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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,198 cc

T4 VEHMOT history

T4 VEH is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 5 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 14 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 47,265 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 May 2027
Mileage
47,265 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,795 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T4 VEH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
5 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 May 2027
Latest MOT test
15 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T4 VEH was last recorded at 47,265 miles on 15 May 2026, 2,183 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
45,082 miles · 7 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,183 miles
Average per year
1,795 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 47,265 miles
  • 2024 – 45,082 miles
  • 2023 – 44,001 miles
  • 2022 – 43,064 miles
  • 2020 – 43,038 miles
  • 2019 – 42,472 miles
  • 2018 – 41,809 miles
  • 2016 – 41,113 miles
  • 2015 – 39,914 miles
  • 2014 – 38,802 miles
  • 2013 – 36,878 miles
  • 2012 – 34,028 miles
  • 2011 – 30,860 miles
  • 2010 – 26,560 miles
  • 2009 – 23,271 miles
  • 2008 – 19,571 miles
  • 2007 – 16,105 miles
  • 2006 – 12,001 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass47,265 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

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.

  • Body corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass47,265 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2027
    Odometer
    47,265 miles
    Test number
    961564995613
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  2. Fail47,264 miles (+2,182)1 dangerous2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,264 miles
    Test number
    619520515620
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  3. Pass45,082 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    45,082 miles
    Test number
    497350400699
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle and rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBody corroded

  4. Fail45,082 miles (+1,081)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,082 miles
    Test number
    959051835641
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle and rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBody corroded

  5. Pass44,001 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    44,001 miles
    Test number
    196347897460
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBody corroded

  6. Fail44,001 miles (+937)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,001 miles
    Test number
    286469177765
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBody corroded

  7. Pass43,064 miles (+26)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    43,064 miles
    Test number
    125994267461
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass43,038 miles (+566)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    43,038 miles
    Test number
    769494421127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass42,472 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    42,472 miles
    Test number
    791372123629

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail42,472 miles (+663)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,472 miles
    Test number
    282599918012
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass41,809 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    41,809 miles
    Test number
    723477148005
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre perishing

  12. Fail41,809 miles (+696)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,809 miles
    Test number
    680193209631
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working both nearside and offside (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre perishing

  13. Pass41,113 miles (+1,199)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    41,113 miles
    Test number
    679496314704
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass39,914 miles (+1,112)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    39,914 miles
    Test number
    681720194347
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre tread getting low

  15. Pass38,802 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    38,802 miles
    Test number
    246181554370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail38,800 miles (+1,922)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,800 miles
    Test number
    426881654316
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

  17. Pass36,878 miles (+2,850)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    36,878 miles
    Test number
    688527933337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass34,028 miles (+3,168)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    34,028 miles
    Test number
    695669812334
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in rear tyre

  19. Pass30,860 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    30,860 miles
    Test number
    766345011335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail30,859 miles (+4,299)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,859 miles
    Test number
    656195011394
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside front bumper damaged

  21. Pass26,560 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    26,560 miles
    Test number
    411128400409
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail26,558 miles (+3,287)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,558 miles
    Test number
    904158100321
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass23,271 miles (+3,700)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    23,271 miles
    Test number
    512647809349
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass19,571 miles (+3,466)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    19,571 miles
    Test number
    331885598459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass16,105 miles (+4,104)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    16,105 miles
    Test number
    261166477233
    • NoteN/s rear tyre presure low.

  26. Pass12,001 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    12,001 miles
    Test number
    390665066243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T4 VEH

Does T4 VEH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T4 VEH is valid until 14 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T4 VEH?
The MOT on T4 VEH is valid until 14 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T4 VEH done?
T4 VEH was recorded at 47,265 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2026, an average of 1,795 miles a year.
Has T4 VEH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T4 VEH has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T4 VEH 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 T4 VEH find?
T4 VEH passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides; front brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides; front oil leak, but not excessive, and 5 more.

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