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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,422 cc

T40 SKEMOT history

T40 SKE is a black diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 27 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 17 Oct 2026 and it has passed 15 of 28 MOT tests, with 144,410 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Oct 2026
Mileage
144,410 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2026
MOT tests
28
15 passed · 13 failed
Per year
7,986 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T40 SKE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,422 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
27 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T40 SKE was last recorded at 144,410 miles on 12 Oct 2026, 12,035 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,375 miles · 9 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
12,035 miles
Average per year
7,986 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 144,410 miles
  • 2025 – 132,375 miles
  • 2024 – 118,353 miles
  • 2023 – 107,680 miles
  • 2022 – 101,655 miles
  • 2021 – 97,061 miles
  • 2020 – 88,439 miles
  • 2019 – 80,136 miles
  • 2018 – 71,301 miles
  • 2017 – 67,947 miles
  • 2016 – 62,072 miles
  • 2015 – 61,119 miles
  • 2014 – 48,871 miles
  • 2013 – 35,464 miles
  • 2012 – 28,812 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail144,410 miles
  • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced central outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

28 tests since 21 Apr 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail144,410 miles (+12,035)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,410 miles
    Test number
    369923617158
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced central outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass132,375 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    132,375 miles
    Test number
    924197871132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail132,362 miles (+14,009)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,362 miles
    Test number
    549993100631
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass118,353 miles (+332)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    118,353 miles
    Test number
    158270725397
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail118,021 miles (+10,341)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,021 miles
    Test number
    793578107810
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass107,680 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    107,680 miles
    Test number
    179487396596
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail107,680 miles (+6,025)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,680 miles
    Test number
    493556153676
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass101,655 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    101,655 miles
    Test number
    133934863721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail101,655 miles (+1,461)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,655 miles
    Test number
    904617061617
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass100,194 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2023
    Odometer
    100,194 miles
    Test number
    308223932398
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail100,193 miles (+3,132)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,193 miles
    Test number
    730626988085
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass97,061 miles (+8,622)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2022
    Odometer
    97,061 miles
    Test number
    149130485571
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. BOTH REAR. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush BOTH REAR. (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH FRONT. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONT. (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass88,439 miles (+8,303)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2021
    Odometer
    88,439 miles
    Test number
    992595755044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass80,136 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    80,136 miles
    Test number
    437375016897
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  15. Fail80,136 miles (+8,835)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,136 miles
    Test number
    709205633416
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  16. Pass71,301 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2019
    Odometer
    71,301 miles
    Test number
    763742052169
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

  17. Fail71,299 miles (+3,352)1 dangerous5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,299 miles
    Test number
    766412822017
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass67,947 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    67,947 miles
    Test number
    494720861540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail67,947 miles (+5,875)2 dangerous3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,947 miles
    Test number
    934131985313
    • DangerousBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • DangerousOffside Rear brake drum contaminated by brake fluid (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass62,072 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    62,072 miles
    Test number
    794069306493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail62,072 miles (+953)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,072 miles
    Test number
    449325653694
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  22. Pass61,119 miles (+6)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    61,119 miles
    Test number
    739737105169
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear exhaust showing signs of corrosion

  23. Fail61,113 miles (+12,242)7 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,113 miles
    Test number
    197179595092
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear exhaust showing signs of corrosion

  24. Pass48,871 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    48,871 miles
    Test number
    217717604465
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  25. Fail48,870 miles (+13,406)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,870 miles
    Test number
    355307204117
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  26. Pass35,464 miles (+6,652)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    35,464 miles
    Test number
    456030113140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail28,812 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,812 miles
    Test number
    236372112186
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  28. Pass28,812 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    28,812 miles
    Test number
    735142612137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T40 SKE

Does T40 SKE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T40 SKE is valid until 17 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T40 SKE?
The MOT on T40 SKE is valid until 17 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T40 SKE done?
T40 SKE was recorded at 144,410 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2026, an average of 7,986 miles a year.
Has T40 SKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T40 SKE has failed 13 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on T40 SKE 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 SKE find?
T40 SKE failed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2026 with 5 major defects and 2 advisories: nearside headlamp not working on dipped beam; nearside side repeater not working; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush, and 4 more.

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