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Volkswagen Polo

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T503 WMAMOT history

T503 WMA is a green petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 5 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 9 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 114,009 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Mar 2027
Mileage
114,009 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,967 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T503 WMA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T503 WMA was last recorded at 114,009 miles on 20 Feb 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,007 miles · 13 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
2,967 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,009 miles
  • 2025 – 112,567 miles
  • 2024 – 112,063 miles
  • 2023 – 111,777 miles
  • 2022 – 111,026 miles
  • 2021 – 109,832 miles
  • 2020 – 109,589 miles
  • 2019 – 107,747 miles
  • 2018 – 106,000 miles
  • 2017 – 103,909 miles
  • 2016 – 101,972 miles
  • 2015 – 99,668 miles
  • 2014 – 97,561 miles
  • 2013 – 95,170 miles
  • 2012 – 92,139 miles
  • 2011 – 89,623 miles
  • 2010 – 85,484 miles
  • 2009 – 82,512 miles
  • 2008 – 78,744 miles
  • 2007 – 66,732 miles
  • 2006 – 55,620 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,009 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryBody has corrosion.Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Body has corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 16 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,009 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    114,009 miles
    Test number
    831693937315
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBody has corrosion.

  2. Fail114,007 miles (+1,440)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,007 miles
    Test number
    724237057076
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBody has corrosion.

  3. Pass112,567 miles (+13)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    112,567 miles
    Test number
    529568990063
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail112,554 miles (+491)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,554 miles
    Test number
    704285746094
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass112,063 miles (+286)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    112,063 miles
    Test number
    352861049176
    • AdvisoryBody has corrosion

  6. Pass111,777 miles (+6)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    111,777 miles
    Test number
    433263645671
    • AdvisoryBody has corrosion.
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPaint faded on vehicle.
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail111,771 miles (+745)1 dangerous2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,771 miles
    Test number
    810595084671
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody has corrosion.
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPaint faded on vehicle.
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass111,026 miles (+1,194)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    111,026 miles
    Test number
    280929318222
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass109,832 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    109,832 miles
    Test number
    773258350408
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  10. Fail109,832 miles (+243)1 dangerous2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,832 miles
    Test number
    722999202705
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAxle deformed but serviceable corroded (5.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody has corrosion

  11. Pass109,589 miles (+1,842)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    109,589 miles
    Test number
    346545203578
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass107,747 miles (+1,747)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    107,747 miles
    Test number
    631687131239
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass106,000 miles (+2,091)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    106,000 miles
    Test number
    252850044565
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded.
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass103,909 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    103,909 miles
    Test number
    418386060031
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust is corroded
    • AdvisoryFront sub frame is corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre is perished
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes are corroded
    • AdvisoryRear axle is corroded

  15. Fail103,909 miles (+1,937)1 failure11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,909 miles
    Test number
    578647604801
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Rear wheel bearing has slight play both (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust is corroded
    • AdvisoryFront sub frame is corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre is perished
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipes are corroded
    • AdvisoryRear axle is corroded

  16. Pass101,972 miles (+2,304)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    101,972 miles
    Test number
    943274071087
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded and the flexi is worn.
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both sides (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass99,668 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    99,668 miles
    Test number
    895464485063
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Fail99,659 miles (+2,098)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,659 miles
    Test number
    897087475005
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear brakes imbalanced 25%

  19. Pass97,561 miles (+2,391)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    97,561 miles
    Test number
    799890704137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass95,170 miles (+3,031)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    95,170 miles
    Test number
    666466853109
    • 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)

  21. Pass92,139 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    92,139 miles
    Test number
    916104762154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail92,139 miles (+2,516)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,139 miles
    Test number
    999864562196
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  23. Pass89,623 miles (+4,139)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    89,623 miles
    Test number
    758350461144
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  24. Pass85,484 miles (+2,972)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    85,484 miles
    Test number
    503461460166
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  25. Pass82,512 miles (+3,768)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    82,512 miles
    Test number
    414406059184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass78,744 miles (+12,012)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    78,744 miles
    Test number
    141443078183
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  27. Pass66,732 miles (+11,112)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    66,732 miles
    Test number
    510496367186
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  28. Pass55,620 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    55,620 miles
    Test number
    221497066450
    • 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)

Questions about T503 WMA

Does T503 WMA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T503 WMA is valid until 9 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T503 WMA?
The MOT on T503 WMA is valid until 9 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T503 WMA done?
T503 WMA was recorded at 114,009 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2026, an average of 2,967 miles a year.
Has T503 WMA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T503 WMA has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T503 WMA 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 T503 WMA find?
T503 WMA passed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; body has corrosion..

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