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Volkswagen Polo

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T656 YHOMOT history

T656 YHO is a green petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 12 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Sept 2026 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 42,051 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Sept 2026
Mileage
42,051 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2025
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,614 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T656 YHO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T656 YHO was last recorded at 42,051 miles on 2 Sept 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Jul 2014: 880 miles, lower than 39,517 miles on 15 Jul 2013.

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
42,050 miles · 30 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
1,614 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 42,051 miles
  • 2024 – 41,755 miles
  • 2021 – 36,944 miles
  • 2020 – 31,992 miles
  • 2019 – 25,947 miles
  • 2018 – 19,972 miles
  • 2017 – 13,100 miles
  • 2016 – 9,358 miles
  • 2015 – 4,879 miles
  • 2014 – 880 miles
  • 2013 – 39,517 miles
  • 2012 – 35,946 miles
  • 2011 – 31,901 miles
  • 2010 – 27,826 miles
  • 2009 – 20,781 miles
  • 2008 – 15,678 miles
  • 2007 – 12,269 miles
  • 2006 – 11,122 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass42,051 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded 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.

  • Central Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 4 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass42,051 miles (+1)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    42,051 miles
    Test number
    291310814582
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail42,050 miles (+295)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,050 miles
    Test number
    459501052148
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass41,755 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2025
    Odometer
    41,755 miles
    Test number
    849399898960
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail41,755 miles (+4,811)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,755 miles
    Test number
    181844072768
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass36,944 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    36,944 miles
    Test number
    614685779045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail36,904 miles (+4,912)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,904 miles
    Test number
    236081449670
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor to sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass31,992 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    31,992 miles
    Test number
    714166410277
    • AdvisoryFront both sides brake discs heavily pitted and corroded

  8. Fail31,992 miles (+6,045)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,992 miles
    Test number
    649211462375
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront both sides brake discs heavily pitted and corroded

  9. Pass25,947 miles (+5,975)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    25,947 miles
    Test number
    874573086062
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner sill corroded around drain
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing uneven/lumpy on inner edge

  10. Pass19,972 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    19,972 miles
    Test number
    157796274224
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail19,972 miles (+6,872)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,972 miles
    Test number
    850666081831
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass13,100 miles (+3,742)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    13,100 miles
    Test number
    400725409384
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner edges

  13. Pass9,358 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    9,358 miles
    Test number
    785984372625
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly chafed to limiter valve (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust system corroded and weak
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded and weak

  14. Fail9,358 miles (+4,479)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,358 miles
    Test number
    358899605557
    • FailureCentre Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly chafed to limiter valve (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust system corroded and weak
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded and weak

  15. Pass4,879 miles (+3,999)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    4,879 miles
    Test number
    107612985168
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Pass880 miles (-38,637)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    880 miles
    Test number
    757894684189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass39,517 miles (+3,571)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    39,517 miles
    Test number
    289516193121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,946 miles (+4,045)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    35,946 miles
    Test number
    809828382125
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded

  19. Pass31,901 miles (+4,075)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    31,901 miles
    Test number
    248378181446
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded

  20. Pass27,826 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    27,826 miles
    Test number
    571457000243
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded on inner edges

  21. Fail27,826 miles (+7,045)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,826 miles
    Test number
    580747300260
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded on inner edges
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing low on inner edge

  22. Pass20,781 miles (+5,103)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    20,781 miles
    Test number
    622971309267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass15,678 miles (+3,409)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    15,678 miles
    Test number
    981337298127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass12,269 miles (+1,147)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    12,269 miles
    Test number
    271144797468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass11,122 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    11,122 miles
    Test number
    213695186483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T656 YHO

Does T656 YHO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T656 YHO expired on 1 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T656 YHO?
The MOT on T656 YHO expired on 1 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T656 YHO done?
T656 YHO was recorded at 42,051 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2025, an average of 1,614 miles a year.
Has T656 YHO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T656 YHO has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on T656 YHO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Jul 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T656 YHO find?
T656 YHO passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; rear coil spring corroded both.

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