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Volkswagen Polo

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 999 cc

T740 SUPMOT history

T740 SUP is a green petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 Sept 2026 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 38,784 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Sept 2026
Mileage
38,784 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2025
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,150 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T740 SUP
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T740 SUP was last recorded at 38,784 miles on 23 Sept 2025, 1,683 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
37,101 miles · 23 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
1,683 miles
Average per year
1,150 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 38,784 miles
  • 2024 – 37,101 miles
  • 2023 – 32,951 miles
  • 2018 – 32,389 miles
  • 2017 – 31,486 miles
  • 2016 – 30,632 miles
  • 2015 – 30,044 miles
  • 2014 – 29,009 miles
  • 2013 – 27,682 miles
  • 2012 – 24,728 miles
  • 2011 – 22,194 miles
  • 2010 – 21,005 miles
  • 2009 – 19,698 miles
  • 2008 – 18,671 miles
  • 2007 – 17,416 miles
  • 2006 – 16,695 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass38,784 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 2xsides (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and parts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 12 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass38,784 miles (+1,683)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    38,784 miles
    Test number
    712247812604
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 2xsides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and parts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass37,101 miles (+298)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    37,101 miles
    Test number
    907810389667

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail36,803 miles (+3,852)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,803 miles
    Test number
    823751906993
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Pass32,951 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    32,951 miles
    Test number
    967332264725
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail32,951 miles (+562)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,951 miles
    Test number
    363023592847
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill edge (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass32,389 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    32,389 miles
    Test number
    306420931972
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail32,388 miles (+902)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,388 miles
    Test number
    782099056679
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass31,486 miles (+854)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    31,486 miles
    Test number
    579728837978

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass30,632 miles (+588)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    30,632 miles
    Test number
    634939597300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass30,044 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    30,044 miles
    Test number
    667532605275
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Fail30,044 miles (+1,035)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,044 miles
    Test number
    898712205208
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass29,009 miles (+1,327)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    29,009 miles
    Test number
    988263004237
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass27,682 miles (+2,954)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    27,682 miles
    Test number
    367575403228
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  14. Pass24,728 miles (+2,534)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    24,728 miles
    Test number
    977389092114
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  15. Pass22,194 miles (+1,189)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    22,194 miles
    Test number
    689957801269
    • NoteBrake pipes showing signs of corrosion

  16. Pass21,005 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    21,005 miles
    Test number
    394511700440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail21,005 miles (+1,307)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,005 miles
    Test number
    752701100223
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass19,698 miles (+1,027)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    19,698 miles
    Test number
    332163009465
    • NoteFront brake discs showing signs of corrosion
    • NoteRear tyres slightly perished

  19. Pass18,671 miles (+25)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    18,671 miles
    Test number
    462296808290
    • NoteFront discs slightly corroded

  20. Fail18,646 miles (+1,230)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,646 miles
    Test number
    664773398142
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • NoteFront discs slightly corroded

  21. Pass17,416 miles (+721)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    17,416 miles
    Test number
    614711797186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass16,695 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    16,695 miles
    Test number
    624423996144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T740 SUP

Does T740 SUP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T740 SUP expired on 22 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T740 SUP?
The MOT on T740 SUP expired on 22 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T740 SUP done?
T740 SUP was recorded at 38,784 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2025, an average of 1,150 miles a year.
Has T740 SUP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T740 SUP has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on T740 SUP 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 T740 SUP find?
T740 SUP passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2025 with 2 advisories: rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 2xsides; suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and parts.

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