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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T436 TOAMOT history

T436 TOA is a red diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 8 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 33,912 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Oct 2026
Mileage
33,912 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2025
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,204 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T436 TOA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T436 TOA was last recorded at 33,912 miles on 20 Oct 2025, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
33,909 miles · 19 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
1,204 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 33,912 miles
  • 2024 – 33,083 miles
  • 2022 – 31,275 miles
  • 2021 – 28,463 miles
  • 2020 – 21,978 miles
  • 2019 – 21,091 miles
  • 2018 – 20,777 miles
  • 2017 – 20,199 miles
  • 2016 – 19,357 miles
  • 2014 – 17,763 miles
  • 2013 – 16,791 miles
  • 2012 – 15,803 miles
  • 2011 – 15,055 miles
  • 2010 – 14,004 miles
  • 2009 – 13,441 miles
  • 2008 – 12,800 miles
  • 2007 – 11,873 miles
  • 2006 – 10,762 miles
  • 2005 – 9,495 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass33,912 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 9 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass33,912 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    33,912 miles
    Test number
    534882968595

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail33,909 miles (+826)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,909 miles
    Test number
    693344408339
    • MajorTyre fouling a part of the vehicle all round (5.2.3 (f))
    • MinorCentral Rear Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  3. Pass33,083 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2025
    Odometer
    33,083 miles
    Test number
    385823993293
    • 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))
  4. Fail33,083 miles (+1,808)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,083 miles
    Test number
    341459135946
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
  5. Pass31,275 miles (+4)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2023
    Odometer
    31,275 miles
    Test number
    923747986382
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  6. Fail31,271 miles (+2,808)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,271 miles
    Test number
    100967958982
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  7. Pass28,463 miles (+6,485)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2022
    Odometer
    28,463 miles
    Test number
    809863278180
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  8. Pass21,978 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    21,978 miles
    Test number
    665946068051
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  9. Fail21,970 miles (+879)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,970 miles
    Test number
    174454341586
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine 4.33 average (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  10. Pass21,091 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    21,091 miles
    Test number
    401990241709
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
  11. Fail21,091 miles (+314)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,091 miles
    Test number
    247374961733
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
  12. Pass20,777 miles (+578)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    20,777 miles
    Test number
    309420981789
    • AdvisorySlight movement In offside and nearside front upper suspension strut mounts.
  13. Pass20,199 miles (+842)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    20,199 miles
    Test number
    371153820729
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
  14. Pass19,357 miles (+1,594)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    19,357 miles
    Test number
    714543774266
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  15. Pass17,763 miles (+972)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    17,763 miles
    Test number
    538420144258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass16,791 miles (+988)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    16,791 miles
    Test number
    675661543258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass15,803 miles (+748)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    15,803 miles
    Test number
    277708732287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass15,055 miles (+1,051)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    15,055 miles
    Test number
    409658731250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass14,004 miles (+563)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    14,004 miles
    Test number
    443903230222
    • NoteNear side front tyre low on tread
  20. Fail13,441 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,441 miles
    Test number
    144420019245
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  21. Pass13,441 miles (+641)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    13,441 miles
    Test number
    410490019299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass12,800 miles (+927)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    12,800 miles
    Test number
    644006138273
    • NoteNear side front tyre low on tread
  23. Pass11,873 miles (+1,111)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    11,873 miles
    Test number
    402188287172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass10,762 miles (+1,267)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    10,762 miles
    Test number
    110488576196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
  25. Pass9,495 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    9,495 miles
    Test number
    802370095154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T436 TOA

Does T436 TOA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T436 TOA is valid until 19 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T436 TOA?
The MOT on T436 TOA is valid until 19 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T436 TOA done?
T436 TOA was recorded at 33,912 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2025, an average of 1,204 miles a year.
Has T436 TOA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T436 TOA has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 19 May 2025.
Has the mileage on T436 TOA 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 T436 TOA find?
T436 TOA passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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