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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 1990 · 1,272 cc

G520 WMJMOT history

G520 WMJ is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 9 Feb 1990. Its MOT expired on 6 Oct 2024 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 229,880 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Oct 2024
Mileage
229,880 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2023
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,316 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
G520 WMJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,272 cc
Year of manufacture
1990
First used
9 Feb 1990
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

G520 WMJ was last recorded at 229,880 miles on 7 Oct 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
229,880 miles · 26 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,316 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 229,880 miles
  • 2020 – 229,880 miles
  • 2019 – 223,959 miles
  • 2018 – 209,436 miles
  • 2017 – 198,293 miles
  • 2016 – 181,214 miles
  • 2015 – 160,401 miles
  • 2014 – 144,111 miles
  • 2013 – 125,303 miles
  • 2012 – 107,320 miles
  • 2011 – 94,903 miles
  • 2008 – 92,967 miles
  • 2007 – 86,693 miles
  • 2006 – 82,572 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass229,880 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both front (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill inner (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill inner (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (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 mirror unit insecure.

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Battery insecure

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass229,880 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    229,880 miles
    Test number
    805685430443
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both front (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill inner (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill inner (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
  2. Pass229,880 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    229,880 miles
    Test number
    505337732946
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside rear short (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside rear long (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySeat belt slightly damaged drivers (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside + nearside front floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside front lower arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside parking brake little reserve travel.
    • AdvisoryNearside rear light lens damaged
  3. Fail229,880 miles (+5,921)3 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    229,880 miles
    Test number
    568449357599
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorShock absorbers has a serious fluid leak nearside + offside rear (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorSpeedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))
    • MinorIndicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside rear short (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside rear long (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySeat belt slightly damaged drivers (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside + nearside front floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside front lower arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside parking brake little reserve travel.
    • AdvisoryNearside rear light lens damaged
  4. Pass223,959 miles (+1)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    223,959 miles
    Test number
    830524970066
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake hose slightly deteriorated + offside front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front floor pan corroding.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect + offside rear (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement end bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material long (1.1.11 (c))
  5. Fail223,958 miles (+14,522)1 dangerous5 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,958 miles
    Test number
    931587851267
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking fuel filler neck (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded long (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake hose slightly deteriorated + offside front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front floor pan corroding.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect + offside rear (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement end bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material long (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel hoses into carb + lift pump deteriorating.
  6. Pass209,436 miles (+2)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    209,436 miles
    Test number
    106298798327
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material + offside rear long (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Wheel bearing has slight play + offside rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror unit insecure.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fuel hoses deteriorating.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner sill corroding.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler neck corroding.
  7. Fail209,434 miles (+11,141)6 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,434 miles
    Test number
    931915602523
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases / joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering column top bearing excessively worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorSteering system excessively rough (2.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material + offside rear long (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Wheel bearing has slight play + offside rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror unit insecure.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler neck corroding.
  8. Pass198,293 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    198,293 miles
    Test number
    701708144787
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror unit insecure.
    • AdvisoryPlay n/s/r wheel bearing.
    • AdvisorySlight roughness in steering system.
  9. Fail198,291 miles (+17,077)10 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,291 miles
    Test number
    178354871040
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joint between centre to rear (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded baulk head ( under battery ) (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureSteering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror unit insecure.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre on 1.6mm legal limit.
    • AdvisoryPlay n/s/r wheel bearing.
    • AdvisorySlight roughness in steering system.
  10. Pass181,214 miles (+1)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    181,214 miles
    Test number
    196230492363
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre starting to wear unevenly/out of shape.
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play +offside (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror unit insecure.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in top steering colum bush.
    • AdvisorySlight play in o/s+n/s/r wheel bearings.
  11. Fail181,213 miles (+20,812)5 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,213 miles
    Test number
    605151608826
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureCentre Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureSpeedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre starting to wear unevenly/out of shape.
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play +offside (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror unit insecure.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in top steering colum bush.
    • AdvisorySlight play in o/s+n/s/r wheel bearings.
  12. Pass160,401 miles (+16,290)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    160,401 miles
    Test number
    602668675046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass144,111 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    144,111 miles
    Test number
    387975064485
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  14. Fail144,111 miles (+18,808)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,111 miles
    Test number
    235992664295
    • FailureInner Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  15. Pass125,303 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    125,303 miles
    Test number
    316313363245
    • NoteFront bumper insecure
  16. Fail125,303 miles (+17,983)11 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,303 miles
    Test number
    937542263207
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureCentre Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteFront bumper insecure
  17. Pass107,320 miles (+12,417)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    107,320 miles
    Test number
    408164962260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass94,903 miles (+1,936)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    94,903 miles
    Test number
    916765261285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass92,967 miles (+6,274)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    92,967 miles
    Test number
    591699818024
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
  20. Pass86,693 miles (+4,121)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    86,693 miles
    Test number
    671993417089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass82,572 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    82,572 miles
    Test number
    203069316062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about G520 WMJ

Does G520 WMJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on G520 WMJ expired on 6 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on G520 WMJ?
The MOT on G520 WMJ expired on 6 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has G520 WMJ done?
G520 WMJ was recorded at 229,880 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2023, an average of 8,316 miles a year.
Has G520 WMJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. G520 WMJ has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on G520 WMJ 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 G520 WMJ find?
G520 WMJ passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2023 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: front windscreen wiper blade defective both front; nearside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill inner, and 2 more.

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