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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,390 cc

T7 WBYMOT history

T7 WBY is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 16 Jun 2026 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 193,798 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Jun 2026
Mileage
193,798 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
8,679 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T7 WBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
28 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T7 WBY was last recorded at 193,798 miles on 17 Jul 2026, 130,747 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jun 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Jun 2024: 60,276 miles, lower than 182,297 miles on 13 Jun 2023.

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
63,051 miles · 17 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
130,747 miles
Average per year
8,679 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 193,798 miles
  • 2025 – 63,051 miles
  • 2024 – 60,276 miles
  • 2023 – 182,297 miles
  • 2022 – 59,270 miles
  • 2021 – 51,563 miles
  • 2020 – 47,945 miles
  • 2019 – 47,722 miles
  • 2018 – 42,656 miles
  • 2017 – 41,544 miles
  • 2016 – 40,276 miles
  • 2015 – 38,787 miles
  • 2014 – 36,763 miles
  • 2013 – 35,036 miles
  • 2012 – 33,367 miles
  • 2011 – 31,722 miles
  • 2010 – 30,125 miles
  • 2009 – 28,404 miles
  • 2008 – 25,835 miles
  • 2007 – 23,645 miles
  • 2006 – 21,882 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail193,798 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements both (0.1 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear seats removed
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate insecure but not likely to fall off both (0.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryStickers on all mirrors

What MOT failures 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.

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear n/s/r tyre is close to 1.6mm legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front to rear brake pipe coating perished [n/s/r]

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

30 tests since 25 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail193,798 miles (+130,747)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,798 miles
    Test number
    493807610741
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements both (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear seats removed
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate insecure but not likely to fall off both (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryStickers on all mirrors
  2. Pass63,051 miles (+2,775)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    63,051 miles
    Test number
    868792565756
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides, front to rear and both rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  3. Pass60,276 miles (-122,021)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    60,276 miles
    Test number
    895725044192
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
  4. Pass182,297 miles (+123,027)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    182,297 miles
    Test number
    950014623246
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  5. Pass59,270 miles3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    59,270 miles
    Test number
    343297621337
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorPosition lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning both front leds flickering (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arms rear most bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml on
  6. Fail59,268 miles (+7,705)7 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,268 miles
    Test number
    700906261092
    • 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))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high and too far to the right. both front (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp allowing front fogs light to flash blue light (4.5.4 (b))
    • MajorRear reflector missing both rear lamps aftermarket ones fitted (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorPosition lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning both front leds flickering (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arms rear most bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml on
  7. Pass51,563 miles (+3,618)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    51,563 miles
    Test number
    392847066919
    • MinorDriver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPosition lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity both rear (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing all four corroded (5.3.2 (b))
  8. Pass47,945 miles (+223)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    47,945 miles
    Test number
    602591111439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail47,722 miles (+5,066)9 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,722 miles
    Test number
    351062810356
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction Light on (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases At rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Lens very cloudy (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Lens very cloudy (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass42,656 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    42,656 miles
    Test number
    428775925584
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear n/s/r tyre is close to 1.6mm legal limit
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipe coating perished [n/s/r]
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipe coating perished[o/s/r]
  11. Fail42,656 miles (+1,112)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,656 miles
    Test number
    811736055341
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorReversing lamp switch does not operate automatically when reverse gear is selected (4.6.3 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear n/s/r tyre is close to 1.6mm legal limit
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipe coating perished [n/s/r]
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipe coating perished[o/s/r]
  12. Pass41,544 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    41,544 miles
    Test number
    678653940262
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear n/s/r tyre showing minor wall cracks
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine has excessive oil leak
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre showing minor wall cracks
  13. Fail41,544 miles2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,544 miles
    Test number
    404183104124
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear n/s/r tyre showing minor wall cracks
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine has excessive oil leak
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre showing minor wall cracks
  14. Fail41,543 miles1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,543 miles
    Test number
    154205984518
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear n/s/r tyre wall has minor cracks
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear o/s/r tyre wall has minor cracks
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine has excessive oil leak
  15. Fail41,543 miles (+1,267)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,543 miles
    Test number
    768920257774
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear n/s/r tyre wall has minor cracks
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear o/s/r tyre wall has minor cracks
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine has excessive oil leak
  16. Pass40,276 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    40,276 miles
    Test number
    246456474781
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner and outer edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  17. Fail40,273 miles (+1,486)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,273 miles
    Test number
    558590124755
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases from cat (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner and outer edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  18. Pass38,787 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    38,787 miles
    Test number
    909741942461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail38,787 miles (+2,024)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,787 miles
    Test number
    693507393216
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  20. Pass36,763 miles (+1,727)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    36,763 miles
    Test number
    377376794447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass35,036 miles (+1,669)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    35,036 miles
    Test number
    417432303483
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
  22. Pass33,367 miles (+1,645)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    33,367 miles
    Test number
    778326292295
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • 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)
  23. Pass31,722 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    31,722 miles
    Test number
    125617201348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail31,717 miles (+1,592)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,717 miles
    Test number
    469665501394
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
  25. Pass30,125 miles (+1,721)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    30,125 miles
    Test number
    102899200306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass28,404 miles (+2,569)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    28,404 miles
    Test number
    464980119381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass25,835 miles (+2,190)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    25,835 miles
    Test number
    630840078215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass23,645 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    23,645 miles
    Test number
    183098167263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail23,645 miles (+1,763)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,645 miles
    Test number
    362268067284
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  30. Pass21,882 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    21,882 miles
    Test number
    303518766278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T7 WBY

Does T7 WBY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T7 WBY expired on 16 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T7 WBY?
The MOT on T7 WBY expired on 16 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T7 WBY done?
T7 WBY was recorded at 193,798 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2026, an average of 8,679 miles a year.
Has T7 WBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T7 WBY has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T7 WBY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Jun 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T7 WBY find?
T7 WBY failed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2026 with 3 major defects and 8 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength subframe mount; registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements both, and 8 more.

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