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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T540 SVLMOT history

T540 SVL is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 22 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 May 2025 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 53,949 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 28 May 2025
Mileage
53,949 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2024
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,353 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T540 SVL
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
22 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 May 2025
Latest MOT test
29 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T540 SVL was last recorded at 53,949 miles on 29 May 2024, 1,000 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
52,949 miles · 28 May 2024
Between the last two tests
1,000 miles
Average per year
2,353 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 53,949 miles
  • 2020 – 52,944 miles
  • 2019 – 52,916 miles
  • 2018 – 49,832 miles
  • 2017 – 46,920 miles
  • 2016 – 40,692 miles
  • 2015 – 36,380 miles
  • 2014 – 31,629 miles
  • 2013 – 27,373 miles
  • 2012 – 25,542 miles
  • 2011 – 23,982 miles
  • 2010 – 21,885 miles
  • 2009 – 19,157 miles
  • 2008 – 16,476 miles
  • 2007 – 14,012 miles
  • 2006 – 11,389 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass53,949 miles
  • AdvisoryWindscreen chippedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

18 tests since 27 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass53,949 miles (+1,000)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2025
    Odometer
    53,949 miles
    Test number
    891236453058
    • AdvisoryWindscreen chipped

  2. Fail52,949 miles (+5)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,949 miles
    Test number
    350010522213
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen chipped

  3. Pass52,944 miles (+28)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    52,944 miles
    Test number
    203650989622
    • AdvisoryWindscreen chipped

  4. Pass52,916 miles (+3,084)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    52,916 miles
    Test number
    963134305127
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass49,832 miles (+2,912)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2019
    Odometer
    49,832 miles
    Test number
    310772804275
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass46,920 miles (+6,228)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2018
    Odometer
    46,920 miles
    Test number
    838006933600
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  7. Pass40,692 miles (+4,312)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2017
    Odometer
    40,692 miles
    Test number
    878051347416
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre slightly perished

  8. Pass36,380 miles (+4,751)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    36,380 miles
    Test number
    196349545127
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on the inner edge

  9. Pass31,629 miles (+4,256)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    31,629 miles
    Test number
    147515394483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass27,373 miles (+1,831)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    27,373 miles
    Test number
    129630303175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass25,542 miles (+1,560)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    25,542 miles
    Test number
    119784592097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass23,982 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    23,982 miles
    Test number
    189981991041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail23,982 miles (+2,097)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,982 miles
    Test number
    197961991457
    • Repaired at testBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  14. Pass21,885 miles (+2,728)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    21,885 miles
    Test number
    102566890043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass19,157 miles (+2,681)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    19,157 miles
    Test number
    731539299015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass16,476 miles (+2,464)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    16,476 miles
    Test number
    791620508147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass14,012 miles (+2,623)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    14,012 miles
    Test number
    223875697072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass11,389 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    11,389 miles
    Test number
    114137116100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T540 SVL

Does T540 SVL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T540 SVL expired on 28 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T540 SVL?
The MOT on T540 SVL expired on 28 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T540 SVL done?
T540 SVL was recorded at 53,949 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2024, an average of 2,353 miles a year.
Has T540 SVL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T540 SVL has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 28 May 2024.
Has the mileage on T540 SVL 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 T540 SVL find?
T540 SVL passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2024 with 1 advisory: windscreen chipped.

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