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Volkswagen Polo

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 1,900 cc

T849 PNCMOT history

T849 PNC is a green diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 8 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 18 Oct 2025 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 141,572 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Oct 2025
Mileage
141,572 mi
At MOT on 18 Oct 2024
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,883 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T849 PNC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
18 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T849 PNC was last recorded at 141,572 miles on 18 Oct 2024, 4,520 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,052 miles · 19 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
4,520 miles
Average per year
4,883 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 141,572 miles
  • 2023 – 137,052 miles
  • 2022 – 132,134 miles
  • 2021 – 127,264 miles
  • 2020 – 122,686 miles
  • 2019 – 117,766 miles
  • 2018 – 112,518 miles
  • 2017 – 107,764 miles
  • 2016 – 103,039 miles
  • 2015 – 99,842 miles
  • 2014 – 96,403 miles
  • 2013 – 90,605 miles
  • 2012 – 85,867 miles
  • 2011 – 74,881 miles
  • 2010 – 66,695 miles
  • 2009 – 60,115 miles
  • 2008 – 56,144 miles
  • 2007 – 53,134 miles
  • 2006 – 50,676 miles
  • 2005 – 48,164 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,572 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material centre and offside (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides rear floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear wheel arch heavy corrosion outside prescribed area and no sharp edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides rear floor corroded heavily

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear wheel arch corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

32 tests since 1 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,572 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    141,572 miles
    Test number
    381176205139
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material centre and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides rear floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail141,572 miles (+4,520)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,572 miles
    Test number
    168913103349
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material centre and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides rear floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass137,052 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    137,052 miles
    Test number
    691034666443
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to offside rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front outer sill corroded (outside prescribed testable area)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill to quarter panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides rear floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail137,051 miles (+4,917)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,051 miles
    Test number
    850771728070
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to offside rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front outer sill corroded (outside prescribed testable area)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill to quarter panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides rear floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass132,134 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    132,134 miles
    Test number
    264386796210
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch heavy corrosion outside prescribed area and no sharp edges
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides rear floor corroded heavily (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail132,134 miles (+4,870)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,134 miles
    Test number
    589850680083
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Fuel pipe leaking engine bay (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch heavy corrosion outside prescribed area and no sharp edges
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides rear floor corroded heavily (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass127,264 miles (+95)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    127,264 miles
    Test number
    870941607598
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch corroded

  8. Fail127,169 miles (+4,483)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,169 miles
    Test number
    843660270411
    • MajorCentral Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively rubber split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch corroded

  9. Pass122,686 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    122,686 miles
    Test number
    547840717746
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective mounting bracket weld broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch slight corrosion.

  10. Fail122,686 miles (+4,920)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,686 miles
    Test number
    934953985252
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective mounting bracket weld broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch slight corrosion.

  11. Pass117,766 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    117,766 miles
    Test number
    166086152193
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust mounting defective flexi hanger (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges on both sides worn right down (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump noisy when on full lock
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Fail117,765 miles (+5,247)2 dangerous8 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,765 miles
    Test number
    496470811910
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake drum contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust mounting defective flexi hanger (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges on both sides worn right down (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump noisy when on full lock
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass112,518 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    112,518 miles
    Test number
    496937931599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail112,518 miles (+4,754)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,518 miles
    Test number
    300674768285
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  15. Pass107,764 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    107,764 miles
    Test number
    398502724129
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak

  16. Fail107,764 miles (+4,725)5 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,764 miles
    Test number
    110703915159
    • Repaired at testCentral Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear tailgate cover damaged around catch (1.1.C.1f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak

  17. Pass103,039 miles (+3,197)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    103,039 miles
    Test number
    486577240849
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass99,842 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    99,842 miles
    Test number
    766464262658
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Fail99,842 miles (+3,439)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,842 miles
    Test number
    921633939850
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass96,403 miles (+5,798)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    96,403 miles
    Test number
    867191564294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass90,605 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    90,605 miles
    Test number
    926139663249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail90,605 miles (+4,738)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,605 miles
    Test number
    815538063227
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  23. Pass85,867 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    85,867 miles
    Test number
    477461052233
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  24. Fail85,867 miles (+10,986)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,867 miles
    Test number
    295371652244
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  25. Pass74,881 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    74,881 miles
    Test number
    896949141265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail74,881 miles (+8,186)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,881 miles
    Test number
    398798841232
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass66,695 miles (+6,580)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    66,695 miles
    Test number
    773619940219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass60,115 miles (+3,971)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    60,115 miles
    Test number
    584371759229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass56,144 miles (+3,010)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    56,144 miles
    Test number
    393920748229
    • NoteFront under tray cover is fitted

  30. Pass53,134 miles (+2,458)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    53,134 miles
    Test number
    841163147207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass50,676 miles (+2,512)1 dangerous2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    50,676 miles
    Test number
    462653546292
    • DangerousOffside front tyre is cracked and split on the inner sidewall
    • NoteFront undertray fitted
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  32. Pass48,164 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    48,164 miles
    Test number
    860684745204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T849 PNC

Does T849 PNC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T849 PNC expired on 18 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T849 PNC?
The MOT on T849 PNC expired on 18 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T849 PNC done?
T849 PNC was recorded at 141,572 miles at its MOT on 18 Oct 2024, an average of 4,883 miles a year.
Has T849 PNC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T849 PNC has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on T849 PNC 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 T849 PNC find?
T849 PNC passed its latest MOT on 18 Oct 2024 with 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material centre and offside; seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides rear floor.

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