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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T972 JRJMOT history

T972 JRJ is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 27 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jun 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 107,636 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Jun 2027
Mileage
107,636 mi
At MOT on 12 Jun 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,823 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T972 JRJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
27 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T972 JRJ was last recorded at 107,636 miles on 12 Jun 2026, 9,017 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,619 miles · 5 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
9,017 miles
Average per year
3,823 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,636 miles
  • 2025 – 98,619 miles
  • 2024 – 88,784 miles
  • 2023 – 78,818 miles
  • 2022 – 70,179 miles
  • 2021 – 59,969 miles
  • 2020 – 48,155 miles
  • 2014 – 45,941 miles
  • 2013 – 44,766 miles
  • 2011 – 42,897 miles
  • 2010 – 41,763 miles
  • 2008 – 38,555 miles
  • 2007 – 35,755 miles
  • 2006 – 31,409 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,636 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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 Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule o/s & n/s

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s & n/s

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s & n/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear exhaust silencer has slight corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

20 tests since 4 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,636 miles (+9,017)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    107,636 miles
    Test number
    267112193934
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass98,619 miles (+9,835)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    98,619 miles
    Test number
    400911688663
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass88,784 miles (+9,966)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    88,784 miles
    Test number
    241602138614
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass78,818 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    78,818 miles
    Test number
    623919045887
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s & n/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded o/s & n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail78,818 miles (+8,639)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,818 miles
    Test number
    809905458707
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s & n/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded o/s & n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass70,179 miles (+10,210)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    70,179 miles
    Test number
    498262123984
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s & n/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule o/s & n/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s & n/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer has slight corrosion

  7. Pass59,969 miles (+11,814)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    59,969 miles
    Test number
    379647260309
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule o/s & n/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s & n/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer has slight corrosion

  8. Pass48,155 miles (+2,214)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    48,155 miles
    Test number
    613414303124
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule o/s & n/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s & n/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryN/s front tyre has slight damage to outer sidewall

  9. Pass45,941 miles (+1,175)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    45,941 miles
    Test number
    289027824006
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNearside front tyre cut on outer wall

  10. Pass44,766 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    44,766 miles
    Test number
    575258923042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail44,766 miles (+1,869)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,766 miles
    Test number
    126568223087
    • FailureOffside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  12. Pass42,897 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    42,897 miles
    Test number
    328556151392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail42,897 miles (+1,134)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,897 miles
    Test number
    466646251332
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  14. Pass41,763 miles (+1,253)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    41,763 miles
    Test number
    962730350337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass40,510 miles (+1,955)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    40,510 miles
    Test number
    934345200095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass38,555 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    38,555 miles
    Test number
    814109238372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail38,553 miles (+2,798)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,553 miles
    Test number
    180488738353
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • NoteCut in outer wall of offside front tyre.
    • NoteNearside rear tyre punctured.

  18. Pass35,755 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    35,755 miles
    Test number
    693674147306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail35,755 miles (+4,346)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,755 miles
    Test number
    593734847358
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  20. Pass31,409 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    31,409 miles
    Test number
    491935186149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T972 JRJ

Does T972 JRJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T972 JRJ is valid until 17 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T972 JRJ?
The MOT on T972 JRJ is valid until 17 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T972 JRJ done?
T972 JRJ was recorded at 107,636 miles at its MOT on 12 Jun 2026, an average of 3,823 miles a year.
Has T972 JRJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T972 JRJ has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on T972 JRJ 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 T972 JRJ find?
T972 JRJ passed its latest MOT on 12 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated.

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