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Volkswagen Polo

Green · Petrol · 1997 · 1,598 cc

P765 KJBMOT history

P765 KJB is a green petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 10 May 1997. Its MOT expired on 19 Dec 2024 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 131,376 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Dec 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Dec 2024
Mileage
131,376 mi
At MOT on 20 Dec 2023
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,949 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P765 KJB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
10 May 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
20 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

P765 KJB was last recorded at 131,376 miles on 20 Dec 2023, 2,492 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,884 miles · 29 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
2,492 miles
Average per year
4,949 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 131,376 miles
  • 2022 – 128,884 miles
  • 2021 – 128,228 miles
  • 2020 – 126,173 miles
  • 2019 – 122,556 miles
  • 2018 – 115,737 miles
  • 2017 – 104,729 miles
  • 2016 – 93,729 miles
  • 2015 – 81,555 miles
  • 2014 – 77,153 miles
  • 2013 – 72,904 miles
  • 2012 – 68,680 miles
  • 2011 – 65,422 miles
  • 2010 – 61,469 miles
  • 2009 – 58,608 miles
  • 2008 – 51,220 miles
  • 2007 – 47,476 miles
  • 2006 – 44,128 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,376 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear both rear sills corroded
  • AdvisoryHandbrake travel close to fail

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside & offside front McPherson strutts top mounts have slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 4 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,376 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    131,376 miles
    Test number
    904595355517
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both rear sills corroded
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel close to fail

  2. Fail131,376 miles (+2,492)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,376 miles
    Test number
    779325955202
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both rear sills corroded
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel close to fail

  3. Pass128,884 miles (+656)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    128,884 miles
    Test number
    709556870885
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security nearside & offside arches corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever travel just within the maximum allowed
    • AdvisorySuspension & braking components corroded

  4. Pass128,228 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    128,228 miles
    Test number
    280765184588
    • AdvisoryNearside & offside rear wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail128,228 miles (+2,055)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,228 miles
    Test number
    524794850864
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside & offside rear wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass126,173 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    126,173 miles
    Test number
    693743797414
    • AdvisoryNearside & offside front McPherson strutts top mounts have slight play
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail126,173 miles (+3,617)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,173 miles
    Test number
    142837831333
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 185/55 14 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside & offside front McPherson strutts top mounts have slight play
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass122,556 miles (+35)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    122,556 miles
    Test number
    922606685525
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner tyre wearing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front window does not work
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer sills corroding
    • AdvisoryBattery slightly insecure but not likely to caues a short circuit
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Fail122,521 miles (+6,784)6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,521 miles
    Test number
    557133110314
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner tyre wearing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front window does not work
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer sills corroding
    • AdvisoryBattery slightly insecure but not likely to caues a short circuit
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass115,737 miles (+11,008)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    115,737 miles
    Test number
    575181059179
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass104,729 miles (+11,000)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    104,729 miles
    Test number
    459661261385
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment nearside & offside (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre deteriorating
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play nearside & offside (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisorySlight knock coming from steering on lock to lock, components are covered

  12. Pass93,729 miles (+45)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    93,729 miles
    Test number
    547691535803
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' chip (8.3.1a)

  13. Fail93,684 miles (+12,129)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,684 miles
    Test number
    305835578570
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust clamps detriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' chip (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass81,555 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    81,555 miles
    Test number
    697505229724
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNail in n/s/r tyre

  15. Fail81,549 miles (+4,396)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,549 miles
    Test number
    415737912951
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNail in n/s/r tyre

  16. Pass77,153 miles (+4,249)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    77,153 miles
    Test number
    396163314495
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  17. Pass72,904 miles (+4,224)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    72,904 miles
    Test number
    875550393100
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing edges
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing edges

  18. Pass68,680 miles (+3,258)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    68,680 miles
    Test number
    107081382161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass65,422 miles (+3,953)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    65,422 miles
    Test number
    446636081176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass61,469 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2011
    Odometer
    61,469 miles
    Test number
    134373330160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail61,469 miles (+2,861)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,469 miles
    Test number
    592203930168
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass58,608 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2010
    Odometer
    58,608 miles
    Test number
    192447229141
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

  23. Fail58,608 miles (+7,388)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,608 miles
    Test number
    441537529109
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

  24. Pass51,220 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2009
    Odometer
    51,220 miles
    Test number
    414776818163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail51,220 miles (+3,744)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,220 miles
    Test number
    463636518112
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass47,476 miles (+3,348)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2008
    Odometer
    47,476 miles
    Test number
    661531827102
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished.
    • NoteN/S/F Tyre low on inner edge.
    • NoteSlight blow from rear exhaust joint.
    • NoteStone damage to windscreen.

  27. Pass44,128 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2007
    Odometer
    44,128 miles
    Test number
    164695626159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail44,128 miles4 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,128 miles
    Test number
    443164626174
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureNearside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • NoteFront number plate in poor condition
    • NoteNail in n/s/f tyre
    • NoteSlight blow from center exhaust
    • NoteStonedamage to windscreen

Questions about P765 KJB

Does P765 KJB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P765 KJB expired on 19 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P765 KJB?
The MOT on P765 KJB expired on 19 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P765 KJB done?
P765 KJB was recorded at 131,376 miles at its MOT on 20 Dec 2023, an average of 4,949 miles a year.
Has P765 KJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P765 KJB has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on P765 KJB 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 P765 KJB find?
P765 KJB passed its latest MOT on 20 Dec 2023 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front road wheel slightly distorted; rear both rear sills corroded, and 1 more.

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