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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T825 SDUMOT history

T825 SDU is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 13 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 4 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 95,956 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Nov 2026
Mileage
95,956 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,133 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T825 SDU
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
13 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T825 SDU was last recorded at 95,956 miles on 5 Nov 2025, 1,134 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,822 miles · 18 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
1,134 miles
Average per year
2,133 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 95,956 miles
  • 2024 – 94,822 miles
  • 2023 – 88,512 miles
  • 2022 – 85,986 miles
  • 2021 – 84,484 miles
  • 2020 – 80,835 miles
  • 2019 – 79,603 miles
  • 2018 – 77,881 miles
  • 2017 – 76,940 miles
  • 2016 – 76,523 miles
  • 2015 – 74,072 miles
  • 2014 – 68,823 miles
  • 2013 – 68,456 miles
  • 2012 – 67,771 miles
  • 2011 – 67,330 miles
  • 2010 – 65,989 miles
  • 2009 – 65,372 miles
  • 2008 – 63,438 miles
  • 2007 – 60,220 miles
  • 2006 – 55,114 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,956 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both fronts (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both fronts (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both fronts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle
  • AdvisoryExhaust and clamps corroded
  • AdvisorySteering wheel foam slightly loose
  • AdvisoryWhine from engine area

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

29 tests since 11 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,956 miles1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    95,956 miles
    Test number
    229051687099
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both fronts (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both fronts (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both fronts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryExhaust and clamps corroded
    • AdvisorySteering wheel foam slightly loose
    • AdvisoryWhine from engine area

  2. Fail95,956 miles (+1,134)1 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,956 miles
    Test number
    388451538867
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both fronts (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both fronts (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both fronts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryExhaust and clamps corroded
    • AdvisorySteering wheel foam slightly loose
    • AdvisoryWhine from engine area

  3. Pass94,822 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    94,822 miles
    Test number
    979393302030
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch near top strut mount badly corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine & gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail94,821 miles (+6,309)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,821 miles
    Test number
    539698374628
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch near top strut mount badly corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine & gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass88,512 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    88,512 miles
    Test number
    613270674703
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm with bold inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm with bold inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail88,512 miles (+2,526)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,512 miles
    Test number
    677752561059
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases center joint leaking (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm with bold inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm with bold inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass85,986 miles (+1,502)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    85,986 miles
    Test number
    244378560227
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass84,484 miles (+3,649)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    84,484 miles
    Test number
    206449148602
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroding. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake just meets MOT requirements.

  9. Pass80,835 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    80,835 miles
    Test number
    243434555821
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lamp damaged/repaired

  10. Fail80,835 miles (+1,232)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,835 miles
    Test number
    414651198164
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Delaminated/Deteriorated (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lamp damaged/repaired

  11. Pass79,603 miles (+1,722)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    79,603 miles
    Test number
    584154288203
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lamp lense slight damage/repaird
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass77,881 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    77,881 miles
    Test number
    916156280345
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Fail77,881 miles (+941)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,881 miles
    Test number
    416206000085
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) showing white light to the rear (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  14. Pass76,940 miles (+417)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    76,940 miles
    Test number
    140868695504
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear stop lamp small hole and tape on lense
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass76,523 miles (+2,451)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    76,523 miles
    Test number
    948277878237
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear stop lamp lens has tape on small hole
    • AdvisoryNearside windscreen has sticker/holder in edge of wipe zone
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass74,072 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    74,072 miles
    Test number
    775575662044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail74,072 miles (+5,249)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,072 miles
    Test number
    327627673601
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  18. Pass68,823 miles (+367)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    68,823 miles
    Test number
    179673554227
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust corroded.
    • NoteFront tyres uneven wear.
    • NoteSuspect coolant leak.

  19. Pass68,456 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    68,456 miles
    Test number
    419212053269
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust corroded.
    • NoteFront tyres uneven wear.
    • NoteWater pump leaking.

  20. Fail68,456 miles (+685)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,456 miles
    Test number
    638642153204
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust corroded.
    • NoteFront tyres uneven wear.
    • NoteWater pump leaking.

  21. Pass67,771 miles (+441)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    67,771 miles
    Test number
    357410632227
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront tyres uneven wear.

  22. Pass67,330 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    67,330 miles
    Test number
    759875041231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail67,330 miles (+1,341)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,330 miles
    Test number
    575425741222
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

  24. Pass65,989 miles (+617)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    65,989 miles
    Test number
    193284840256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass65,372 miles (+1,934)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    65,372 miles
    Test number
    271247939217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass63,438 miles (+3,218)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    63,438 miles
    Test number
    990222948267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass60,220 miles (+5,106)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    60,220 miles
    Test number
    553190957219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail55,114 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,114 miles
    Test number
    114184956223
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

  29. Pass55,114 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    55,114 miles
    Test number
    881034656243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T825 SDU

Does T825 SDU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T825 SDU is valid until 4 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T825 SDU?
The MOT on T825 SDU is valid until 4 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T825 SDU done?
T825 SDU was recorded at 95,956 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2025, an average of 2,133 miles a year.
Has T825 SDU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T825 SDU has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T825 SDU 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 T825 SDU find?
T825 SDU passed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 12 advisories: track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both fronts; brake pedal wearing smooth; coil spring corroded both fronts, and 10 more.

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