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Volkswagen Polo

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T853 WYJMOT history

T853 WYJ is a green petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 12 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 52,380 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jul 2027
Mileage
52,380 mi
At MOT on 6 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,520 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T853 WYJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T853 WYJ was last recorded at 52,380 miles on 6 Jul 2026, 8,343 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
44,037 miles · 1 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
8,343 miles
Average per year
1,520 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 52,380 miles
  • 2025 – 44,037 miles
  • 2024 – 43,426 miles
  • 2023 – 42,818 miles
  • 2022 – 41,477 miles
  • 2021 – 40,250 miles
  • 2020 – 38,905 miles
  • 2019 – 38,018 miles
  • 2018 – 36,460 miles
  • 2017 – 34,393 miles
  • 2016 – 31,812 miles
  • 2012 – 31,533 miles
  • 2011 – 29,860 miles
  • 2010 – 28,205 miles
  • 2009 – 26,673 miles
  • 2008 – 24,789 miles
  • 2007 – 23,270 miles
  • 2006 – 21,666 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass52,380 miles
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear axle
  • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2012

Full MOT history

22 tests since 20 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass52,380 miles (+8,343)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    52,380 miles
    Test number
    459555885941
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear axle
    • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed

  2. Pass44,037 miles (+611)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    44,037 miles
    Test number
    819719948611
    • AdvisoryCar has been undersealed
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear axle/subframe

  3. Pass43,426 miles (+608)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    43,426 miles
    Test number
    131123814165
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass42,818 miles (+1,341)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    42,818 miles
    Test number
    863060793309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass41,477 miles (+1,227)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    41,477 miles
    Test number
    366632996079
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryMinor exhaust leak

  6. Pass40,250 miles (+1,345)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    40,250 miles
    Test number
    287628955176
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under vehicle

  7. Pass38,905 miles (+887)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    38,905 miles
    Test number
    255378550299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass38,018 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    38,018 miles
    Test number
    909160365830
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  9. Fail38,012 miles (+1,552)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,012 miles
    Test number
    991850238638
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  10. Pass36,460 miles (+2,067)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    36,460 miles
    Test number
    312714218690

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass34,393 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    34,393 miles
    Test number
    943787212098
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre to rear join (7.1.2)

  12. Fail34,393 miles (+2,581)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,393 miles
    Test number
    342986990264
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre to rear join (7.1.2)

  13. Pass31,812 miles (+279)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    31,812 miles
    Test number
    498093061802

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass31,533 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    31,533 miles
    Test number
    999040412172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail31,533 miles (+1,673)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,533 miles
    Test number
    515369302185
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUneven Front Tyre Wear - Possibly Tracking

  16. Pass29,860 miles (+1,655)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    29,860 miles
    Test number
    347057991090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass28,205 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    28,205 miles
    Test number
    481859890051
    • NoteBaffles Loose In Rear Exhaust Box

  18. Fail28,205 miles (+1,532)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,205 miles
    Test number
    740169390061
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBaffles Loose In Rear Exhaust Box

  19. Pass26,673 miles (+1,884)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    26,673 miles
    Test number
    461742119135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass24,789 miles (+1,519)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    24,789 miles
    Test number
    732612818130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass23,270 miles (+1,604)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    23,270 miles
    Test number
    760989607154
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePerish cracks in nsf\osr\nsr tyres no cords found at time of test

  22. Pass21,666 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    21,666 miles
    Test number
    141420716196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T853 WYJ

Does T853 WYJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T853 WYJ is valid until 9 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T853 WYJ?
The MOT on T853 WYJ is valid until 9 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T853 WYJ done?
T853 WYJ was recorded at 52,380 miles at its MOT on 6 Jul 2026, an average of 1,520 miles a year.
Has T853 WYJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T853 WYJ has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jul 2019.
Has the mileage on T853 WYJ 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 T853 WYJ find?
T853 WYJ passed its latest MOT on 6 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: corrosion to rear axle; vehicle undersealed.

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