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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T656 PVUMOT history

T656 PVU is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 17 Feb 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 95,745 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Feb 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Feb 2026
Mileage
95,745 mi
At MOT on 18 Feb 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,795 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T656 PVU
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
1 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T656 PVU was last recorded at 95,745 miles on 18 Feb 2025, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,739 miles · 13 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
2,795 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 95,745 miles
  • 2023 – 93,888 miles
  • 2022 – 93,290 miles
  • 2021 – 91,999 miles
  • 2020 – 90,237 miles
  • 2019 – 88,847 miles
  • 2018 – 82,064 miles
  • 2017 – 79,292 miles
  • 2016 – 78,546 miles
  • 2015 – 75,520 miles
  • 2014 – 75,403 miles
  • 2013 – 74,269 miles
  • 2012 – 72,860 miles
  • 2011 – 71,134 miles
  • 2010 – 67,235 miles
  • 2009 – 61,489 miles
  • 2008 – 57,269 miles
  • 2007 – 51,273 miles
  • 2006 – 43,857 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,745 miles
  • AdvisoryCentre stop light not workingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre join (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both starting to deteriorate (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryReverse light not workingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front to centre joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill end

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 28 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,745 miles (+6)15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    95,745 miles
    Test number
    565514885559
    • AdvisoryCentre stop light not working
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both starting to deteriorate (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working

  2. Fail95,739 miles (+1,851)7 major15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,739 miles
    Test number
    221837005905
    • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch/sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentre stop light not working
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both starting to deteriorate (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working

  3. Pass93,888 miles (+598)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    93,888 miles
    Test number
    749430251991
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass93,290 miles (+20)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    93,290 miles
    Test number
    517890664886
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front to centre joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill end (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail93,270 miles (+1,271)2 major1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,270 miles
    Test number
    503205273517
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill end (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front to centre joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill end (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass91,999 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    91,999 miles
    Test number
    844875192431
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush starting to split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive end of nsr outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush starting to split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn badly inner/outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail91,999 miles (+1,762)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,999 miles
    Test number
    359629558622
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush starting to split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive end of nsr outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush starting to split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn badly inner/outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass90,237 miles (+1,390)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    90,237 miles
    Test number
    419680730448
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge's (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass88,847 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    88,847 miles
    Test number
    917710888117
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Fail88,847 miles (+6,783)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,847 miles
    Test number
    657301070823
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass82,064 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    82,064 miles
    Test number
    667655899432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail82,064 miles (+2,772)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,064 miles
    Test number
    433444016793
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass79,292 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    79,292 miles
    Test number
    104574396384
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  14. Fail79,292 miles (+746)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,292 miles
    Test number
    691904708215
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. Pass78,546 miles (+3,026)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    78,546 miles
    Test number
    117117333881
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryO/s/r wheel bearing slight noise

  16. Pass75,520 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    75,520 miles
    Test number
    877744286890

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail75,515 miles (+112)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,515 miles
    Test number
    935968242192
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass75,403 miles (+1,134)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    75,403 miles
    Test number
    788748634238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass74,269 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    74,269 miles
    Test number
    896555713203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail74,269 miles (+1,409)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,269 miles
    Test number
    409194413203
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Pass72,860 miles (+1,726)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    72,860 miles
    Test number
    608749212229
    • NoteRear exhaust in poor condition

  22. Pass71,134 miles (+3,899)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    71,134 miles
    Test number
    437734991159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass67,235 miles (+5,746)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    67,235 miles
    Test number
    204860510291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail61,489 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,489 miles
    Test number
    321665819483
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass61,489 miles (+4,220)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    61,489 miles
    Test number
    991275519286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass57,269 miles (+5,996)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    57,269 miles
    Test number
    883201818238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass51,273 miles (+7,416)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    51,273 miles
    Test number
    470904317214
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass43,857 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    43,857 miles
    Test number
    511609006200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T656 PVU

Does T656 PVU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T656 PVU expired on 17 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T656 PVU?
The MOT on T656 PVU expired on 17 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T656 PVU done?
T656 PVU was recorded at 95,745 miles at its MOT on 18 Feb 2025, an average of 2,795 miles a year.
Has T656 PVU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T656 PVU has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on T656 PVU 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 T656 PVU find?
T656 PVU passed its latest MOT on 18 Feb 2025 with 15 advisories: centre stop light not working; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake hose slightly deteriorated both, and 12 more.

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