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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T951 JWAMOT history

T951 JWA is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 12 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 27 Feb 2026 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 63,974 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Feb 2026
Mileage
63,974 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2025
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
1,742 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T951 JWA
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
12 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T951 JWA was last recorded at 63,974 miles on 17 Feb 2025, 554 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
63,420 miles · 19 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
554 miles
Average per year
1,742 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 63,974 miles
  • 2024 – 63,420 miles
  • 2023 – 62,812 miles
  • 2022 – 62,163 miles
  • 2021 – 61,384 miles
  • 2020 – 60,847 miles
  • 2019 – 59,407 miles
  • 2018 – 57,980 miles
  • 2017 – 56,324 miles
  • 2016 – 54,504 miles
  • 2015 – 52,943 miles
  • 2014 – 50,123 miles
  • 2013 – 46,796 miles
  • 2012 – 43,941 miles
  • 2011 – 41,709 miles
  • 2010 – 39,369 miles
  • 2009 – 36,805 miles
  • 2008 – 34,168 miles
  • 2007 – 31,943 miles
  • 2006 – 30,906 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass63,974 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2024

Full MOT history

33 tests since 23 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass63,974 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    63,974 miles
    Test number
    892249223586
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail63,972 miles (+552)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,972 miles
    Test number
    366415645088
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass63,420 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    63,420 miles
    Test number
    706784076087
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill front to rear. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill front to rear. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail63,415 miles (+603)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,415 miles
    Test number
    450087183222
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill front to rear. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill front to rear. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass62,812 miles (+3)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    62,812 miles
    Test number
    207641301280
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring worn And worn. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  6. Fail62,809 miles (+646)1 dangerous8 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,809 miles
    Test number
    590780902952
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring worn And worn. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Nail in tyre in side wall. NON repairable! 175/65/13 T
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  7. Pass62,163 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    62,163 miles
    Test number
    185692872958
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail62,162 miles (+778)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,162 miles
    Test number
    991133092566
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) switch with a delay in operation Brake lights working intermittently, roughly 1 in 5 presses of the pedal. (4.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Several dents in rim. (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass61,384 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    61,384 miles
    Test number
    448124717024
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Near side outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail61,384 miles (+537)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,384 miles
    Test number
    864987971551
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Near side outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass60,847 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    60,847 miles
    Test number
    741042592774
    • AdvisoryNear side rear tyre slightly out of shape on inner edge

  12. Fail60,847 miles (+1,440)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,847 miles
    Test number
    118014479816
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres bald on inner edges (175/65x13) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNear side rear tyre slightly out of shape on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOff side rear seat belt not working

  13. Pass59,407 miles (+1,427)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    59,407 miles
    Test number
    950816611333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass57,980 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    57,980 miles
    Test number
    583653291040
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front tyres bald on inner edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNear side rear brake binding slightly

  15. Fail57,980 miles (+1,656)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,980 miles
    Test number
    679897358990
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 175/65x13 (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion wheel arch (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureSeat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded near side floor (5.2.6)
    • FailureSeat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded near side outer sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front tyres bald on inner edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNear side rear brake binding slightly

  16. Pass56,324 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    56,324 miles
    Test number
    423850942517
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Fail56,324 miles (+1,820)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,324 miles
    Test number
    846255732934
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  18. Pass54,504 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    54,504 miles
    Test number
    518077300685
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded
    • AdvisoryNear side rear brake binding slightly

  19. Fail54,504 miles (+1,561)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,504 miles
    Test number
    884665813704
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded
    • AdvisoryNear side rear brake binding slightly

  20. Pass52,943 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    52,943 miles
    Test number
    788574755084
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail52,941 miles5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,941 miles
    Test number
    599804455012
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail52,941 miles (+2,818)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,941 miles
    Test number
    568604155062
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass50,123 miles (+3,327)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    50,123 miles
    Test number
    756832254068
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  24. Pass46,796 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    46,796 miles
    Test number
    438136953066
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePassenger front door open from inside if first open from outside

  25. Fail46,796 miles (+2,855)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,796 miles
    Test number
    817793553011
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePassenger front door open from inside if first open from outside

  26. Pass43,941 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    43,941 miles
    Test number
    149813052036
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Fail43,941 miles (+2,232)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,941 miles
    Test number
    659073252030
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  28. Pass41,709 miles (+2,340)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    41,709 miles
    Test number
    425703451089
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  29. Pass39,369 miles (+2,564)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    39,369 miles
    Test number
    321286350066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass36,805 miles (+2,637)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    36,805 miles
    Test number
    324164359005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass34,168 miles (+2,225)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    34,168 miles
    Test number
    301995248098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass31,943 miles (+1,037)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    31,943 miles
    Test number
    913563257056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass30,906 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    30,906 miles
    Test number
    801724756064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T951 JWA

Does T951 JWA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T951 JWA expired on 27 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T951 JWA?
The MOT on T951 JWA expired on 27 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T951 JWA done?
T951 JWA was recorded at 63,974 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2025, an average of 1,742 miles a year.
Has T951 JWA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T951 JWA has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on T951 JWA 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 T951 JWA find?
T951 JWA passed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2025 with 3 advisories: front coil spring corroded both; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; rear coil spring corroded both.

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