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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,900 cc

T40 THJMOT history

T40 THJ is a black diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 27 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 14 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 201,568 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 May 2027
Mileage
201,568 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,600 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T40 THJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
27 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 May 2027
Latest MOT test
15 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T40 THJ was last recorded at 201,568 miles on 15 May 2026, 11,231 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
190,337 miles · 8 May 2025
Between the last two tests
11,231 miles
Average per year
9,600 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 201,568 miles
  • 2025 – 190,337 miles
  • 2024 – 173,995 miles
  • 2023 – 164,943 miles
  • 2022 – 163,707 miles
  • 2021 – 158,141 miles
  • 2020 – 149,412 miles
  • 2019 – 141,318 miles
  • 2018 – 129,360 miles
  • 2017 – 113,464 miles
  • 2016 – 97,660 miles
  • 2015 – 86,288 miles
  • 2014 – 80,377 miles
  • 2013 – 74,356 miles
  • 2012 – 66,292 miles
  • 2011 – 59,470 miles
  • 2010 – 48,625 miles
  • 2009 – 36,010 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass201,568 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

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 Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 14 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass201,568 miles (+11,231)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2027
    Odometer
    201,568 miles
    Test number
    969034591864
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  2. Pass190,337 miles (+16,342)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2026
    Odometer
    190,337 miles
    Test number
    484944979552
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper Panel Slight Damage - No Sharp Edges
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both Sides (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Pass173,995 miles (+9,052)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    173,995 miles
    Test number
    759113154750

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass164,943 miles (+1,236)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    164,943 miles
    Test number
    406975947452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass163,707 miles (+5,566)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    163,707 miles
    Test number
    436254903190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass158,141 miles (+8,729)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    158,141 miles
    Test number
    497599738715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass149,412 miles (+8,094)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    149,412 miles
    Test number
    374996228295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass141,318 miles (+11,958)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    141,318 miles
    Test number
    927566140561

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass129,360 miles (+15,896)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    129,360 miles
    Test number
    116310996783

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass113,464 miles (+15,804)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    113,464 miles
    Test number
    382090881465
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  11. Pass97,660 miles (+11,372)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    97,660 miles
    Test number
    929763981521

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass86,288 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    86,288 miles
    Test number
    258506915096
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  13. Fail86,288 miles (+5,911)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,288 miles
    Test number
    886445915044
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  14. Pass80,377 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    80,377 miles
    Test number
    766675344095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail80,358 miles (+6,002)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,358 miles
    Test number
    907983744018
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Fail74,356 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,356 miles
    Test number
    157001243054
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass74,356 miles (+8,064)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    74,356 miles
    Test number
    336001843040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass66,292 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    66,292 miles
    Test number
    125675522407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail66,292 miles (+6,822)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,292 miles
    Test number
    717605422057
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass59,470 miles (+10,845)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    59,470 miles
    Test number
    265120141068
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass48,625 miles (+12,615)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    48,625 miles
    Test number
    693534440071
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass36,010 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    36,010 miles
    Test number
    470265249098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T40 THJ

Does T40 THJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T40 THJ is valid until 14 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T40 THJ?
The MOT on T40 THJ is valid until 14 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 THJ done?
T40 THJ was recorded at 201,568 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2026, an average of 9,600 miles a year.
Has T40 THJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T40 THJ has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2015.
Has the mileage on T40 THJ 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 THJ find?
T40 THJ passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2026 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; front oil leak, but not excessive; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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