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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T488 KGVMOT history

T488 KGV is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 19 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 20 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 112,992 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Oct 2026
Mileage
112,992 mi
At MOT on 22 Sept 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,107 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T488 KGV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T488 KGV was last recorded at 112,992 miles on 22 Sept 2025, 1,486 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,506 miles · 21 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
1,486 miles
Average per year
2,107 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 112,992 miles
  • 2024 – 111,506 miles
  • 2023 – 110,031 miles
  • 2022 – 108,597 miles
  • 2021 – 105,406 miles
  • 2020 – 104,455 miles
  • 2019 – 103,840 miles
  • 2018 – 103,497 miles
  • 2017 – 103,004 miles
  • 2016 – 102,399 miles
  • 2015 – 101,757 miles
  • 2014 – 100,751 miles
  • 2013 – 96,716 miles
  • 2012 – 93,572 miles
  • 2011 – 90,503 miles
  • 2010 – 85,800 miles
  • 2009 – 82,743 miles
  • 2008 – 81,039 miles
  • 2007 – 76,022 miles
  • 2006 – 72,378 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,992 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022

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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Both front tyres slightly worn on inner edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 15 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,992 miles (+1,486)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    112,992 miles
    Test number
    121138794714
    • 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))

  2. Pass111,506 miles (+4)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    111,506 miles
    Test number
    151754235074
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres slightly worn on inner edges

  3. Fail111,502 miles (+1,471)4 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,502 miles
    Test number
    505230068964
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill X2 (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill X2 (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres slightly worn on inner edges

  4. Pass110,031 miles (+1,434)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    110,031 miles
    Test number
    671229520833
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass108,597 miles (+11)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    108,597 miles
    Test number
    383308512807
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body slightly corroded in areas

  6. Fail108,586 miles (+3,180)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,586 miles
    Test number
    711419328934
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body slightly corroded in areas

  7. Pass105,406 miles (+951)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    105,406 miles
    Test number
    604863207008
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose insecure

  8. Pass104,455 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    104,455 miles
    Test number
    400380451771

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail104,450 miles (+610)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,450 miles
    Test number
    371343371336
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill excessively corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass103,840 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    103,840 miles
    Test number
    704204342013
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal front/rear floorpan/sill edge (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Fail103,829 miles (+332)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,829 miles
    Test number
    242726016691
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill/suspension mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill panel patch repairs not seam welded/lower edges spot welded only (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal front/rear floorpan/sill edge (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  12. Pass103,497 miles (+53)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    103,497 miles
    Test number
    125001374151
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin 70-80% Worn (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail103,444 miles (+440)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,444 miles
    Test number
    304151618982
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureCentral Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outter sill area (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin 70-80% Worn (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass103,004 miles (+605)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    103,004 miles
    Test number
    291532624363
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive centre of sill area (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass102,399 miles (+642)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    102,399 miles
    Test number
    296629423458
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass101,757 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    101,757 miles
    Test number
    697189785020
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail101,738 miles (+987)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,738 miles
    Test number
    376952385024
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass100,751 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    100,751 miles
    Test number
    615312794006
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

  19. Fail100,751 miles (+4,035)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,751 miles
    Test number
    178832694006
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

  20. Pass96,716 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    96,716 miles
    Test number
    337432153043
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Fail96,716 miles (+3,144)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,716 miles
    Test number
    309082853000
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  22. Pass93,572 miles (+3,069)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    93,572 miles
    Test number
    629410482028
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  23. Pass90,503 miles (+4,703)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    90,503 miles
    Test number
    465423961071
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteWiper blades split

  24. Pass85,800 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    85,800 miles
    Test number
    334242880031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail85,781 miles (+3,038)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,781 miles
    Test number
    853184370056
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  26. Pass82,743 miles (+1,704)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    82,743 miles
    Test number
    312999979095
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteN/s/r wheel slightly binding

  27. Pass81,039 miles (+5,017)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    81,039 miles
    Test number
    393475378092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass76,022 miles (+3,644)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2008
    Odometer
    76,022 miles
    Test number
    202462037440
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  29. Pass72,378 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    72,378 miles
    Test number
    854656866150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T488 KGV

Does T488 KGV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T488 KGV is valid until 20 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T488 KGV?
The MOT on T488 KGV is valid until 20 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T488 KGV done?
T488 KGV was recorded at 112,992 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2025, an average of 2,107 miles a year.
Has T488 KGV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T488 KGV has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on T488 KGV 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 T488 KGV find?
T488 KGV passed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2025 with 4 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear wheel bearing has slight play; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 1 more.

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