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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 999 cc

T878 BVVMOT history

T878 BVV is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 10 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 36,718 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jul 2027
Mileage
36,718 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,009 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T878 BVV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T878 BVV was last recorded at 36,718 miles on 14 Jul 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
36,716 miles · 10 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
1,009 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 36,718 miles
  • 2025 – 36,716 miles
  • 2024 – 36,713 miles
  • 2023 – 36,710 miles
  • 2022 – 36,625 miles
  • 2021 – 36,540 miles
  • 2020 – 36,333 miles
  • 2019 – 35,494 miles
  • 2018 – 34,492 miles
  • 2017 – 33,524 miles
  • 2016 – 32,341 miles
  • 2015 – 30,976 miles
  • 2014 – 29,053 miles
  • 2013 – 27,200 miles
  • 2012 – 25,383 miles
  • 2011 – 23,707 miles
  • 2010 – 21,620 miles
  • 2009 – 20,238 miles
  • 2008 – 19,168 miles
  • 2007 – 17,702 miles
  • 2006 – 16,537 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass36,718 miles
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryRear axel corroded

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 Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Lower valence corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear wheel arch corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass36,718 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    36,718 miles
    Test number
    844051085690
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear axel corroded

  2. Pass36,716 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    36,716 miles
    Test number
    317210253282
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower valence corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch corroded

  3. Fail36,716 miles (+3)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,716 miles
    Test number
    663030358851
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower valence corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch corroded

  4. Pass36,713 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    36,713 miles
    Test number
    453090095368
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower valence corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch corroded

  5. Pass36,710 miles (+85)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    36,710 miles
    Test number
    819460711726
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass36,625 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    36,625 miles
    Test number
    104637504002
    • AdvisoryRear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail36,625 miles (+85)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,625 miles
    Test number
    794345452117
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass36,540 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    36,540 miles
    Test number
    430477060555
    • AdvisoryRear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail36,540 miles (+207)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,540 miles
    Test number
    856826897588
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to rear exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak lambda (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass36,333 miles (+839)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    36,333 miles
    Test number
    763136693969

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass35,494 miles (+1,002)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    35,494 miles
    Test number
    125646873934
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases connector (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass34,492 miles (+968)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    34,492 miles
    Test number
    243733666725

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass33,524 miles (+1,183)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    33,524 miles
    Test number
    819913628081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass32,341 miles (+1,365)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    32,341 miles
    Test number
    172241888630

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass30,976 miles (+1,923)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    30,976 miles
    Test number
    819358685171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass29,053 miles (+1,853)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    29,053 miles
    Test number
    355353604271
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  17. Pass27,200 miles (+1,817)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    27,200 miles
    Test number
    807069693170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass25,383 miles (+1,676)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    25,383 miles
    Test number
    966461602286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass23,707 miles (+2,087)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    23,707 miles
    Test number
    397603101464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass21,620 miles (+1,382)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    21,620 miles
    Test number
    304350600223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass20,238 miles (+1,070)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    20,238 miles
    Test number
    270721009220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass19,168 miles (+1,466)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    19,168 miles
    Test number
    663630118219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass17,702 miles (+1,165)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    17,702 miles
    Test number
    223321497427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass16,537 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    16,537 miles
    Test number
    324302796161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T878 BVV

Does T878 BVV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T878 BVV is valid until 22 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T878 BVV?
The MOT on T878 BVV is valid until 22 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T878 BVV done?
T878 BVV was recorded at 36,718 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2026, an average of 1,009 miles a year.
Has T878 BVV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T878 BVV has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on T878 BVV 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 T878 BVV find?
T878 BVV passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; offside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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