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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 1985 · 1,272 cc

B987 MPEMOT history

B987 MPE is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 4 Mar 1985. Its MOT expired on 20 Jul 2025 and it has passed 10 of 16 MOT tests, with 121,318 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Jul 2025
Mileage
121,318 mi
At MOT on 19 Jul 2024
MOT tests
16
10 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,186 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
B987 MPE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,272 cc
Year of manufacture
1985
First used
4 Mar 1985
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
19 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

B987 MPE was last recorded at 121,318 miles on 19 Jul 2024, 656 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,662 miles · 19 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
656 miles
Average per year
1,186 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 121,318 miles
  • 2023 – 120,662 miles
  • 2022 – 119,426 miles
  • 2021 – 117,716 miles
  • 2019 – 117,714 miles
  • 2018 – 109,231 miles
  • 2016 – 107,633 miles
  • 2009 – 105,091 miles
  • 2008 – 102,310 miles
  • 2007 – 101,140 miles
  • 2006 – 99,869 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,318 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (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.

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear fog lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

16 tests since 19 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,318 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    121,318 miles
    Test number
    426811545653
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail121,318 miles (+656)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,318 miles
    Test number
    358851927983
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt clip (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass120,662 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    120,662 miles
    Test number
    477631637233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail120,662 miles (+1,236)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,662 miles
    Test number
    632257230239
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  5. Pass119,426 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    119,426 miles
    Test number
    993758538108
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail119,426 miles (+1,710)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,426 miles
    Test number
    834534353819
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt clip missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass117,716 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    117,716 miles
    Test number
    567384064199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail117,714 miles7 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,714 miles
    Test number
    704279276170
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner/outer sills holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner/outer sills holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount play (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount has play (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll tyre treads and sidewalls cracked
    • AdvisoryMain beam warning light not working
    • AdvisoryRight outer cv boot leaking grease

  9. Fail117,714 miles (+8,483)2 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,714 miles
    Test number
    832893992261
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass109,231 miles (+1,598)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    109,231 miles
    Test number
    989409172463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass107,633 miles (+2,542)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    107,633 miles
    Test number
    498897690857

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass105,091 miles (+4)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    105,091 miles
    Test number
    141266699161
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteKnocking noise from steering

  13. Fail105,087 miles (+2,777)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,087 miles
    Test number
    153327389113
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteKnocking noise from steering

  14. Pass102,310 miles (+1,170)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    102,310 miles
    Test number
    263438068459
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  15. Pass101,140 miles (+1,271)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    101,140 miles
    Test number
    241771077488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass99,869 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    99,869 miles
    Test number
    391750776119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about B987 MPE

Does B987 MPE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on B987 MPE expired on 20 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on B987 MPE?
The MOT on B987 MPE expired on 20 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has B987 MPE done?
B987 MPE was recorded at 121,318 miles at its MOT on 19 Jul 2024, an average of 1,186 miles a year.
Has B987 MPE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. B987 MPE has failed 6 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on B987 MPE 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 B987 MPE find?
B987 MPE passed its latest MOT on 19 Jul 2024 with 1 advisory: nearside rear seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill.

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