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Volkswagen Polo

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,199 cc

T8 RUTMOT history

T8 RUT is a white diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 10 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 72,038 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jan 2027
Mileage
72,038 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2026
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,774 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T8 RUT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
10 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T8 RUT was last recorded at 72,038 miles on 8 Jan 2026, 6,194 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
65,844 miles · 13 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
6,194 miles
Average per year
5,774 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,038 miles
  • 2025 – 65,844 miles
  • 2024 – 59,909 miles
  • 2023 – 52,953 miles
  • 2022 – 44,672 miles
  • 2021 – 37,082 miles
  • 2020 – 30,893 miles
  • 2019 – 23,944 miles
  • 2017 – 19,547 miles
  • 2016 – 14,933 miles
  • 2015 – 11,416 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,038 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both (5.3.2 (b))

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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

17 tests since 10 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,038 miles (+6,194)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    72,038 miles
    Test number
    545241916843
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass65,844 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    65,844 miles
    Test number
    561914812494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail65,844 miles (+5,935)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,844 miles
    Test number
    530106146297
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside DAYTIME LIGHT NOT WORKING

  4. Pass59,909 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    59,909 miles
    Test number
    630576719587

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail59,909 miles (+6,956)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,909 miles
    Test number
    963413327161
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed ON INNER EDGE 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords ON INNER EDGE ALSO ALMOST WORN TO CASING (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  6. Pass52,953 miles (+8,281)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    52,953 miles
    Test number
    725999786235
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front wearing on the inside edge 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass44,672 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    44,672 miles
    Test number
    995024603554
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  8. Fail44,672 miles (+7,590)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,672 miles
    Test number
    691113197969
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords ON INNER TREAD 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONT BALD AND WORN ALMOST TO CASING ON INNER EDGES 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass37,082 miles (+6,189)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    37,082 miles
    Test number
    591399310134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass30,893 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    30,893 miles
    Test number
    199015083248
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail30,893 miles (+6,949)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,893 miles
    Test number
    429583897656
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both front (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass23,944 miles (+4,397)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    23,944 miles
    Test number
    363668038661

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass19,547 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    19,547 miles
    Test number
    562962450267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail19,547 miles (+4,614)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,547 miles
    Test number
    807069293930
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  15. Pass14,933 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    14,933 miles
    Test number
    436378057533
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Fail14,933 miles (+3,517)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,933 miles
    Test number
    963260626428
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Pass11,416 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    11,416 miles
    Test number
    389011195146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T8 RUT

Does T8 RUT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T8 RUT is valid until 14 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T8 RUT?
The MOT on T8 RUT is valid until 14 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T8 RUT done?
T8 RUT was recorded at 72,038 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2026, an average of 5,774 miles a year.
Has T8 RUT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T8 RUT has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on T8 RUT 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 T8 RUT find?
T8 RUT passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; exhaust system corroded; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively, and 2 more.

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