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Volkswagen Polo

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T957 LHBMOT history

T957 LHB is a green petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 18 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 77,915 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Sept 2027
Mileage
77,915 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,071 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T957 LHB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
18 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T957 LHB was last recorded at 77,915 miles on 29 Sept 2026, 810 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,105 miles · 1 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
810 miles
Average per year
2,071 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,915 miles
  • 2025 – 77,105 miles
  • 2024 – 70,844 miles
  • 2022 – 69,222 miles
  • 2021 – 67,101 miles
  • 2020 – 65,697 miles
  • 2019 – 64,608 miles
  • 2018 – 62,711 miles
  • 2017 – 61,036 miles
  • 2016 – 60,491 miles
  • 2015 – 59,766 miles
  • 2014 – 58,848 miles
  • 2013 – 56,862 miles
  • 2012 – 54,711 miles
  • 2011 – 53,099 miles
  • 2010 – 51,185 miles
  • 2009 – 49,487 miles
  • 2008 – 47,808 miles
  • 2007 – 44,880 miles
  • 2006 – 42,187 miles
  • 2005 – 34,267 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,915 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule OSF,NSF (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive ENGINE (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Body has slight corrosion underside (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

27 tests since 31 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,915 miles (+810)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    77,915 miles
    Test number
    512253794860
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule OSF,NSF (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive ENGINE (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass77,105 miles (+6,261)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    77,105 miles
    Test number
    720550604267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass70,844 miles (+1,622)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    70,844 miles
    Test number
    357628362583
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass69,222 miles (+2,121)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    69,222 miles
    Test number
    150365058689

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass67,101 miles (+1,404)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    67,101 miles
    Test number
    673578803854

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass65,697 miles (+1,089)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    65,697 miles
    Test number
    389282244684

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass64,608 miles (+1,897)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    64,608 miles
    Test number
    117262082496
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  8. Pass62,711 miles (+1,675)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    62,711 miles
    Test number
    121771207725
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  9. Pass61,036 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    61,036 miles
    Test number
    400897620819
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  10. Fail61,036 miles (+545)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,036 miles
    Test number
    343044399618
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass60,491 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    60,491 miles
    Test number
    447582433206
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion underside (6.1.B.2)

  12. Fail60,485 miles (+719)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,485 miles
    Test number
    171073994360
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion underside (6.1.B.2)

  13. Pass59,766 miles (+918)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    59,766 miles
    Test number
    109393125238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass58,848 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    58,848 miles
    Test number
    348570124402
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Fail58,848 miles (+1,986)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,848 miles
    Test number
    705780124240
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass56,862 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    56,862 miles
    Test number
    635249633254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail56,862 miles (+2,151)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,862 miles
    Test number
    499599233292
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass54,711 miles (+1,612)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    54,711 miles
    Test number
    266815912233
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass53,099 miles (+1,914)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    53,099 miles
    Test number
    256678421292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass51,185 miles (+1,698)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    51,185 miles
    Test number
    684638820289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass49,487 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    49,487 miles
    Test number
    942484829253
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Fail49,487 miles (+1,679)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,487 miles
    Test number
    513533229298
    • FailureExhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass47,808 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    47,808 miles
    Test number
    584304938244
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. FailMileage not read2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    672973038229
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  25. Pass44,880 miles (+2,693)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    44,880 miles
    Test number
    294832947282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass42,187 miles (+7,920)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    42,187 miles
    Test number
    603287936231
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  27. Pass34,267 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    34,267 miles
    Test number
    240063745207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T957 LHB

Does T957 LHB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T957 LHB is valid until 28 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T957 LHB?
The MOT on T957 LHB is valid until 28 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T957 LHB done?
T957 LHB was recorded at 77,915 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2026, an average of 2,071 miles a year.
Has T957 LHB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T957 LHB has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Aug 2017.
Has the mileage on T957 LHB 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 T957 LHB find?
T957 LHB passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule osf,nsf; oil leak, but not excessive engine.

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