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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 1,199 cc

TEP 8MOT history

TEP 8 is a grey diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 25 May 2011. Its MOT is valid until 8 Aug 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 117,572 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Aug 2027
Mileage
117,572 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,236 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
TEP 8
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
25 May 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

TEP 8 was last recorded at 117,572 miles on 29 Jul 2026, 14,698 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,874 miles · 6 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
14,698 miles
Average per year
8,236 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,572 miles
  • 2025 – 102,874 miles
  • 2024 – 98,049 miles
  • 2023 – 96,132 miles
  • 2022 – 87,377 miles
  • 2021 – 74,837 miles
  • 2019 – 56,989 miles
  • 2018 – 49,087 miles
  • 2017 – 46,450 miles
  • 2016 – 33,915 miles
  • 2015 – 22,077 miles
  • 2014 – 15,918 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,572 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (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.

  • Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

19 tests since 25 Mar 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,572 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    117,572 miles
    Test number
    177599903527
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail117,572 miles (+14,698)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,572 miles
    Test number
    461396300129
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass102,874 miles (+4,825)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    102,874 miles
    Test number
    481273357778
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing inspection of some items

  4. Pass98,049 miles (+1,917)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    98,049 miles
    Test number
    783350928896

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass96,132 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    96,132 miles
    Test number
    628969845663

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail96,114 miles (+36)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,114 miles
    Test number
    526170943997
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  7. Fail96,078 miles (+8,701)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,078 miles
    Test number
    184218510921
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill yellow marked (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill yellow marked (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill yellow marked (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  8. Pass87,377 miles (+12,540)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    87,377 miles
    Test number
    281153811396
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to front edge of both lower sills

  9. Pass74,837 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    74,837 miles
    Test number
    402359315587
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront early signs of rust forming front lower towards sills
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryBack box corroded

  10. Fail74,837 miles (+17,848)1 dangerous1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,837 miles
    Test number
    178022639846
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront early signs of rust forming front lower towards sills
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryBack box corroded

  11. Pass56,989 miles (+7,902)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    56,989 miles
    Test number
    437740709748
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass49,087 miles (+2,637)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    49,087 miles
    Test number
    526839323775

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass46,450 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    46,450 miles
    Test number
    456729729810

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail46,445 miles (+12,530)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,445 miles
    Test number
    245506657550
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  15. Pass33,915 miles (+4,859)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    33,915 miles
    Test number
    342001980997

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass29,056 miles (+6,979)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    29,056 miles
    Test number
    539475166468
    • AdvisoryUndertray & top engine covers obsecure inspection

  17. Pass22,077 miles (+6,159)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    22,077 miles
    Test number
    835768595060
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle to clean for emission pick up

  18. Pass15,918 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    15,918 miles
    Test number
    278899794034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass15,903 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    15,903 miles
    Test number
    959164684051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about TEP 8

What vehicle is registration TEP 8 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show TEP 8 on a grey diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 25 May 2011. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does TEP 8 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on TEP 8 is valid until 8 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on TEP 8?
The MOT on TEP 8 is valid until 8 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has TEP 8 done?
TEP 8 was recorded at 117,572 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2026, an average of 8,236 miles a year.
Has TEP 8 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. TEP 8 has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on TEP 8 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 TEP 8 find?
TEP 8 passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front suspension component ball joint has slight play.

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