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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T456 JLAMOT history

T456 JLA is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 19 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 Jan 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 88,240 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Jan 2026
Mileage
88,240 mi
At MOT on 3 Jan 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,112 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T456 JLA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T456 JLA was last recorded at 88,240 miles on 3 Jan 2025, 10,641 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,599 miles · 16 May 2023
Between the last two tests
10,641 miles
Average per year
3,112 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 88,240 miles
  • 2023 – 77,599 miles
  • 2022 – 74,460 miles
  • 2021 – 73,784 miles
  • 2020 – 72,716 miles
  • 2019 – 68,937 miles
  • 2018 – 63,466 miles
  • 2017 – 58,447 miles
  • 2016 – 53,770 miles
  • 2015 – 51,819 miles
  • 2014 – 47,692 miles
  • 2013 – 45,137 miles
  • 2012 – 44,261 miles
  • 2011 – 42,354 miles
  • 2010 – 41,167 miles
  • 2009 – 39,204 miles
  • 2008 – 35,747 miles
  • 2007 – 34,977 miles
  • 2006 – 29,918 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,240 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust Box Corroded
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryHydraulic brake cylinder corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021

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 Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Exhaust corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Hydraulic brake cylinder corroded but not seriously weakened Both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 7 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,240 miles (+10,641)18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    88,240 miles
    Test number
    662412036004
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust Box Corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic brake cylinder corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass77,599 miles (+1)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2024
    Odometer
    77,599 miles
    Test number
    457972390778
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryHydraulic brake cylinder corroded but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.16 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front lower arm's (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail77,598 miles (+3,138)5 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,598 miles
    Test number
    528572559136
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill corroded & holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working Both front (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryHydraulic brake cylinder corroded but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.16 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front lower arm's (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass74,460 miles (+676)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    74,460 miles
    Test number
    107680385169
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass73,784 miles (+1,068)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    73,784 miles
    Test number
    130292444162
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • 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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass72,716 miles (+3,779)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    72,716 miles
    Test number
    484289254479
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are at 2.5 mil of tread and starting to crack and perish
    • AdvisoryExhaust system starting to corrode

  7. Pass68,937 miles (+5,471)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    68,937 miles
    Test number
    751639771136
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing - o/s/f - o/s/r - n/s/r (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass63,466 miles (+5,019)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    63,466 miles
    Test number
    713780676690

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass58,447 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    58,447 miles
    Test number
    871730533379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail58,447 miles (+4,677)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,447 miles
    Test number
    817297071217
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

  11. Pass53,770 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    53,770 miles
    Test number
    225250403070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail53,770 miles (+1,951)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,770 miles
    Test number
    871965292917
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  13. Pass51,819 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    51,819 miles
    Test number
    448322455160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail51,819 miles (+4,127)1 failure1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,819 miles
    Test number
    217742155473
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • Repaired at testBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  15. Pass47,692 miles (+18)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    47,692 miles
    Test number
    755003014122
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOffside front wing mirror insecure

  16. Fail47,674 miles (+2,537)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,674 miles
    Test number
    298547304134
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar missing (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOffside front wing mirror insecure

  17. Fail45,137 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,137 miles
    Test number
    606259193087
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass45,137 miles (+876)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    45,137 miles
    Test number
    656069893080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass44,261 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    44,261 miles
    Test number
    209944792026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail44,260 miles (+1,906)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,260 miles
    Test number
    677614692055
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  21. Pass42,354 miles (+1,187)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    42,354 miles
    Test number
    515231381090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • Note1,Adviseable to check front wheel alignment due to both front tyres wearing at inner edges.
    • Note2,Nearside rear wheel bearing noisey.
    • Note3,Small cracks in nearside rear tyre outer wall.

  22. Pass41,167 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    41,167 miles
    Test number
    871280210168
    • NoteAll four tyres cracking on outer sidewall.

  23. Fail41,167 miles (+1,963)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,167 miles
    Test number
    300720110158
    • FailureNearside Front Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • NoteAll four tyres cracking on outer sidewall.

  24. Pass39,204 miles (+3,457)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    39,204 miles
    Test number
    714410419162
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  25. Pass35,747 miles (+770)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    35,747 miles
    Test number
    383234498053
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  26. Pass34,977 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    34,977 miles
    Test number
    122341587474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail34,977 miles (+5,059)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,977 miles
    Test number
    882229177051
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  28. Pass29,918 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    29,918 miles
    Test number
    183047896015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T456 JLA

Does T456 JLA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T456 JLA expired on 2 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T456 JLA?
The MOT on T456 JLA expired on 2 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T456 JLA done?
T456 JLA was recorded at 88,240 miles at its MOT on 3 Jan 2025, an average of 3,112 miles a year.
Has T456 JLA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T456 JLA has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2023.
Has the mileage on T456 JLA 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 T456 JLA find?
T456 JLA passed its latest MOT on 3 Jan 2025 with 18 advisories: brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; centre exhaust box corroded, and 15 more.

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