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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T486 SPTMOT history

T486 SPT is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 18 Dec 2026 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 102,233 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Dec 2026
Mileage
102,233 mi
At MOT on 19 Dec 2025
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,793 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T486 SPT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T486 SPT was last recorded at 102,233 miles on 19 Dec 2025, 3,821 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Feb 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,412 miles · 9 Feb 2019
Between the last two tests
3,821 miles
Average per year
3,793 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 102,233 miles
  • 2019 – 98,412 miles
  • 2018 – 95,227 miles
  • 2017 – 93,505 miles
  • 2016 – 87,153 miles
  • 2015 – 84,647 miles
  • 2014 – 73,905 miles
  • 2013 – 65,226 miles
  • 2012 – 57,623 miles
  • 2011 – 45,931 miles
  • 2010 – 37,315 miles
  • 2009 – 36,098 miles
  • 2008 – 32,712 miles
  • 2007 – 30,499 miles
  • 2006 – 28,605 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,233 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front section of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front section of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2009–2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 21 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,233 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    102,233 miles
    Test number
    261309337046
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front section of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front section of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail102,232 miles (+3,820)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,232 miles
    Test number
    124814778196
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to fuel filter leaking (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front section of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front section of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass98,412 miles (+3,185)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    98,412 miles
    Test number
    116240226604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass95,227 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    95,227 miles
    Test number
    986527147726

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail95,227 miles (+1,722)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,227 miles
    Test number
    603902156772
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

  6. Pass93,505 miles (+6,352)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    93,505 miles
    Test number
    825168910903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass87,153 miles (+2,506)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    87,153 miles
    Test number
    256060748446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass84,647 miles (+10,742)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    84,647 miles
    Test number
    638658285175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass73,905 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    73,905 miles
    Test number
    527454384185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail73,905 miles (+8,679)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,905 miles
    Test number
    707881684162
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass65,226 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    65,226 miles
    Test number
    487510983159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail65,218 miles (+7,595)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,218 miles
    Test number
    985618873160
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass57,623 miles (+11,692)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    57,623 miles
    Test number
    236360082101
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass45,931 miles (+8,616)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    45,931 miles
    Test number
    689727191057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass37,315 miles (+1,217)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    37,315 miles
    Test number
    601636000097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass36,098 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    36,098 miles
    Test number
    192488309006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail36,096 miles (+3,384)3 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,096 miles
    Test number
    942528909011
    • DangerousBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousCentre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass32,712 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    32,712 miles
    Test number
    224730418085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail32,692 miles (+2,193)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,692 miles
    Test number
    114007008452
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  20. Pass30,499 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    30,499 miles
    Test number
    863808407035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail30,499 miles (+1,894)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,499 miles
    Test number
    704158307027
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

  22. Pass28,605 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    28,605 miles
    Test number
    361532006280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T486 SPT

Does T486 SPT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T486 SPT is valid until 18 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T486 SPT?
The MOT on T486 SPT is valid until 18 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T486 SPT done?
T486 SPT was recorded at 102,233 miles at its MOT on 19 Dec 2025, an average of 3,793 miles a year.
Has T486 SPT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T486 SPT has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T486 SPT 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 T486 SPT find?
T486 SPT passed its latest MOT on 19 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front section of front to rear; offside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front section of front to rear.

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