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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 1997 · 1,390 cc

P472 DAWMOT history

P472 DAW is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT expired on 2 May 2026 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 76,589 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 2 May 2026
Mileage
76,589 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2025
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,102 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P472 DAW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 May 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

P472 DAW was last recorded at 76,589 miles on 29 Apr 2025, 7,903 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,686 miles · 3 May 2024
Between the last two tests
7,903 miles
Average per year
2,102 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 76,589 miles
  • 2024 – 68,686 miles
  • 2017 – 68,654 miles
  • 2015 – 68,474 miles
  • 2013 – 59,181 miles
  • 2012 – 51,941 miles
  • 2011 – 51,764 miles
  • 2010 – 51,640 miles
  • 2009 – 51,473 miles
  • 2008 – 50,616 miles
  • 2007 – 47,229 miles
  • 2006 – 36,905 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,589 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Rear exhaust corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

16 tests since 14 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,589 miles (+7,903)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2026
    Odometer
    76,589 miles
    Test number
    245855826300
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass68,686 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2025
    Odometer
    68,686 miles
    Test number
    713193548616

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail68,685 miles (+31)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,685 miles
    Test number
    473100915431
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass68,654 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    68,654 miles
    Test number
    595136281934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail68,654 miles (+180)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,654 miles
    Test number
    776462312512
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)

  6. Pass68,474 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    68,474 miles
    Test number
    586746182928
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  7. Fail68,474 miles (+9,293)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,474 miles
    Test number
    210188758316
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  8. Pass59,181 miles (+7,240)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    59,181 miles
    Test number
    486731673155
    • NoteExhaust system corroded

  9. Pass51,941 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    51,941 miles
    Test number
    339907662153
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail51,924 miles (+160)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,924 miles
    Test number
    558507862161
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass51,764 miles (+124)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    51,764 miles
    Test number
    618661461137
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass51,640 miles (+167)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    51,640 miles
    Test number
    382741460186
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass51,473 miles (+857)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    51,473 miles
    Test number
    973622369102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass50,616 miles (+3,387)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    50,616 miles
    Test number
    854267358176
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass47,229 miles (+10,324)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    47,229 miles
    Test number
    373751477103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass36,905 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    36,905 miles
    Test number
    830405166122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P472 DAW

Does P472 DAW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P472 DAW expired on 2 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P472 DAW?
The MOT on P472 DAW expired on 2 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P472 DAW done?
P472 DAW was recorded at 76,589 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2025, an average of 2,102 miles a year.
Has P472 DAW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P472 DAW has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 3 May 2024.
Has the mileage on P472 DAW 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 P472 DAW find?
P472 DAW passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2025 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; oil leak, but not excessive.

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