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Volkswagen Polo

Green · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

T70 JLKMOT history

T70 JLK is a green diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 13 Dec 2001. Its MOT expired on 4 Aug 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 160,140 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Aug 2026
Mileage
160,140 mi
At MOT on 5 Aug 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,168 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T70 JLK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
13 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T70 JLK was last recorded at 160,140 miles on 5 Aug 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,140 miles · 28 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,168 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 160,140 miles
  • 2023 – 147,491 miles
  • 2022 – 142,436 miles
  • 2021 – 141,158 miles
  • 2020 – 138,153 miles
  • 2019 – 133,721 miles
  • 2018 – 129,274 miles
  • 2017 – 124,410 miles
  • 2016 – 119,034 miles
  • 2015 – 113,776 miles
  • 2014 – 104,292 miles
  • 2013 – 71,300 miles
  • 2012 – 49,258 miles
  • 2011 – 48,089 miles
  • 2010 – 43,604 miles
  • 2009 – 38,546 miles
  • 2008 – 33,179 miles
  • 2007 – 28,847 miles
  • 2006 – 23,763 miles
  • 2005 – 18,707 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,140 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged cracks in side wall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Both front tyres worn on inner edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Both front shock obsorbers soft

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

28 tests since 11 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,140 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    160,140 miles
    Test number
    846551091269
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  2. Fail160,140 miles (+12,649)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,140 miles
    Test number
    226634668540
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  3. Pass147,491 miles (+5,055)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    147,491 miles
    Test number
    878687716466
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass142,436 miles (+1,278)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    142,436 miles
    Test number
    922253234321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass141,158 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    141,158 miles
    Test number
    393121568987
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged cracks in side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail141,150 miles (+2,997)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,150 miles
    Test number
    748615963434
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged cracks in side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass138,153 miles (+95)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    138,153 miles
    Test number
    441809566122
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edges

  8. Fail138,058 miles (+4,337)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,058 miles
    Test number
    687055531882
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edges

  9. Pass133,721 miles (+4,447)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    133,721 miles
    Test number
    349195627893

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass129,274 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    129,274 miles
    Test number
    596187709846
    • AdvisoryBoth front shock obsorbers soft

  11. Fail129,265 miles (+4,855)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,265 miles
    Test number
    333674013055
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth front shock obsorbers soft

  12. Pass124,410 miles (+5,376)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    124,410 miles
    Test number
    709430389265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass119,034 miles (+5,258)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    119,034 miles
    Test number
    686507381237
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass113,776 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    113,776 miles
    Test number
    169650985155
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail113,776 miles (+9,484)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,776 miles
    Test number
    866980985164
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass104,292 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    104,292 miles
    Test number
    765082584124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail104,291 miles (+32,991)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,291 miles
    Test number
    479662084134
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass71,300 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    71,300 miles
    Test number
    235786253193
    • NoteCondition of all brake pipes

  19. Fail71,299 miles (+22,041)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,299 miles
    Test number
    666305753180
    • FailureNearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteCondition of all brake pipes

  20. Pass49,258 miles (+1,169)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    49,258 miles
    Test number
    418630582108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass48,089 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    48,089 miles
    Test number
    108294231389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail48,089 miles (+4,485)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,089 miles
    Test number
    135333931366
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  23. Pass43,604 miles (+5,058)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    43,604 miles
    Test number
    202328600304
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass38,546 miles (+5,367)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    38,546 miles
    Test number
    980529809387
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Pass33,179 miles (+4,332)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    33,179 miles
    Test number
    312221218374
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  26. Pass28,847 miles (+5,084)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    28,847 miles
    Test number
    623782217372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass23,763 miles (+5,056)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    23,763 miles
    Test number
    432187416334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass18,707 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    18,707 miles
    Test number
    482465715303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T70 JLK

Does T70 JLK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T70 JLK expired on 4 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T70 JLK?
The MOT on T70 JLK expired on 4 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T70 JLK done?
T70 JLK was recorded at 160,140 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2025, an average of 7,168 miles a year.
Has T70 JLK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T70 JLK has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on T70 JLK 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 JLK find?
T70 JLK passed its latest MOT on 5 Aug 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn; offside rear axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn.

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