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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 1996 · 1,595 cc

P433 GDBMOT history

P433 GDB is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Aug 1996. Its MOT expired on 24 Nov 2023 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 81,634 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Nov 2023
Mileage
81,634 mi
At MOT on 25 Nov 2022
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,359 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P433 GDB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
1 Aug 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
25 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

P433 GDB was last recorded at 81,634 miles on 25 Nov 2022, 4,050 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Sept 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Jul 2011: 53,553 miles, lower than 70,420 miles on 27 Jul 2010.

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
77,584 miles · 21 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
4,050 miles
Average per year
2,359 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 81,634 miles
  • 2021 – 77,584 miles
  • 2020 – 77,535 miles
  • 2019 – 75,535 miles
  • 2018 – 72,580 miles
  • 2017 – 70,193 miles
  • 2016 – 66,662 miles
  • 2015 – 64,006 miles
  • 2014 – 61,420 miles
  • 2013 – 58,623 miles
  • 2012 – 55,246 miles
  • 2011 – 53,553 miles
  • 2010 – 70,420 miles
  • 2009 – 48,983 miles
  • 2008 – 46,737 miles
  • 2007 – 44,959 miles
  • 2006 – 43,147 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,634 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section clamp leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2011

Full MOT history

21 tests since 3 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,634 miles (+4,050)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    81,634 miles
    Test number
    785997212875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass77,584 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    77,584 miles
    Test number
    620017721147
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section clamp leaking (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail77,582 miles (+47)10 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,582 miles
    Test number
    933937480987
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt loose fit (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheel arch corroded. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Under body section corroded. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen Both front washer jets misaligned. (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section clamp leaking (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail77,535 miles (+2,000)3 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,535 miles
    Test number
    648195030017
    • MajorNearside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass75,535 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    75,535 miles
    Test number
    360503684836

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail75,516 miles (+2,936)1 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,516 miles
    Test number
    103579125094
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  7. Pass72,580 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    72,580 miles
    Test number
    968152834462
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail72,574 miles (+2,381)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,574 miles
    Test number
    621766188490
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass70,193 miles (+3,531)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    70,193 miles
    Test number
    834348275363
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass66,662 miles (+2,656)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    66,662 miles
    Test number
    663025649904
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Fail64,006 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,006 miles
    Test number
    398275525206
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  12. Pass64,006 miles (+2,586)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    64,006 miles
    Test number
    949105325260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass61,420 miles (+2,797)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    61,420 miles
    Test number
    156355324204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass58,623 miles (+3,377)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    58,623 miles
    Test number
    776579313257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass55,246 miles (+1,693)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    55,246 miles
    Test number
    269619212211
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  16. Pass53,553 miles (-16,867)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    53,553 miles
    Test number
    656108381169
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  17. Pass70,420 miles (+21,437)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    70,420 miles
    Test number
    201828200232
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteNear side rear tyre slight cracking to sidewalls

  18. Pass48,983 miles (+2,246)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    48,983 miles
    Test number
    273507589451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass46,737 miles (+1,778)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    46,737 miles
    Test number
    733410108230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass44,959 miles (+1,812)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    44,959 miles
    Test number
    443935517267
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  21. Pass43,147 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    43,147 miles
    Test number
    404285416251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P433 GDB

Does P433 GDB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P433 GDB expired on 24 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P433 GDB?
The MOT on P433 GDB expired on 24 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P433 GDB done?
P433 GDB was recorded at 81,634 miles at its MOT on 25 Nov 2022, an average of 2,359 miles a year.
Has P433 GDB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P433 GDB has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on P433 GDB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 Jul 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on P433 GDB find?
P433 GDB passed its latest MOT on 25 Nov 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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