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Volkswagen Polo

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 999 cc

T72 LBVMOT history

T72 LBV is a green petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 4 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 35 MOT tests, with 82,770 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 May 2027
Mileage
82,770 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2026
MOT tests
35
21 passed · 14 failed
Per year
1,747 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T72 LBV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 May 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T72 LBV was last recorded at 82,770 miles on 23 Apr 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Apr 2026: 82,770 miles, lower than 82,771 miles on 22 Apr 2026.

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
82,771 miles · 22 Apr 2026
Average per year
1,747 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,770 miles
  • 2025 – 81,382 miles
  • 2024 – 80,606 miles
  • 2023 – 79,349 miles
  • 2022 – 79,022 miles
  • 2021 – 78,107 miles
  • 2020 – 77,114 miles
  • 2019 – 76,594 miles
  • 2018 – 76,089 miles
  • 2017 – 74,903 miles
  • 2016 – 73,118 miles
  • 2015 – 71,355 miles
  • 2014 – 68,202 miles
  • 2013 – 66,145 miles
  • 2012 – 63,684 miles
  • 2011 – 62,262 miles
  • 2010 – 59,204 miles
  • 2009 – 56,303 miles
  • 2008 – 55,507 miles
  • 2007 – 52,136 miles
  • 2006 – 47,580 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,770 miles
  • AdvisoryBoot floor corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

35 tests since 3 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,770 miles (-1)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2027
    Odometer
    82,770 miles
    Test number
    856568065607
    • AdvisoryBoot floor corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail82,771 miles (+1,389)6 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,771 miles
    Test number
    989252147340
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoot floor corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass81,382 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2026
    Odometer
    81,382 miles
    Test number
    650780565989
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear boot floor corroded

  4. Fail81,382 miles (+776)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,382 miles
    Test number
    790632136872
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear boot floor corroded

  5. Pass80,606 miles (+1,257)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2025
    Odometer
    80,606 miles
    Test number
    786212412380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass79,349 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2024
    Odometer
    79,349 miles
    Test number
    200407431315
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear boot floor corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to and from compensator valve (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Fail79,349 miles (+327)5 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,349 miles
    Test number
    535505225134
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear boot floor corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to and from compensator valve (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass79,022 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2023
    Odometer
    79,022 miles
    Test number
    645411638499
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail79,022 miles (+915)2 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,022 miles
    Test number
    403645983884
    • DangerousOffside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass78,107 miles (+993)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2022
    Odometer
    78,107 miles
    Test number
    457452178827
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass77,114 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2021
    Odometer
    77,114 miles
    Test number
    484087843329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail77,114 miles (+520)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,114 miles
    Test number
    121541359344
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass76,594 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    76,594 miles
    Test number
    490837405392
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  14. Fail76,594 miles (+505)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,594 miles
    Test number
    353594892664
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  15. Pass76,089 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    76,089 miles
    Test number
    343585469931
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail76,089 miles (+1,186)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,089 miles
    Test number
    678016137816
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass74,903 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    74,903 miles
    Test number
    260180908998

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail74,903 miles (+1,785)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,903 miles
    Test number
    770190494120
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

  19. Pass73,118 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    73,118 miles
    Test number
    391535472582

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail73,118 miles (+1,763)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,118 miles
    Test number
    952256160949
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

  21. Pass71,355 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    71,355 miles
    Test number
    945353495012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail71,355 miles (+3,153)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,355 miles
    Test number
    156653995016
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

  23. Pass68,202 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    68,202 miles
    Test number
    419074794005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail68,202 miles (+2,057)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,202 miles
    Test number
    818844694015
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass66,145 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    66,145 miles
    Test number
    125574693042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail66,144 miles (+2,460)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,144 miles
    Test number
    337553593005
    • FailureOffside Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever insecure (3.1.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  27. Pass63,684 miles (+1,422)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    63,684 miles
    Test number
    586465292070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass62,262 miles (+3,058)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    62,262 miles
    Test number
    355595991038
    • NoteKnock from steering rack (further investigation required)
    • NoteWipers could be improved

  29. Pass59,204 miles (+2,901)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    59,204 miles
    Test number
    741309940094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass56,303 miles (+796)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    56,303 miles
    Test number
    434420579055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail55,507 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,507 miles
    Test number
    841456568096
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  32. Pass55,507 miles (+3,371)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    55,507 miles
    Test number
    942406568057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail52,136 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,136 miles
    Test number
    133326067447
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  34. Pass52,136 miles (+4,556)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    52,136 miles
    Test number
    452236167051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Pass47,580 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    47,580 miles
    Test number
    324972266047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T72 LBV

Does T72 LBV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T72 LBV is valid until 4 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T72 LBV?
The MOT on T72 LBV is valid until 4 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T72 LBV done?
T72 LBV was recorded at 82,770 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2026, an average of 1,747 miles a year.
Has T72 LBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T72 LBV has failed 14 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T72 LBV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Apr 2026. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T72 LBV find?
T72 LBV passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2026 with 8 advisories: boot floor corroded; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 5 more.

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