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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T787 PYDMOT history

T787 PYD is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 10 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 Aug 2026 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 57,050 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Aug 2026
Mileage
57,050 mi
At MOT on 29 Aug 2025
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,726 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T787 PYD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T787 PYD was last recorded at 57,050 miles on 29 Aug 2025, 1,813 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 May 2012: 3,587 miles, lower than 41,396 miles on 9 May 2011.

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
55,237 miles · 27 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
1,813 miles
Average per year
1,726 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 57,050 miles
  • 2024 – 55,237 miles
  • 2023 – 53,276 miles
  • 2022 – 51,450 miles
  • 2021 – 49,658 miles
  • 2020 – 48,975 miles
  • 2019 – 48,791 miles
  • 2018 – 44,234 miles
  • 2017 – 40,631 miles
  • 2016 – 35,722 miles
  • 2015 – 28,270 miles
  • 2014 – 18,679 miles
  • 2013 – 9,604 miles
  • 2012 – 3,587 miles
  • 2011 – 41,396 miles
  • 2010 – 36,859 miles
  • 2009 – 33,534 miles
  • 2008 – 30,402 miles
  • 2007 – 27,291 miles
  • 2006 – 23,737 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,050 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration And only just past (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lightsRecorded at 2 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.

  • Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Central Rear Boot lid slightly loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded most (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass57,050 miles (+1,813)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    57,050 miles
    Test number
    788532743924
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration And only just past (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  2. Pass55,237 miles (+1,961)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    55,237 miles
    Test number
    607192076967
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass53,276 miles (+1,826)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    53,276 miles
    Test number
    518129255598
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear at the back (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass51,450 miles (+121)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    51,450 miles
    Test number
    681580461405
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Boot lid slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail51,329 miles (+1,671)11 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,329 miles
    Test number
    792712369981
    • MajorNearside Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill To Floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Brake cable guide defective and affecting operation Outer cable bunching up (1.1.15 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded Goes into limiter valve (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill / Mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill To Floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill / Mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis upper inner wheel aperture (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Boot lid slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass49,658 miles (+683)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    49,658 miles
    Test number
    338454876594
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Park brake only just pass
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Other passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed boot (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass48,975 miles (+184)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    48,975 miles
    Test number
    360356449606
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed Boot (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass48,791 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    48,791 miles
    Test number
    567122209060
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tail gate lock jams some times

  9. Fail46,791 miles (+2,557)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,791 miles
    Test number
    581532353012
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass44,234 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    44,234 miles
    Test number
    920892765259
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  11. Fail44,234 miles (+3,603)1 dangerous3 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,234 miles
    Test number
    593856443261
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working 1 Bulb fitted and Free switch (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working Bulb fitted X 2 (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  12. Pass40,631 miles (+126)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    40,631 miles
    Test number
    942413664203
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded most (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis both sides (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play both (2.6.2)

  13. Fail40,505 miles (+4,783)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,505 miles
    Test number
    510618732979
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded most (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis both sides (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play both (2.6.2)

  14. Pass35,722 miles (+35)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    35,722 miles
    Test number
    597895118326
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail35,687 miles (+7,417)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,687 miles
    Test number
    531418939876
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass28,270 miles (+9,591)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    28,270 miles
    Test number
    759424936692

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass18,679 miles (+188)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    18,679 miles
    Test number
    778339364233
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail18,491 miles (+8,887)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,491 miles
    Test number
    998922764259
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass9,604 miles (+6,017)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2014
    Odometer
    9,604 miles
    Test number
    288709923491
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear exhaust section corroded

  20. Pass3,587 miles (-37,809)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2013
    Odometer
    3,587 miles
    Test number
    287140532107
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Pass41,396 miles (+4,537)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2012
    Odometer
    41,396 miles
    Test number
    449249221144
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  22. Pass36,859 miles (+3,325)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2011
    Odometer
    36,859 miles
    Test number
    913529410165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass33,534 miles (+3,132)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2010
    Odometer
    33,534 miles
    Test number
    320823819107
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished
    • NoteRear number plate slightly deteriorated
    • NoteSlight play in nearside rear wheel bearing
    • NoteSpare tyre soft

  24. Pass30,402 miles (+3,111)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2009
    Odometer
    30,402 miles
    Test number
    830093228168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass27,291 miles (+3,554)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2008
    Odometer
    27,291 miles
    Test number
    431251337157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass23,737 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2007
    Odometer
    23,737 miles
    Test number
    381622436180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail23,734 miles3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,734 miles
    Test number
    632392436158
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • NoteRear No plate deteriorating

Questions about T787 PYD

Does T787 PYD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T787 PYD expired on 28 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T787 PYD?
The MOT on T787 PYD expired on 28 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T787 PYD done?
T787 PYD was recorded at 57,050 miles at its MOT on 29 Aug 2025, an average of 1,726 miles a year.
Has T787 PYD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T787 PYD has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on T787 PYD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 May 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T787 PYD find?
T787 PYD passed its latest MOT on 29 Aug 2025 with 6 advisories: exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration and only just past; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; nearside rear shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect, and 3 more.

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