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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 1,198 cc

T40 RWSMOT history

T40 RWS is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 29 Sept 2006. Its MOT expired on 30 Sept 2025 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 98,659 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Sept 2025
Mileage
98,659 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2024
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,130 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T40 RWS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
29 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T40 RWS was last recorded at 98,659 miles on 1 Oct 2024, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,657 miles · 30 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
6,130 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 98,659 miles
  • 2023 – 86,761 miles
  • 2022 – 80,593 miles
  • 2021 – 77,061 miles
  • 2020 – 75,271 miles
  • 2019 – 72,750 miles
  • 2018 – 68,545 miles
  • 2017 – 63,873 miles
  • 2016 – 54,044 miles
  • 2015 – 49,162 miles
  • 2014 – 47,078 miles
  • 2013 – 39,266 miles
  • 2012 – 29,790 miles
  • 2011 – 14,518 miles
  • 2010 – 9,573 miles
  • 2009 – 6,197 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,659 miles
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak radiator areaRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both corroded in places (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened look worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened look worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle corroded in places (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced spare wheel well corroded in places (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryUnder trays fittedRecorded at 2 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 Tyre obviously under inflated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear axle corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 1 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,659 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    98,659 miles
    Test number
    357690106290
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak radiator area
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both corroded in places (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened look worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened look worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle corroded in places (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced spare wheel well corroded in places (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  2. Fail98,657 miles (+11,896)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,657 miles
    Test number
    888837492344
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak radiator area
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both corroded in places (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened look worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened look worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle corroded in places (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced spare wheel well corroded in places (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  3. Pass86,761 miles (+8)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    86,761 miles
    Test number
    381127891758
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
  4. Fail86,753 miles (+6,160)1 dangerous5 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,753 miles
    Test number
    391711133018
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
  5. Pass80,593 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    80,593 miles
    Test number
    711918363689
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded
  6. Fail80,593 miles (+3,532)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,593 miles
    Test number
    315495856071
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded
  7. Pass77,061 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    77,061 miles
    Test number
    151981836789
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  8. Fail77,061 miles (+1,790)2 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,061 miles
    Test number
    719056451262
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  9. Pass75,271 miles (+2,521)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    75,271 miles
    Test number
    843632514958
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  10. Pass72,750 miles (+4,205)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    72,750 miles
    Test number
    753027942807

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass68,545 miles (+4,672)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    68,545 miles
    Test number
    373105843604
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  12. Pass63,873 miles (+9,829)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    63,873 miles
    Test number
    245243336097
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  13. Pass54,044 miles (+4,882)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    54,044 miles
    Test number
    202109924245
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  14. Pass49,162 miles (+2,084)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    49,162 miles
    Test number
    432693152850
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  15. Pass47,078 miles (+7,812)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    47,078 miles
    Test number
    259082574240
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteMinor exhaust leak
  16. Pass39,266 miles (+9,476)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    39,266 miles
    Test number
    309240163295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass29,790 miles (+15,272)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    29,790 miles
    Test number
    355499362459
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  18. Pass14,518 miles (+4,945)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    14,518 miles
    Test number
    358595861417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass9,573 miles (+3,376)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    9,573 miles
    Test number
    614096650287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass6,197 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    6,197 miles
    Test number
    674534949261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T40 RWS

Does T40 RWS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T40 RWS expired on 30 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T40 RWS?
The MOT on T40 RWS expired on 30 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T40 RWS done?
T40 RWS was recorded at 98,659 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2024, an average of 6,130 miles a year.
Has T40 RWS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T40 RWS has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on T40 RWS 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 RWS find?
T40 RWS passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2024 with 7 advisories: coolant leak radiator area; front shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both corroded in places; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened look worn, and 4 more.

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