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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,199 cc

T70 ARKMOT history

T70 ARK is a black diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 24 Nov 2012. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jun 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 95,505 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jun 2027
Mileage
95,505 mi
At MOT on 10 Jun 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,604 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T70 ARK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
24 Nov 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T70 ARK was last recorded at 95,505 miles on 10 Jun 2026, 3,255 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,250 miles · 22 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,255 miles
Average per year
6,604 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,505 miles
  • 2025 – 92,250 miles
  • 2024 – 86,911 miles
  • 2023 – 75,496 miles
  • 2022 – 64,148 miles
  • 2021 – 57,367 miles
  • 2020 – 55,170 miles
  • 2019 – 49,308 miles
  • 2018 – 41,772 miles
  • 2017 – 35,912 miles
  • 2016 – 33,933 miles
  • 2015 – 27,063 miles
  • 2014 – 15,441 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,505 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Under-trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 26 Apr 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,505 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    95,505 miles
    Test number
    671170405643
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail95,505 miles (+3,255)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,505 miles
    Test number
    485765370694
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass92,250 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    92,250 miles
    Test number
    465087827458
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  4. Fail92,243 miles (+5,332)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,243 miles
    Test number
    914517379042
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  5. Pass86,911 miles (+26)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    86,911 miles
    Test number
    956682280415
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail86,885 miles (+11,389)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,885 miles
    Test number
    716458522967
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass75,496 miles (+21)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    75,496 miles
    Test number
    423090335359
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Fail75,475 miles (+11,327)6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,475 miles
    Test number
    301995133042
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass64,148 miles (+6,781)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    64,148 miles
    Test number
    967337582220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass57,367 miles (+2,197)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    57,367 miles
    Test number
    498487218496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass55,170 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    55,170 miles
    Test number
    550184941704

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail55,165 miles (+5,857)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,165 miles
    Test number
    401732426825
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass49,308 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    49,308 miles
    Test number
    982196618420
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail49,303 miles (+7,531)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,303 miles
    Test number
    106675179934
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases section clamp insicure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass41,772 miles (+5,860)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    41,772 miles
    Test number
    630363506846
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust sleeve loose ,corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyre treads (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  16. Pass35,912 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    35,912 miles
    Test number
    811073029414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail35,912 miles (+1,979)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,912 miles
    Test number
    394306509395
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureRear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  18. Pass33,933 miles (+6,870)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    33,933 miles
    Test number
    240450686267
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyers cracking

  19. Pass27,063 miles (+11,622)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    27,063 miles
    Test number
    784043332008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass15,441 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    15,441 miles
    Test number
    929476314153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T70 ARK

Does T70 ARK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T70 ARK is valid until 9 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T70 ARK?
The MOT on T70 ARK is valid until 9 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T70 ARK done?
T70 ARK was recorded at 95,505 miles at its MOT on 10 Jun 2026, an average of 6,604 miles a year.
Has T70 ARK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T70 ARK has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T70 ARK 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 T70 ARK find?
T70 ARK passed its latest MOT on 10 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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