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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 1997 · 1,598 cc

P258 RYTMOT history

P258 RYT is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 24 Jan 1997. Its MOT expired on 22 Jun 2024 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 74,946 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jun 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Jun 2024
Mileage
74,946 mi
At MOT on 21 Jun 2023
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,165 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P258 RYT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
24 Jan 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
21 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

P258 RYT was last recorded at 74,946 miles on 21 Jun 2023, 4,545 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,401 miles · 23 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
4,545 miles
Average per year
3,165 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 74,946 miles
  • 2022 – 70,401 miles
  • 2021 – 69,007 miles
  • 2020 – 68,692 miles
  • 2019 – 65,966 miles
  • 2018 – 58,229 miles
  • 2017 – 54,975 miles
  • 2016 – 51,095 miles
  • 2015 – 46,095 miles
  • 2014 – 41,067 miles
  • 2013 – 35,895 miles
  • 2012 – 30,612 miles
  • 2010 – 25,368 miles
  • 2009 – 21,762 miles
  • 2008 – 20,969 miles
  • 2007 – 20,611 miles
  • 2006 – 19,704 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,946 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (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.

  • Coolant leak thermostat housing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer to mid pipe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 6 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,946 miles (+4,545)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    74,946 miles
    Test number
    812698700030
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass70,401 miles (+3)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    70,401 miles
    Test number
    382582165604
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak thermostat housing
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer to mid pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive n/s/f driveshaft oil seal & gear selector seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail70,398 miles (+1,391)1 dangerous5 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,398 miles
    Test number
    873988712472
    • DangerousOffside Upper Engine mounting excessively loose (6.1.8 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak thermostat housing
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer to mid pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive n/s/f driveshaft oil seal & gear selector seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass69,007 miles (+315)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    69,007 miles
    Test number
    940753259716
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight oil leak from gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass68,692 miles (+2,726)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    68,692 miles
    Test number
    162098112011
    • 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))

  6. Pass65,966 miles (+7,737)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    65,966 miles
    Test number
    586444676057
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass58,229 miles (+3,254)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    58,229 miles
    Test number
    103205619447
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp corroded on front and leak from rear clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Road wheel slightly distorted both front wheels (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAuxiliary belt perished

  8. Pass54,975 miles (+3,880)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    54,975 miles
    Test number
    592157738087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass51,095 miles (+5,000)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    51,095 miles
    Test number
    751509118205
    • AdvisoryAdvised knocking from steering column

  10. Pass46,095 miles (+5,028)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    46,095 miles
    Test number
    359574935060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass41,067 miles (+5,172)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    41,067 miles
    Test number
    528745934069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass35,895 miles (+5,283)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    35,895 miles
    Test number
    546749733033
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre has cracks in sidewall

  13. Pass30,612 miles (+5,244)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    30,612 miles
    Test number
    639637632072
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteO/s steering arm

  14. Pass25,368 miles (+1,753)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    25,368 miles
    Test number
    731984750392
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass23,615 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    23,615 miles
    Test number
    153367900402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail23,612 miles (+1,850)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,612 miles
    Test number
    872245200088
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass21,762 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    21,762 miles
    Test number
    860426309075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail21,758 miles (+789)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,758 miles
    Test number
    664226009070
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  19. Pass20,969 miles (+358)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    20,969 miles
    Test number
    112804808064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass20,611 miles (+907)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    20,611 miles
    Test number
    921675107086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass19,704 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    19,704 miles
    Test number
    942326606095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P258 RYT

Does P258 RYT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P258 RYT expired on 22 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P258 RYT?
The MOT on P258 RYT expired on 22 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P258 RYT done?
P258 RYT was recorded at 74,946 miles at its MOT on 21 Jun 2023, an average of 3,165 miles a year.
Has P258 RYT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P258 RYT has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on P258 RYT 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 P258 RYT find?
P258 RYT passed its latest MOT on 21 Jun 2023 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive engine; oil leak, but not excessive gearbox.

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