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Volkswagen Polo

White · Diesel · 1999 · 1,900 cc

T542 EWRMOT history

T542 EWR is a white diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 21 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 108,577 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jun 2027
Mileage
108,577 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,027 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T542 EWR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
21 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T542 EWR was last recorded at 108,577 miles on 1 Jul 2026, 207 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,370 miles · 12 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
207 miles
Average per year
3,027 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,577 miles
  • 2024 – 108,370 miles
  • 2023 – 106,915 miles
  • 2022 – 104,367 miles
  • 2021 – 102,303 miles
  • 2020 – 100,057 miles
  • 2019 – 98,822 miles
  • 2018 – 96,753 miles
  • 2017 – 94,063 miles
  • 2016 – 91,220 miles
  • 2015 – 88,500 miles
  • 2014 – 85,538 miles
  • 2013 – 81,897 miles
  • 2012 – 78,078 miles
  • 2011 – 74,052 miles
  • 2010 – 69,957 miles
  • 2009 – 66,266 miles
  • 2008 – 62,535 miles
  • 2007 – 58,640 miles
  • 2006 – 53,036 miles
  • 2005 – 45,210 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,577 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated All

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

29 tests since 26 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,577 miles (+207)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    108,577 miles
    Test number
    385551177628

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass108,370 miles (+1,455)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    108,370 miles
    Test number
    652498459273
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass106,915 miles (+2,548)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    106,915 miles
    Test number
    681572914452
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass104,367 miles (+2,064)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    104,367 miles
    Test number
    232858645968
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass102,303 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    102,303 miles
    Test number
    819336336402
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail102,301 miles (+2,244)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,301 miles
    Test number
    788052522652
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass100,057 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    100,057 miles
    Test number
    977600739635
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Fail100,055 miles (+1,233)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,055 miles
    Test number
    652325590340
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass98,822 miles (+2,069)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    98,822 miles
    Test number
    928944963538
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass96,753 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    96,753 miles
    Test number
    899894222539
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  11. Fail96,753 miles (+2,690)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,753 miles
    Test number
    805783094183
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass94,063 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    94,063 miles
    Test number
    633192997836

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail94,063 miles (+2,843)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,063 miles
    Test number
    419732921509
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  14. Pass91,220 miles (+2,720)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    91,220 miles
    Test number
    216023548234
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on rear brake pipes

  15. Pass88,500 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    88,500 miles
    Test number
    230114514249
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail88,500 miles (+2,962)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,500 miles
    Test number
    406057396790
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass85,538 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    85,538 miles
    Test number
    166773034298
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Fail85,538 miles (+3,641)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,538 miles
    Test number
    367383034421
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass81,897 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    81,897 miles
    Test number
    966705833232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail81,897 miles (+3,819)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,897 miles
    Test number
    199654933216
    • FailureBraking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  21. Pass78,078 miles (+4,026)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    78,078 miles
    Test number
    559833332261
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass74,052 miles (+4,095)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    74,052 miles
    Test number
    338944111202
    • NoteNoise from rear brakes suggests inspection required

  23. Fail69,957 miles2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,957 miles
    Test number
    552060400228
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Upper Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre has slight damage to sidewall

  24. Pass69,957 miles (+3,691)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    69,957 miles
    Test number
    660210200289
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre has slight damage to sidewall

  25. Pass66,266 miles (+3,731)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    66,266 miles
    Test number
    822848299181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass62,535 miles (+3,895)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    62,535 miles
    Test number
    180803618278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass58,640 miles (+5,604)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    58,640 miles
    Test number
    443742117207
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  28. Pass53,036 miles (+7,826)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    53,036 miles
    Test number
    964182416209
    • NoteSide Wall Damage Near Side Rear Tyre

  29. Pass45,210 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    45,210 miles
    Test number
    182227305271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T542 EWR

Does T542 EWR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T542 EWR is valid until 30 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T542 EWR?
The MOT on T542 EWR is valid until 30 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T542 EWR done?
T542 EWR was recorded at 108,577 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2026, an average of 3,027 miles a year.
Has T542 EWR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T542 EWR has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on T542 EWR 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 T542 EWR find?
T542 EWR passed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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