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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T57 MNBMOT history

T57 MNB is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 6 Nov 2025 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 147,191 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Nov 2025
Mileage
147,191 mi
At MOT on 30 Oct 2025
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,135 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T57 MNB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
30 Oct 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T57 MNB was last recorded at 147,191 miles on 30 Oct 2025, 9,895 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,296 miles · 6 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
9,895 miles
Average per year
5,135 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 147,191 miles
  • 2024 – 137,296 miles
  • 2023 – 125,859 miles
  • 2022 – 114,951 miles
  • 2021 – 103,030 miles
  • 2020 – 96,626 miles
  • 2019 – 84,615 miles
  • 2018 – 76,886 miles
  • 2017 – 74,156 miles
  • 2016 – 73,207 miles
  • 2015 – 71,258 miles
  • 2014 – 67,367 miles
  • 2013 – 65,162 miles
  • 2012 – 64,154 miles
  • 2011 – 62,671 miles
  • 2010 – 58,948 miles
  • 2009 – 56,170 miles
  • 2008 – 51,878 miles
  • 2007 – 49,487 miles
  • 2006 – 46,310 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail147,191 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn Axle mounting bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn Axle mounting bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended \jammed in behind seat. (7.1.2 (d))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MajorRear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid Brake compensator. (1.1.16 (b) (i))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT failures 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 Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail147,191 miles (+9,895)13 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,191 miles
    Test number
    505581362306
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn Axle mounting bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn Axle mounting bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended \jammed in behind seat. (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid Brake compensator. (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass137,296 miles (+11,437)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    137,296 miles
    Test number
    283146247692
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill end. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass125,859 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    125,859 miles
    Test number
    489425758776
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axle beam mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail125,859 miles (+10,908)2 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,859 miles
    Test number
    966224679405
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axle beam mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass114,951 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    114,951 miles
    Test number
    491252502095
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail114,951 miles (+11,921)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,951 miles
    Test number
    302349242162
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass103,030 miles (+6,404)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    103,030 miles
    Test number
    609336206454
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  8. Pass96,626 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    96,626 miles
    Test number
    741072928378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail96,626 miles (+12,011)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,626 miles
    Test number
    471417344805
    • MajorBrakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass84,615 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    84,615 miles
    Test number
    661148977265
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail84,615 miles (+7,729)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,615 miles
    Test number
    663725659207
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass76,886 miles (+2,730)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    76,886 miles
    Test number
    648848796732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass74,156 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    74,156 miles
    Test number
    792649951761

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail74,156 miles (+949)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,156 miles
    Test number
    507353137066
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

  15. Pass73,207 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    73,207 miles
    Test number
    483040659751

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail73,207 miles (+1,949)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,207 miles
    Test number
    356736470180
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  17. Pass71,258 miles (+3,891)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    71,258 miles
    Test number
    506210295020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass67,367 miles (+2,205)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    67,367 miles
    Test number
    776296074053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass65,162 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    65,162 miles
    Test number
    108264473016
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNSF Tyre is worn on the inside edge of the Tyre

  20. Fail65,162 miles (+1,008)2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,162 miles
    Test number
    197164973434
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNSF Tyre is worn on the inside edge of the Tyre

  21. Pass64,154 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    64,154 miles
    Test number
    786859772098
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside tyre has cut no cord showing

  22. Fail64,154 miles (+1,483)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,154 miles
    Test number
    486489672004
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside tyre has cut no cord showing

  23. Pass62,671 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    62,671 miles
    Test number
    298867271080
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  24. Fail62,671 miles (+3,723)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,671 miles
    Test number
    869357271060
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  25. Pass58,948 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    58,948 miles
    Test number
    562070240044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail58,948 miles (+2,778)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,948 miles
    Test number
    400909130064
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteMark to off side of windscreen. pass and advice.

  27. Pass56,170 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    56,170 miles
    Test number
    520475869040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail56,170 miles (+4,292)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,170 miles
    Test number
    932735169085
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOff side rear wheel bearing feels rough advice

  29. Pass51,878 miles (+2,391)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    51,878 miles
    Test number
    813983168021
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  30. Pass49,487 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    49,487 miles
    Test number
    310166167023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail49,487 miles (+3,177)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,487 miles
    Test number
    902605367008
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  32. Pass46,310 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    46,310 miles
    Test number
    140808366406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T57 MNB

Does T57 MNB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T57 MNB expired on 6 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T57 MNB?
The MOT on T57 MNB expired on 6 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T57 MNB done?
T57 MNB was recorded at 147,191 miles at its MOT on 30 Oct 2025, an average of 5,135 miles a year.
Has T57 MNB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T57 MNB has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T57 MNB 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 T57 MNB find?
T57 MNB failed its latest MOT on 30 Oct 2025 with 13 major defects, 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; nearside front lower suspension component ball joint excessively worn, and 12 more.

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