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Volkswagen Polo

White · Petrol · 2012 · 1,198 cc

T9 WSLMOT history

T9 WSL is a white petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 25 Jul 2012. Its MOT expired on 29 Sept 2026 and it has passed 11 of 18 MOT tests, with 81,689 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Sept 2026
Mileage
81,689 mi
At MOT on 22 Sept 2026
MOT tests
18
11 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,343 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T9 WSL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
25 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T9 WSL was last recorded at 81,689 miles on 22 Sept 2026, 4,688 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,001 miles · 30 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4,688 miles
Average per year
5,343 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,689 miles
  • 2025 – 77,001 miles
  • 2024 – 72,777 miles
  • 2023 – 69,339 miles
  • 2022 – 65,699 miles
  • 2021 – 63,330 miles
  • 2020 – 61,432 miles
  • 2019 – 55,061 miles
  • 2018 – 48,437 miles
  • 2017 – 41,107 miles
  • 2016 – 33,564 miles
  • 2015 – 21,871 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail81,689 miles
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi section damaged (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively has visible lip (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracking and perished (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively has visible lip (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySlight play offside front (inner) steering arm

What MOT failures 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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

18 tests since 13 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail81,689 miles (+4,688)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,689 miles
    Test number
    742924762106
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi section damaged (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively has visible lip (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracking and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively has visible lip (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play offside front (inner) steering arm

  2. Pass77,001 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    77,001 miles
    Test number
    249937212803
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail77,001 miles (+4,224)2 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,001 miles
    Test number
    237223922422
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective clamp broken has major leak and not supporting (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass72,777 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    72,777 miles
    Test number
    304890494027
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing aged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing aged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail72,777 miles (+3,438)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,777 miles
    Test number
    212236365585
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing aged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing aged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass69,339 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    69,339 miles
    Test number
    882079305552
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail69,339 miles (+3,640)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,339 miles
    Test number
    570455735195
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass65,699 miles (+2,369)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    65,699 miles
    Test number
    295739881817
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass63,330 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    63,330 miles
    Test number
    684531211272
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail63,330 miles (+1,898)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,330 miles
    Test number
    226585623487
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass61,432 miles (+6,371)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    61,432 miles
    Test number
    636692329668

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass55,061 miles (+6,624)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    55,061 miles
    Test number
    809627571975
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both tyres (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass48,437 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    48,437 miles
    Test number
    126626861484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail48,437 miles (+7,330)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,437 miles
    Test number
    975336243079
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  15. Pass41,107 miles (+7,543)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    41,107 miles
    Test number
    175887242905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass33,564 miles (+11,693)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    33,564 miles
    Test number
    334819771463
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs slightly worn

  17. Pass21,871 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    21,871 miles
    Test number
    299074395163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail21,871 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,871 miles
    Test number
    456174295188
    • FailureFront Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Questions about T9 WSL

Does T9 WSL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T9 WSL expired on 29 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T9 WSL?
The MOT on T9 WSL expired on 29 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T9 WSL done?
T9 WSL was recorded at 81,689 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2026, an average of 5,343 miles a year.
Has T9 WSL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T9 WSL has failed 7 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T9 WSL 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 T9 WSL find?
T9 WSL failed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2026 with 1 major defect, 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault; offside front outer track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi section damaged, and 5 more.

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