VOLKSWAGEN T300CDW MOT History, Tax Status & Mileage

infoGeneral Information

Make	VOLKSWAGEN
Model	POLO
Colour	BLACK
Year of manufacture	2012
Fuel type	PETROL
Wheelplan	2 AXLE RIGID BODY
First registration	01 Mar 2012
Vehicle age	14 years
Type approval	M1
Date of last V5C issued	09 Sep 2025
Marked for export	No
Ownership stability	Recent acquisition
Estimated current ownership	0.9 years

local_gas_stationEngine & Fuel Consumption

Engine capacity	1,198 cc
Fuel type	PETROL
CO₂ emissions (official)	128 g/km
Fuel efficiency (est.)	~54 MPG
Environmental rating	7/10
ULEZ & Environmental Compliance	Likely Non-Compliant
Est. annual fuel cost	~£1,121

assignment_turned_inVehicle Status, Tax & MOT

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✓ Taxed Tax due: 01 Jul 2027

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✓ MOT Valid Expires: 31 Jan 2027

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ULEZ: Likely Non-Compliant Euro standard: Unknown

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✓ Not Marked for Export Registration: T300CDW

MOT Expires In

176

days (31 Jan 2027)

Tax Expires In

327

days (01 Jul 2027)

Registration	T300CDW
MOT status	✓ Valid
MOT expiry date	31 Jan 2027
MOT days remaining	176 days
Tax status	Taxed
Tax due date	01 Jul 2027
Tax days remaining	327 days
V5C last issued	09 Sep 2025
Marked for export	No
ULEZ compliance	Likely Non-Compliant
Estimated next MOT outcome	Likely to Require Attention
Service reminder	2156 miles in ~3 months

psychologyAI & Advanced Insights

AI Buyer Risk Indicator	warningMedium Risk — Check History Carefully
Smart Buyer Recommendation	Poor MOT history with multiple failures or dangerous defects. Factor in significant repair costs, or avoid entirely.
Vehicle Condition Rating	Poor
Vehicle Reliability Rating	4.9 / 10
MOT Failure Risk Prediction	76% (High Risk)
Estimated Next MOT Outcome	Likely to Require Attention
Pass / Fail Trend	Stable
vs. Class Average (72% pass rate)	Above class average
MOT History Score	80/100
Overall Vehicle Risk Score	41/100 — Medium Risk
Data Confidence Score	95%
Vehicle Transparency Score	100/100
Vehicle Usage Pattern	Standard
Est. Running & Maintenance Cost	~£1,901 / year
Est. Annual Fuel Cost	~£1,121
Est. Annual Maintenance Cost	~£780
Future Repair & Defect Prediction	No immediate defects predicted
Taxi / Commercial Use Risk	✓ No taxi use detected
Long-Term Owner Indicator	Not indicated
Est. Remaining Lifetime	~6.5 years (at current mileage rate)

summarizeAI Vehicle Summary

AI-Generated Summary VOLKSWAGEN POLO (2012), BLACK, PETROL, 1,198cc. Has completed 14 MOT tests, with a 86% pass rate (12 passed, 2 failed). Recorded 93,789 miles, averaging 8,622 miles/yr. 21 advisory items recorded. Vehicle health score: 49/100 (Poor). Poor MOT history with multiple failures or dangerous defects. Factor in significant repair costs, or avoid entirely.

historyMOT History Summary

MOT expiry date	2027-01-31
MOT pass rate	86%
Tests passed	12
Tests failed	2
Dangerous defects (total)	0
Major defects (total)	4
Minor defects (total)	1
Advisory items (total)	21
Pass / Fail trend	Stable
vs. UK class average	Above class average

fact_checkFull MOT History (14 Tests)

MOT #14 2026-02-01 16:52

Test number: 732484917524

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 31 Jan 2027

Odometer: 93,789 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

MOT #13 2025-03-29 08:30

Test number: 173499860773

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 28 Mar 2026

Odometer: 88,131 MI

Items: 1

Minor Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £20 – £150

MOT #12 2024-03-23 10:04

Test number: 742998641990

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 23 Mar 2025

Odometer: 86,795 MI

Items: 5

Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Advisory Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Advisory Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Advisory Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £370 – £1,260

MOT #11 2023-03-18 08:04

Test number: 836084139121

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 23 Mar 2024

Odometer: 82,349 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

MOT #10 2022-02-25 15:56

Test number: 753148939892

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 23 Mar 2023

Odometer: 76,401 MI

Items: 2

Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Advisory TPM LAMP ON

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £110 – £480

MOT #9 2022-02-22 14:02

Test number: 154678872039

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 76,401 MI

Items: 6

Major Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Major Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
Major Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Major Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
Advisory TPM LAMP ON

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £460 – £3,380

MOT #8 2021-03-11 10:22

Test number: 633718084653

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 23 Mar 2022

Odometer: 53,709 MI

Items: 3

Advisory Both front tyres worn on edges
Advisory Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory Offside Rear Tyre perished

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £270 – £760

MOT #7 2020-03-16 10:25

Test number: 896431982673

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 23 Mar 2021

Odometer: 44,648 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

MOT #6 2019-03-14 16:47

Test number: 993795587198

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 23 Mar 2020

Odometer: 38,474 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

MOT #5 2018-03-15 11:27

Test number: 607364315827

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 23 Mar 2019

Odometer: 32,213 MI

Items: 3

Advisory Front brakes worn low
Advisory Front tyres worn low on edges
Advisory Slight oil leak from around gearbox

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £190 – £880

MOT #4 2018-03-15 11:27

Test number: 772474473289

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 32,213 MI

Items: 4

Advisory Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Advisory Front brakes worn low
Advisory Front tyres worn low on edges
Advisory Slight oil leak from around gearbox

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £240 – £1,180

MOT #3 2017-03-21 09:59

Test number: 913683794219

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 23 Mar 2018

Odometer: 25,952 MI

Items: 3

Advisory both front tyres low on edges
Advisory front disc's lipped
Advisory slight oil leak around gearbox area

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £190 – £880

MOT #2 2016-03-17 14:10

Test number: 734495470128

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 23 Mar 2017

Odometer: 19,937 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

MOT #1 2015-03-18 16:06

Test number: 286917075061

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 23 Mar 2016

Odometer: 14,519 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

speedMileage Check

Odometer unit	miles
Mileage registrations	14
First registration	2015-03-18
Last registration	2026-02-01
Latest reading	93,789 miles
Annual avg (est.)	8,622 mi/yr
vs UK average	Above average
% of UK avg	121%
Mileage growth trend	Consistent use
Wear level	66% — High Wear
Odometer consistency	✓ Consistent

Registration #1	2015-03-18	14,519 miles
Registration #2	2016-03-17	19,937 miles
Registration #3	2017-03-21	25,952 miles
Registration #4	2018-03-15	32,213 miles
Registration #5	2018-03-15	32,213 miles
Registration #6	2019-03-14	38,474 miles
Registration #7	2020-03-16	44,648 miles
Registration #8	2021-03-11	53,709 miles
Registration #9	2022-02-22	76,401 miles
Registration #10	2022-02-25	76,401 miles
Registration #11	2023-03-18	82,349 miles
Registration #12	2024-03-23	86,795 miles
Registration #13	2025-03-29	88,131 miles
Registration #14	2026-02-01	93,789 miles

infoMileage shows a consistent upward trend — no anomalies suggesting odometer tampering.

list_altMost Common Defects & Advisories

⚠ Top Defects (Failures)
Engine Work	×1
ℹ Top Advisories
Tyres	×9
Oil Leak Repair	×3
Shock Absorber	×2
Lighting	×1
Suspension	×1

handymanAI Maintenance Suggestions

arrow_forwardInspect brake pads, discs and calipers — recurring brake-related items noted.
arrow_forwardCheck tyre tread depth and condition; replacement may be needed.
arrow_forwardSuspension components (bushes, shocks, ball joints) should be inspected.
arrow_forwardAt 14 years old, a full service including timing belt/chain check is recommended.

checklistMOT Preparation Advice

arrow_forwardHave brakes checked by a mechanic before the MOT.
arrow_forwardCheck tyre tread (min 1.6mm) and tyre pressures.
arrow_forwardCheck suspension and steering for play or noise.
arrow_forwardEnsure all lights are working (headlights, brake lights, indicators).
arrow_forwardCheck windscreen wipers and washer fluid.
arrow_forwardCheck for underbody corrosion on sills and chassis.

build_circleEstimated Repair Costs by Defect Severity

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Major Defects

£350 – £2,900

4 defects found

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Minor Defects

£20 – £150

1 item found

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Advisory Items

£1,430 – £5,620

21 items noted

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All-Time Total Est.

£1,850 – £8,970

Across all MOT tests

info Cost estimates are indicative based on UK average repair prices for each defect type. Actual costs may vary by region, vehicle age, and garage. Always obtain multiple quotes.

trending_downEstimated Market Value & Depreciation

Est. Market Value

£950

Based on age, mileage & condition

Annual Depreciation

£128

~14% per year

Running Cost / yr

£1,901

Fuel + maintenance est.

Vehicle Age

years old

info Disclaimer: This valuation is an algorithmic estimate based on public DVLA/DVSA data (age, mileage, and MOT history). It does not account for specific trim levels, optional extras, physical condition, or service history. Always conduct your own market research before buying or selling a vehicle.