Mar 2011. Its MOT is valid until 16 Nov 2026 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 96,032 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Nov 2026
Mileage
96,032 mi
At MOT on 17 Nov 2025
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,121 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T40 DAO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
16 Mar 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T40 DAO was last recorded at 96,032 miles on 17 Nov 2025, 3,398 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,634 miles · 8 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
3,398 miles
Average per year
7,121 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 96,032 miles
  • 2024 – 92,634 miles
  • 2023 – 85,748 miles
  • 2022 – 73,476 miles
  • 2021 – 60,523 miles
  • 2020 – 44,819 miles
  • 2019 – 39,814 miles
  • 2018 – 33,355 miles
  • 2017 – 27,833 miles
  • 2016 – 22,782 miles
  • 2015 – 17,599 miles
  • 2014 – 12,742 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,032 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible pipe (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear hand brake has long travel

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Headlamp lens slightly defective Both

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

18 tests since 8 Mar 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,032 miles3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    96,032 miles
    Test number
    468037234894
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear hand brake has long travel
  2. Fail96,031 miles (+3,397)1 major3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,031 miles
    Test number
    893532844545
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear hand brake has long travel
  3. Pass92,634 miles (+4)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    92,634 miles
    Test number
    352428180319
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust 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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  4. Fail92,630 miles (+6,882)2 dangerous4 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,630 miles
    Test number
    743407755112
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust 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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  5. Pass85,748 miles (+12,272)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    85,748 miles
    Test number
    630024439535
    • AdvisoryBoth sides headlamp lenses slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (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))
  6. Pass73,476 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    73,476 miles
    Test number
    938022020956

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail73,476 miles (+12,953)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,476 miles
    Test number
    278410185619
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
  8. Pass60,523 miles (+9,697)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    60,523 miles
    Test number
    857158026198
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  9. Pass50,826 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    50,826 miles
    Test number
    766560452380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail50,826 miles (+6,007)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,826 miles
    Test number
    993775557698
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  11. Pass44,819 miles (+5,005)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    44,819 miles
    Test number
    333101191880
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  12. Pass39,814 miles (+6,459)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    39,814 miles
    Test number
    685415704091
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHand brake lever reserve travel advise
  13. Pass33,355 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    33,355 miles
    Test number
    800809428175
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNsf shock absorber leaking
    • AdvisoryNsr bumpstop broken
  14. Fail33,355 miles (+5,522)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,355 miles
    Test number
    307741131577
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNsf shock absorber leaking
    • AdvisoryNsr bumpstop broken
  15. Pass27,833 miles (+5,051)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    27,833 miles
    Test number
    573517847252
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  16. Pass22,782 miles (+5,183)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    22,782 miles
    Test number
    839661090899
    • AdvisoryNsr tyre outer wall damaged
  17. Pass17,599 miles (+4,857)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    17,599 miles
    Test number
    498534155082
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteWinter tyres fitted at time of test to both axles
  18. Pass12,742 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    12,742 miles
    Test number
    936887764019
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about T40 DAO

Does T40 DAO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T40 DAO is valid until 16 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T40 DAO?
The MOT on T40 DAO is valid until 16 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T40 DAO done?
T40 DAO was recorded at 96,032 miles at its MOT on 17 Nov 2025, an average of 7,121 miles a year.
Has T40 DAO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T40 DAO has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T40 DAO 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 T40 DAO find?
T40 DAO passed its latest MOT on 17 Nov 2025 with 3 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective, and 7 more.

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