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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T718 JTRMOT history

T718 JTR is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 26 Aug 2025 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 36,769 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Aug 2025
Mileage
36,769 mi
At MOT on 22 Aug 2024
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,739 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T718 JTR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
22 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T718 JTR was last recorded at 36,769 miles on 22 Aug 2024, 6,724 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
30,045 miles · 22 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
6,724 miles
Average per year
2,739 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 36,769 miles
  • 2023 – 30,045 miles
  • 2022 – 23,929 miles
  • 2021 – 20,063 miles
  • 2019 – 19,494 miles
  • 2018 – 18,279 miles
  • 2017 – 16,722 miles
  • 2016 – 14,369 miles
  • 2015 – 12,447 miles
  • 2014 – 5,480 miles
  • 2013 – 4,485 miles
  • 2012 – 2,660 miles
  • 2011 – 644 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass36,769 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

17 tests since 2 Mar 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass36,769 miles (+6,724)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    36,769 miles
    Test number
    320433727605
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass30,045 miles (+6,116)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    30,045 miles
    Test number
    305822681700
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner 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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass23,929 miles (+3,866)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    23,929 miles
    Test number
    392019697659
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s front on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s and o/s front
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s front wishbones (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s and o/s rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  4. Pass20,063 miles (+569)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    20,063 miles
    Test number
    296745305210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass19,494 miles (+1,215)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    19,494 miles
    Test number
    579061745949
    • MinorHazard warning switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/60/14 82h (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass18,279 miles (+1,557)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    18,279 miles
    Test number
    198693690379
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass16,722 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    16,722 miles
    Test number
    442496750315
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  8. Fail16,716 miles (+2,347)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,716 miles
    Test number
    405307598416
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle to rear box pipe (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  9. Pass14,369 miles (+1,922)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    14,369 miles
    Test number
    563485577136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass12,447 miles (+889)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    12,447 miles
    Test number
    858156589795

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass11,558 miles (+6,078)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    11,558 miles
    Test number
    207652715463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass5,480 miles (+995)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    5,480 miles
    Test number
    309329614160
    • NoteAll 4 tyres cracking

  13. Pass4,485 miles (+1,825)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    4,485 miles
    Test number
    176959363155
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteAll 4 tyres cracking

  14. Pass2,660 miles (+2,016)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    2,660 miles
    Test number
    886386962149
    • NoteAll 4 tyres cracking (slight)

  15. Fail644 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    644 miles
    Test number
    307006961158
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  16. Pass644 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    644 miles
    Test number
    738226861188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,199 km
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    30,199 km
    Test number
    873131260096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T718 JTR

Does T718 JTR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T718 JTR expired on 26 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T718 JTR?
The MOT on T718 JTR expired on 26 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T718 JTR done?
T718 JTR was recorded at 36,769 miles at its MOT on 22 Aug 2024, an average of 2,739 miles a year.
Has T718 JTR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T718 JTR has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Sept 2017.
Has the mileage on T718 JTR 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 T718 JTR find?
T718 JTR passed its latest MOT on 22 Aug 2024 with 9 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces; nearside front lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 6 more.

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