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Volkswagen Polo

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T545 RWVMOT history

T545 RWV is a green petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 20 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 29 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 89,017 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Oct 2026
Mileage
89,017 mi
At MOT on 30 Oct 2025
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
786 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T545 RWV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
20 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T545 RWV was last recorded at 89,017 miles on 30 Oct 2025, 9,824 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Jul 2018: 67,413 miles, lower than 142,902 miles on 26 Feb 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
79,193 miles · 20 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
9,824 miles
Average per year
786 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 89,017 miles
  • 2022 – 79,193 miles
  • 2021 – 76,261 miles
  • 2020 – 73,983 miles
  • 2019 – 70,091 miles
  • 2018 – 67,413 miles
  • 2017 – 139,256 miles
  • 2016 – 134,899 miles
  • 2015 – 130,711 miles
  • 2014 – 126,587 miles
  • 2013 – 120,313 miles
  • 2012 – 115,391 miles
  • 2011 – 110,052 miles
  • 2010 – 104,119 miles
  • 2009 – 98,343 miles
  • 2008 – 90,757 miles
  • 2007 – 82,311 miles
  • 2006 – 73,578 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,017 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnderbody undersealed

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2011

Full MOT history

27 tests since 9 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,017 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    89,017 miles
    Test number
    663832165868
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody undersealed

  2. Fail89,017 miles (+9,824)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,017 miles
    Test number
    360262926620
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody undersealed

  3. Pass79,193 miles (+2,932)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    79,193 miles
    Test number
    134664649137
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass76,261 miles (+2,278)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    76,261 miles
    Test number
    559888662265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass73,983 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    73,983 miles
    Test number
    125105061029
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail73,983 miles (+3,892)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,983 miles
    Test number
    940045921491
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass70,091 miles (+2,678)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    70,091 miles
    Test number
    948687751801
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  8. Pass67,413 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    67,413 miles
    Test number
    452752623161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail67,413 miles (-75,489)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,413 miles
    Test number
    102686125074
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  10. Pass142,902 miles (+3,646)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    142,902 miles
    Test number
    474393744029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass139,256 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    139,256 miles
    Test number
    739898607470
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  12. Fail139,256 miles (+4,357)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,256 miles
    Test number
    269134507450
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  13. Pass134,899 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    134,899 miles
    Test number
    651999423671

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail134,899 miles (+4,188)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,899 miles
    Test number
    341000495574
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f seat belts to poor

  15. Pass130,711 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    130,711 miles
    Test number
    185235765048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail130,710 miles (+4,123)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,710 miles
    Test number
    439275565046
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass126,587 miles (+6,274)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    126,587 miles
    Test number
    566445464017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass120,313 miles (+4,922)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    120,313 miles
    Test number
    937750253063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass115,391 miles (+5,339)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    115,391 miles
    Test number
    586724652003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass110,052 miles (+5,933)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    110,052 miles
    Test number
    517732861026
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  21. Pass104,119 miles (+5,776)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    104,119 miles
    Test number
    160373260484
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass98,343 miles (+7,586)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    98,343 miles
    Test number
    134502969094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass90,757 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    90,757 miles
    Test number
    112320978470
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  24. Fail90,757 miles (+8,446)1 dangerous2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,757 miles
    Test number
    494370578092
    • DangerousNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  25. Pass82,311 miles (+8,733)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    82,311 miles
    Test number
    651921477017
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  26. Fail73,578 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,578 miles
    Test number
    151928966447
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  27. Pass73,578 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    73,578 miles
    Test number
    980518366008
    • AdvisoryFront Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Questions about T545 RWV

Does T545 RWV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T545 RWV is valid until 29 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T545 RWV?
The MOT on T545 RWV is valid until 29 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T545 RWV done?
T545 RWV was recorded at 89,017 miles at its MOT on 30 Oct 2025, an average of 786 miles a year.
Has T545 RWV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T545 RWV has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T545 RWV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Jul 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T545 RWV find?
T545 RWV passed its latest MOT on 30 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; underbody undersealed.

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