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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 1,400 cc

LA06 TFYMOT history

LA06 TFY is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 21 Jul 2006. Its MOT expired on 1 Dec 2021 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 73,470 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Dec 2021.

LA06 TFY blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 1 Dec 2021
Mileage
73,470 mi
At MOT on 7 Dec 2021
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,417 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA06 TFY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
21 Jul 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Dec 2021
Latest MOT test
7 Dec 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

LA06 TFY was last recorded at 73,470 miles on 7 Dec 2021, 4,846 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Dec 2016: 46,084 miles, lower than 404,352 miles on 1 Oct 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
68,624 miles · 2 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
4,846 miles
Average per year
4,417 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 73,470 miles
  • 2020 – 68,624 miles
  • 2018 – 54,628 miles
  • 2017 – 49,290 miles
  • 2016 – 46,084 miles
  • 2015 – 404,352 miles
  • 2014 – 35,954 miles
  • 2013 – 31,563 miles
  • 2011 – 27,367 miles
  • 2010 – 24,215 miles
  • 2009 – 18,537 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail73,470 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorDriver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.3 (a))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MinorRear Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive very heavy, suspect rear main seal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Bonnet opening catch broken

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 30 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail73,470 miles (+4,846)1 dangerous3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,470 miles
    Test number
    349170973001
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorDriver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass68,624 miles (+4,480)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    68,624 miles
    Test number
    367985603502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass64,144 miles1 dangerous2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    64,144 miles
    Test number
    269039254077
    • DangerousBonnet opening catch broken
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive very heavy, suspect rear main seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  4. Fail64,144 miles (+9,516)2 dangerous8 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,144 miles
    Test number
    648028965585
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousBonnet opening catch broken
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive very heavy, suspect rear main seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  5. Pass54,628 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    54,628 miles
    Test number
    154201613414
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated small split leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt small split (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged plastic outer casing missing but still operates and is secure (7.1.2 (d))

  6. Fail54,628 miles (+5,338)1 dangerous1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,628 miles
    Test number
    423211219380
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated small split leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt small split (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged plastic outer casing missing but still operates and is secure (7.1.2 (d))

  7. Pass49,290 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    49,290 miles
    Test number
    441950072310
    • AdvisoryOil leak Gearbox oil

  8. Fail49,290 miles (+3,206)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,290 miles
    Test number
    570851378390
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both sides (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak Gearbox oil

  9. Pass46,084 miles (-358,268)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    46,084 miles
    Test number
    848290231856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass404,352 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    404,352 miles
    Test number
    941111035283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail40,345 miles (+4,391)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,345 miles
    Test number
    654668927821
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass35,954 miles (+1,214)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    35,954 miles
    Test number
    655652774254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass34,740 miles (+3,177)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    34,740 miles
    Test number
    769755584066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail31,563 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,563 miles
    Test number
    257519683073
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass31,563 miles (+4,196)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    31,563 miles
    Test number
    465029583095
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass27,367 miles (+3,152)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    27,367 miles
    Test number
    679270771286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass24,215 miles (+5,678)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    24,215 miles
    Test number
    320586360496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass18,537 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    18,537 miles
    Test number
    254981589494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA06 TFY

Does LA06 TFY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA06 TFY expired on 1 Dec 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA06 TFY?
The MOT on LA06 TFY expired on 1 Dec 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA06 TFY done?
LA06 TFY was recorded at 73,470 miles at its MOT on 7 Dec 2021, an average of 4,417 miles a year.
Has LA06 TFY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA06 TFY has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LA06 TFY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 Dec 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LA06 TFY find?
LA06 TFY failed its latest MOT on 7 Dec 2021 with 1 dangerous defect, 3 major defects and 1 minor defect: nearside front inner tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; driver's door does not latch securely closed; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction, and 2 more.

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