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Volkswagen Polo

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T739 ARPMOT history

T739 ARP is a green petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 19 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 68,787 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jan 2027
Mileage
68,787 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,625 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T739 ARP
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
19 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T739 ARP was last recorded at 68,787 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 352 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,435 miles · 20 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
352 miles
Average per year
1,625 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 68,787 miles
  • 2025 – 68,435 miles
  • 2024 – 68,424 miles
  • 2023 – 68,073 miles
  • 2022 – 67,589 miles
  • 2021 – 66,789 miles
  • 2020 – 66,090 miles
  • 2019 – 65,075 miles
  • 2018 – 63,912 miles
  • 2017 – 62,532 miles
  • 2016 – 61,001 miles
  • 2015 – 58,923 miles
  • 2014 – 57,025 miles
  • 2013 – 54,918 miles
  • 2012 – 53,102 miles
  • 2011 – 50,834 miles
  • 2010 – 48,889 miles
  • 2009 – 47,268 miles
  • 2008 – 45,167 miles
  • 2007 – 42,189 miles
  • 2006 – 39,365 miles
  • 2005 – 35,718 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,787 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018

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 Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Inner brake disc face starting to corrode

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Fuel cap is of a temporary nature but fits and seals adequately

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Minor surface corrosion to sills and wheel arch area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 9 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,787 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    68,787 miles
    Test number
    355720038641
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail68,787 miles (+352)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,787 miles
    Test number
    888262412711
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass68,435 miles (+11)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    68,435 miles
    Test number
    913170666599
    • AdvisoryBrake pressure build up slow Spongy Brake Pedal (1.1.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust Clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  4. Fail68,424 miles (+351)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,424 miles
    Test number
    299168785429
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced rear sill to inner sill floor area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside sill corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bushes worn and de-bonding (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil damp (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass68,073 miles (+484)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    68,073 miles
    Test number
    593231891609
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust clamp/exhaust silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill corroded/floor corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass67,589 miles (+800)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    67,589 miles
    Test number
    845476680118
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass66,789 miles (+699)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    66,789 miles
    Test number
    218576039902
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass66,090 miles (+1,015)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    66,090 miles
    Test number
    551312981368
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTemporary fuel cap fitted but secures fully / seals as required

  9. Pass65,075 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    65,075 miles
    Test number
    189773796591
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement starting to deteriorate / debond (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail65,075 miles (+1,163)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,075 miles
    Test number
    365031259381
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached bush is debonding from arm (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement starting to deteriorate / debond (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass63,912 miles (+21)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    63,912 miles
    Test number
    144413592597
    • AdvisoryFront Inner brake disc face starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap is of a temporary nature but fits and seals adequately
    • AdvisoryMinor surface corrosion to sills and wheel arch area

  12. Fail63,891 miles (+1,359)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,891 miles
    Test number
    936931902741
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust box corroded / holed (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner brake disc face starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap is of a temporary nature but fits and seals adequately
    • AdvisoryMinor surface corrosion to sills and wheel arch area

  13. Pass62,532 miles (+1,531)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    62,532 miles
    Test number
    151896390693
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both suspension arms have deteriorating bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine and gearbox areas
    • AdvisoryEvidence of slight corrosion to sills

  14. Pass61,001 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    61,001 miles
    Test number
    201274294553
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Fail61,001 miles (+2,078)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,001 miles
    Test number
    559251364718
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass58,923 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    58,923 miles
    Test number
    477912361024
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both wishbone bushes deteriorating slightly but no excess play at this time (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTemporary fuel cap fitted but sealing well

  17. Fail58,923 miles (+1,898)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,923 miles
    Test number
    572164573136
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both wishbone bushes deteriorating slightly but no excess play at this time (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTemporary fuel cap fitted but sealing well

  18. Pass57,025 miles (+2,107)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    57,025 miles
    Test number
    598714174286
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • NoteSlightly uneven handbrake application

  19. Pass54,918 miles (+1,816)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    54,918 miles
    Test number
    548253473287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass53,102 miles (+2,268)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    53,102 miles
    Test number
    109245272266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass50,834 miles (+1,945)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    50,834 miles
    Test number
    466556061230
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre cracked

  22. Pass48,889 miles (+1,621)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    48,889 miles
    Test number
    863116260209
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront discs worn

  23. Pass47,268 miles (+2,101)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    47,268 miles
    Test number
    391922559274
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Pass45,167 miles (+2,978)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    45,167 miles
    Test number
    953272658281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass42,189 miles (+2,824)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    42,189 miles
    Test number
    460283157284
    • NoteO/s/f tyre cracked

  26. Pass39,365 miles (+3,647)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    39,365 miles
    Test number
    491194956202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass35,718 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    35,718 miles
    Test number
    220912155238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T739 ARP

Does T739 ARP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T739 ARP is valid until 19 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T739 ARP?
The MOT on T739 ARP is valid until 19 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T739 ARP done?
T739 ARP was recorded at 68,787 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 1,625 miles a year.
Has T739 ARP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T739 ARP has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T739 ARP 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 T739 ARP find?
T739 ARP passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp; oil leak, but not excessive.

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