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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 999 cc

T52 HFJMOT history

T52 HFJ is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 10 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 22 MOT tests, with 75,989 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Dec 2026
Mileage
75,989 mi
At MOT on 9 Dec 2025
MOT tests
22
20 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,175 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T52 HFJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T52 HFJ was last recorded at 75,989 miles on 9 Dec 2025, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,986 miles · 2 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
2,175 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 75,989 miles
  • 2024 – 66,283 miles
  • 2023 – 65,239 miles
  • 2022 – 64,306 miles
  • 2021 – 63,406 miles
  • 2020 – 62,678 miles
  • 2019 – 60,551 miles
  • 2018 – 59,254 miles
  • 2017 – 57,674 miles
  • 2016 – 55,871 miles
  • 2015 – 54,289 miles
  • 2014 – 53,095 miles
  • 2013 – 52,177 miles
  • 2012 – 49,861 miles
  • 2011 – 47,956 miles
  • 2010 – 45,996 miles
  • 2009 – 43,288 miles
  • 2008 – 40,503 miles
  • 2007 – 37,654 miles
  • 2006 – 33,437 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,989 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor6 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 17 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,989 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    75,989 miles
    Test number
    985911724853
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail75,986 miles (+9,703)4 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,986 miles
    Test number
    367146646063
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass66,283 miles (+1,044)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    66,283 miles
    Test number
    519507005309
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass65,239 miles (+933)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    65,239 miles
    Test number
    285587025716
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass64,306 miles (+900)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    64,306 miles
    Test number
    643861002163
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass63,406 miles (+728)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    63,406 miles
    Test number
    417661469600
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass62,678 miles (+2,127)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    62,678 miles
    Test number
    102217077623
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass60,551 miles (+1,297)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    60,551 miles
    Test number
    668741593012
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass59,254 miles (+1,580)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    59,254 miles
    Test number
    380371889836
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses deteriated
    • AdvisoryChip in windowscreen

  10. Pass57,674 miles (+1,803)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    57,674 miles
    Test number
    106336074875
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' central lower screen (8.3.1d)

  11. Pass55,871 miles (+1,582)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    55,871 miles
    Test number
    350119542118
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play both (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust pipe going into back box badly corroded

  12. Pass54,289 miles (+1,194)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    54,289 miles
    Test number
    536075455130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront number plate damaged

  13. Pass53,095 miles (+918)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    53,095 miles
    Test number
    718052634154
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAdvise tracking
    • NoteFront number plate is damaged

  14. Pass52,177 miles (+2,316)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    52,177 miles
    Test number
    276426453188
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront registration plate damaged

  15. Pass49,861 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    49,861 miles
    Test number
    446004242150
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Fail49,861 miles (+1,905)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,861 miles
    Test number
    949124942118
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Pass47,956 miles (+1,960)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    47,956 miles
    Test number
    729989651176
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteRear tyres perished
    • NoteSlight exhaust blow from centre joint
    • NoteSlight play both rear top strut mounts

  18. Pass45,996 miles (+2,708)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    45,996 miles
    Test number
    142180060178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass43,288 miles (+2,785)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    43,288 miles
    Test number
    143252359147
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass40,503 miles (+2,849)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    40,503 miles
    Test number
    171149848155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass37,654 miles (+4,217)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    37,654 miles
    Test number
    414374747151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass33,437 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    33,437 miles
    Test number
    622067036110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T52 HFJ

Does T52 HFJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T52 HFJ is valid until 10 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T52 HFJ?
The MOT on T52 HFJ is valid until 10 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T52 HFJ done?
T52 HFJ was recorded at 75,989 miles at its MOT on 9 Dec 2025, an average of 2,175 miles a year.
Has T52 HFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T52 HFJ has failed 2 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T52 HFJ 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 T52 HFJ find?
T52 HFJ passed its latest MOT on 9 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive.

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