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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2009 · 1,390 cc

V33 TACMOT history

V33 TAC is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 29 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 3 Nov 2026 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 116,606 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2025.

V33 TAC blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Nov 2026
Mileage
116,606 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2025
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,860 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V33 TAC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
29 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V33 TAC was last recorded at 116,606 miles on 4 Nov 2025, 3,788 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,818 miles · 7 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,788 miles
Average per year
7,860 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 116,606 miles
  • 2024 – 106,004 miles
  • 2023 – 105,718 miles
  • 2021 – 101,988 miles
  • 2020 – 93,093 miles
  • 2019 – 84,984 miles
  • 2018 – 70,386 miles
  • 2016 – 43,207 miles
  • 2015 – 34,684 miles
  • 2014 – 26,054 miles
  • 2013 – 19,889 miles
  • 2012 – 15,119 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,606 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Brake steering and suspension components are showing some rust

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Outer Sill damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear exhaust silencer showing some rust and deterioration

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge Heavily Worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 6 Dec 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,606 miles (+3,788)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    116,606 miles
    Test number
    774908083145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass112,818 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    112,818 miles
    Test number
    157143512092
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  3. Fail112,818 miles (+6,814)3 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,818 miles
    Test number
    920243892010
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  4. Pass106,004 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    106,004 miles
    Test number
    452838907992
    • AdvisoryBrake steering and suspension components are showing some rust
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Sill damaged
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer showing some rust and deterioration

  5. Fail106,003 miles (+285)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,003 miles
    Test number
    727778761536
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed Tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front pipe flex joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake steering and suspension components are showing some rust
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Sill damaged
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer showing some rust and deterioration

  6. Pass105,718 miles (+36)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    105,718 miles
    Test number
    151912396818
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge Heavily Worn (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail105,682 miles (+3,694)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,682 miles
    Test number
    917036288956
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge Heavily Worn (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass101,988 miles (+18)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    101,988 miles
    Test number
    589666937722
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail101,970 miles (+8,877)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,970 miles
    Test number
    158323638058
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass93,093 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    93,093 miles
    Test number
    168896629760
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi damaged
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust heat shield loose

  11. Fail93,093 miles (+8,109)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,093 miles
    Test number
    759735316877
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working Side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi damaged
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust heat shield loose

  12. Pass84,984 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    84,984 miles
    Test number
    803126615044
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail84,984 miles (+14,598)8 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,984 miles
    Test number
    668392857165
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Steering arm deformed (2.1.3 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end seriously misaligned (2.1.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass70,386 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    70,386 miles
    Test number
    592246813840

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail70,386 miles (+27,179)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,386 miles
    Test number
    987508225941
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWheel bolt(s) missing all 4 wheel one missing (4.2.A.1e)

  16. Pass43,207 miles (+8,523)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    43,207 miles
    Test number
    471708503122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass34,684 miles (+8,630)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    34,684 miles
    Test number
    533530069675
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on edges and have cuts
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished

  18. Pass26,054 miles (+6,165)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    26,054 miles
    Test number
    379430854391
    • NoteBrake fluid low (topped up)

  19. Pass19,889 miles (+4,770)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    19,889 miles
    Test number
    895636243347
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  20. Fail15,119 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,119 miles
    Test number
    315761242348
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass15,119 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    15,119 miles
    Test number
    335551042398
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about V33 TAC

Does V33 TAC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V33 TAC is valid until 3 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on V33 TAC?
The MOT on V33 TAC is valid until 3 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V33 TAC done?
V33 TAC was recorded at 116,606 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2025, an average of 7,860 miles a year.
Has V33 TAC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V33 TAC has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on V33 TAC 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 V33 TAC find?
V33 TAC passed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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