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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 1,900 cc

T412 UCGMOT history

T412 UCG is a red diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Jul 2025 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 140,544 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Jul 2025
Mileage
140,544 mi
At MOT on 2 Jun 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,249 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T412 UCG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
2 Jun 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T412 UCG was last recorded at 140,544 miles on 2 Jun 2025, 522 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,022 miles · 5 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
522 miles
Average per year
4,249 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 140,544 miles
  • 2024 – 140,022 miles
  • 2023 – 138,618 miles
  • 2022 – 137,410 miles
  • 2021 – 135,243 miles
  • 2020 – 133,007 miles
  • 2019 – 130,911 miles
  • 2018 – 127,358 miles
  • 2017 – 123,320 miles
  • 2016 – 118,775 miles
  • 2015 – 114,352 miles
  • 2014 – 109,238 miles
  • 2013 – 104,601 miles
  • 2012 – 102,804 miles
  • 2011 – 95,432 miles
  • 2010 – 87,798 miles
  • 2009 – 80,591 miles
  • 2008 – 72,146 miles
  • 2007 – 64,755 miles
  • 2006 – 60,850 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail140,544 miles
  • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear Suspension component corroded and seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Nearside headlight cracked

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside front arm rearward bush deteriorated

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside rear brake pipe to hose corroded above filler neck

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

29 tests since 30 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail140,544 miles (+522)3 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,544 miles
    Test number
    235712231217
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Suspension component corroded and seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass140,022 miles (+3)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    140,022 miles
    Test number
    231365314712
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail140,019 miles (+1,401)6 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,019 miles
    Test number
    612094881278
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded flexible hose-valve (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Floor excessively deteriorated excessively corroded, close to seat mounting (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded flexible hose - valve, across axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass138,618 miles (+1,208)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    138,618 miles
    Test number
    487141248434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass137,410 miles (+2,167)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    137,410 miles
    Test number
    510033519933
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass135,243 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    135,243 miles
    Test number
    661221734215
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail135,242 miles (+2,235)3 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,242 miles
    Test number
    479026621689
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass133,007 miles (+125)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    133,007 miles
    Test number
    743442107305
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail132,882 miles (+1,971)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,882 miles
    Test number
    149152808369
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass130,911 miles (+3,553)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    130,911 miles
    Test number
    818379781527

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass127,358 miles (+134)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    127,358 miles
    Test number
    615376802725
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside front arm rearward bush deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake pipe to hose corroded above filler neck

  12. Fail127,224 miles (+3,904)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,224 miles
    Test number
    577052079295
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside front arm rearward bush deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake pipe to hose corroded above filler neck

  13. Pass123,320 miles (+25)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    123,320 miles
    Test number
    560032879745
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside front arm rearward bush deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake pipe to hose corroded above filler neck

  14. Fail123,295 miles (+4,520)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,295 miles
    Test number
    400018549148
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside front arm rearward bush deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake pipe to hose corroded above filler neck

  15. Pass118,775 miles (+4,423)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    118,775 miles
    Test number
    141529578354
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre low inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside front arm rearward bush deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre badly worn outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake pipe to hose corroded

  16. Pass114,352 miles (+88)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    114,352 miles
    Test number
    438766965172
    • NoteFluctuation offside rear brake
    • NoteNearside front tyre low on inner edge
    • NoteNearside head light cracked
    • NoteOffside rear tyre low on outer edge
    • NoteStaining offside rear back plate
    • NoteWear both rear axle bushes

  17. Fail114,264 miles (+5,026)5 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,264 miles
    Test number
    849511965125
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureNearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • NoteFluctuation offside rear brake
    • NoteNearside front tyre low on inner edge
    • NoteNearside head light cracked
    • NoteOffside rear tyre low on outer edge
    • NoteStaining offside rear back plate
    • NoteWear both rear axle bushes

  18. Pass109,238 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    109,238 miles
    Test number
    108027954194
    • NoteCorrosion on offside rear brake pipe to hose
    • NoteNearside headlight cracked (beam unaffected)

  19. Fail109,226 miles (+4,625)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,226 miles
    Test number
    235937254107
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteCorrosion on offside rear brake pipe to hose
    • NoteNearside headlight cracked (beam unaffected)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn low

  20. Pass104,601 miles (+1,797)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    104,601 miles
    Test number
    987774753144
    • NoteSlight damage on nearside headlight glass

  21. Pass102,804 miles (+7,372)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    102,804 miles
    Test number
    818470072119
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front wheel bearings slightly rough when rotated
    • NoteNearside front headlamp lens damaged but does not affect the beam pattern

  22. Pass95,432 miles (+7,634)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    95,432 miles
    Test number
    455457451183
    • NoteNearside headlight cracked
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing on outer edge
    • NoteSlight corrosion on offside rear brake pipe to flex

  23. Pass87,798 miles (+7,207)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    87,798 miles
    Test number
    254383950452
    • NoteChild seats fitted not alowing full inspectuion of adult belts
    • NoteNearside headlight cracked
    • NoteNearside wiper split slightly on end

  24. Pass80,591 miles (+8,445)7 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    80,591 miles
    Test number
    544967779176
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside front outer driveshaft joint close to wear limit
    • NoteNearside front tyre near wear limit on centre
    • NoteNearside headlight cracked
    • NoteNearside rear axle bush near wear limit
    • NoteNot all bulbs in high level brake light are working
    • NoteWear in offside rear axle bush

  25. Pass72,146 miles (+7,391)7 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    72,146 miles
    Test number
    342240478189
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteHandbrake travel nearing limit
    • NoteNearside handbrake cable outer deteriorated
    • NoteOffside front suspension arm rearward bush worn slightly
    • NoteSlight cut on offside front tyre
    • NoteSlight damage on nearside headlight
    • NoteSlight wear in both rear axle bushes

  26. Pass64,755 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    64,755 miles
    Test number
    834203587141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail64,755 miles (+3,905)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,755 miles
    Test number
    281459277142
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Fail60,850 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,850 miles
    Test number
    100422046289
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront registration plate cracked. †near side headlamp glass cracked.

  29. Pass60,850 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    60,850 miles
    Test number
    224302346271
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront registration plate cracked. †near side headlamp glass cracked.

Questions about T412 UCG

Does T412 UCG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T412 UCG expired on 1 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T412 UCG?
The MOT on T412 UCG expired on 1 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T412 UCG done?
T412 UCG was recorded at 140,544 miles at its MOT on 2 Jun 2025, an average of 4,249 miles a year.
Has T412 UCG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T412 UCG has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on T412 UCG 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 T412 UCG find?
T412 UCG failed its latest MOT on 2 Jun 2025 with 3 major defects, 2 minor defects and 9 advisories: exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values; offside front wheel bearing rough when rotated; rear suspension component corroded and seriously weakened axle, and 11 more.

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