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Volkswagen Polo

Green · Petrol · 1996 · 1,390 cc

P431 PGOMOT history

P431 PGO is a green petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 20 Aug 1996. Its MOT expired on 17 Aug 2023 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 91,441 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Aug 2023
Mileage
91,441 mi
At MOT on 31 Jan 2024
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,379 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P431 PGO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
20 Aug 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
31 Jan 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

P431 PGO was last recorded at 91,441 miles on 31 Jan 2024, 2,923 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,518 miles · 13 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
2,923 miles
Average per year
2,379 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 91,441 miles
  • 2022 – 88,518 miles
  • 2021 – 86,007 miles
  • 2020 – 85,030 miles
  • 2019 – 82,009 miles
  • 2018 – 78,026 miles
  • 2017 – 72,997 miles
  • 2016 – 71,048 miles
  • 2015 – 70,453 miles
  • 2014 – 69,590 miles
  • 2013 – 68,557 miles
  • 2012 – 67,540 miles
  • 2011 – 65,565 miles
  • 2010 – 63,280 miles
  • 2009 – 57,166 miles
  • 2008 – 53,363 miles
  • 2007 – 50,985 miles
  • 2006 – 49,213 miles
  • 2005 – 47,507 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail91,441 miles
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT failures mean

Full MOT history

24 tests since 13 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail91,441 miles (+2,923)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,441 miles
    Test number
    812283383923
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass88,518 miles (+2,511)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    88,518 miles
    Test number
    944517472148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass86,007 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    86,007 miles
    Test number
    206565180964

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail86,007 miles (+977)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,007 miles
    Test number
    450264357653
    • Repaired at testBrake load sensing valve linkage obviously incorrectly adjusted (1.1.17 (b))

  5. Pass85,030 miles (+3,021)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    85,030 miles
    Test number
    156681564064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass82,009 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    82,009 miles
    Test number
    764588380764
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail82,009 miles (+3,983)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,009 miles
    Test number
    193010071145
    • Repaired at testExhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake insecure (1.1.21 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass78,026 miles (+5,029)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    78,026 miles
    Test number
    491300338986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass72,997 miles (+1,949)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    72,997 miles
    Test number
    657275408952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass71,048 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    71,048 miles
    Test number
    980992682289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail71,048 miles (+595)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,048 miles
    Test number
    298856393690
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  12. Pass70,453 miles (+863)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    70,453 miles
    Test number
    649001325271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass69,590 miles (+1,033)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    69,590 miles
    Test number
    516338524256
    • NoteBoth rear wheel bearings a bit noisy.

  14. Pass68,557 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    68,557 miles
    Test number
    988991823218
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

  15. Fail68,557 miles (+1,017)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,557 miles
    Test number
    996071723242
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

  16. Pass67,540 miles (+1,975)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    67,540 miles
    Test number
    245989822234
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass65,565 miles (+2,285)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    65,565 miles
    Test number
    165659921226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass63,280 miles (+6,114)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    63,280 miles
    Test number
    960990430257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass57,166 miles (+3,803)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    57,166 miles
    Test number
    381100419249
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Fail53,363 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,363 miles
    Test number
    190732428297
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

  21. Pass53,363 miles (+2,378)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    53,363 miles
    Test number
    734942328266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass50,985 miles (+1,772)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    50,985 miles
    Test number
    731107327201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass49,213 miles (+1,706)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    49,213 miles
    Test number
    692634326245
    • NoteCoolant leak

  24. Pass47,507 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    47,507 miles
    Test number
    741755025277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P431 PGO

Does P431 PGO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P431 PGO expired on 17 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P431 PGO?
The MOT on P431 PGO expired on 17 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P431 PGO done?
P431 PGO was recorded at 91,441 miles at its MOT on 31 Jan 2024, an average of 2,379 miles a year.
Has P431 PGO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P431 PGO has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on P431 PGO 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 P431 PGO find?
P431 PGO failed its latest MOT on 31 Jan 2024 with 5 major defects, 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: emissions unable to be completed; exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak; nearside front tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords, and 5 more.

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