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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2007 · 1,400 cc

T40 SAFMOT history

T40 SAF is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 25 Jun 2007. Its MOT is valid until 18 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 76,928 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 May 2027
Mileage
76,928 mi
At MOT on 22 Apr 2026
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,707 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T40 SAF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
25 Jun 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 May 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T40 SAF was last recorded at 76,928 miles on 22 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,928 miles · 21 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,707 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,928 miles
  • 2025 – 71,610 miles
  • 2024 – 67,247 miles
  • 2023 – 61,510 miles
  • 2022 – 55,580 miles
  • 2021 – 49,394 miles
  • 2020 – 43,261 miles
  • 2019 – 36,612 miles
  • 2018 – 30,080 miles
  • 2017 – 22,593 miles
  • 2016 – 16,942 miles
  • 2015 – 14,726 miles
  • 2014 – 12,152 miles
  • 2013 – 9,363 miles
  • 2012 – 7,214 miles
  • 2011 – 4,453 miles
  • 2010 – 1,932 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,928 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi Deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box skin corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides os/ns (5.2.3 (d) (ii))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 Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear console bush (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear console bush (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

19 tests since 17 May 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,928 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2027
    Odometer
    76,928 miles
    Test number
    522776108066
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi Deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box skin corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides os/ns (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail76,928 miles (+5,318)1 dangerous3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,928 miles
    Test number
    177647887418
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear 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 Flexi Deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box skin corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides os/ns (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass71,610 miles (+4,363)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2026
    Odometer
    71,610 miles
    Test number
    215503763910

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass67,247 miles (+5,737)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2025
    Odometer
    67,247 miles
    Test number
    895691337342
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing x2 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension corroded

  5. Pass61,510 miles (+5,930)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2024
    Odometer
    61,510 miles
    Test number
    432567067765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass55,580 miles (+6,186)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2023
    Odometer
    55,580 miles
    Test number
    153599131447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass49,394 miles (+6,133)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2022
    Odometer
    49,394 miles
    Test number
    283003323613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass43,261 miles (+6,649)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2021
    Odometer
    43,261 miles
    Test number
    822146972876

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass36,612 miles (+6,532)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    36,612 miles
    Test number
    297548680647

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass30,080 miles (+7,487)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    30,080 miles
    Test number
    964980169343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass22,593 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    22,593 miles
    Test number
    763583890902
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear console bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear console bush (2.5.A.1c)

  12. Fail22,592 miles (+5,650)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,592 miles
    Test number
    153983368284
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both front discs corroded reducing breaking area + fluctuating on brake tester ( warped ) (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cracking all the way around inner and outer side wall age related 185/60r14 (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureFront brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin getting close to wear limit inner o/s/f (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear console bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear console bush (2.5.A.1c)

  13. Pass16,942 miles (+2,216)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2017
    Odometer
    16,942 miles
    Test number
    410974791385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass14,726 miles (+2,574)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2016
    Odometer
    14,726 miles
    Test number
    828910125114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass12,152 miles (+2,789)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2015
    Odometer
    12,152 miles
    Test number
    655170924139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass9,363 miles (+2,149)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    9,363 miles
    Test number
    346765913152
    • NoteAll tyres slightly cracked and perished

  17. Pass7,214 miles (+2,761)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    7,214 miles
    Test number
    707001312171
    • NoteAll wipers in poor condition

  18. Pass4,453 miles (+2,521)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2012
    Odometer
    4,453 miles
    Test number
    148393831114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass1,932 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2011
    Odometer
    1,932 miles
    Test number
    931587430174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T40 SAF

Does T40 SAF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T40 SAF is valid until 18 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T40 SAF?
The MOT on T40 SAF is valid until 18 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T40 SAF done?
T40 SAF was recorded at 76,928 miles at its MOT on 22 Apr 2026, an average of 4,707 miles a year.
Has T40 SAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T40 SAF has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T40 SAF 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 SAF find?
T40 SAF passed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2026 with 5 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi deteriorated; nearside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; rear exhaust box skin corroded, and 2 more.

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