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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,390 cc

R129 VSBMOT history

R129 VSB is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 15 Apr 1998. Its MOT expired on 11 Aug 2025 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 118,578 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Aug 2025
Mileage
118,578 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2024
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,944 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R129 VSB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
15 Apr 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

R129 VSB was last recorded at 118,578 miles on 12 Aug 2024, 295 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,283 miles · 5 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
295 miles
Average per year
1,944 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 118,578 miles
  • 2023 – 118,283 miles
  • 2022 – 117,956 miles
  • 2021 – 117,578 miles
  • 2020 – 116,737 miles
  • 2019 – 115,970 miles
  • 2018 – 112,813 miles
  • 2017 – 108,514 miles
  • 2016 – 103,411 miles
  • 2015 – 96,265 miles
  • 2014 – 93,962 miles
  • 2013 – 92,236 miles
  • 2012 – 89,881 miles
  • 2011 – 88,026 miles
  • 2010 – 86,680 miles
  • 2009 – 85,422 miles
  • 2008 – 84,734 miles
  • 2007 – 84,144 miles
  • 2006 – 83,520 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,578 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryBoth sills very rustyRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2017
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust leak
  • AdvisorySuspension rusty
  • AdvisoryUnderside very rusty

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.

  • Corrosion throughout vehicle

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2016–2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

Full MOT history

27 tests since 31 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,578 miles (+295)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    118,578 miles
    Test number
    789947762311
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth sills very rusty
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust leak
    • AdvisorySuspension rusty
    • AdvisoryUnderside very rusty

  2. Pass118,283 miles (+327)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    118,283 miles
    Test number
    338636726482
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension corroded

  3. Pass117,956 miles (+378)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    117,956 miles
    Test number
    754718921002
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills very corroded
    • AdvisoryCorrosion throughout vehicle
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside front floor excessively corroded but not within 30cm

  4. Pass117,578 miles (+841)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    117,578 miles
    Test number
    738643644791
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass116,737 miles (+767)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    116,737 miles
    Test number
    918824565772
    • AdvisoryBoth sills very rusty
    • AdvisoryVery slight blow exhaust

  6. Pass115,970 miles (+131)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    115,970 miles
    Test number
    453327693475
    • AdvisoryRear floor rusty

  7. Pass115,839 miles (+3,026)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    115,839 miles
    Test number
    155096587806
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower suspension arm rear most bushes poor
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel bearings slight play
    • AdvisoryBoth sills corroded inner and outer
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust slight blow
    • AdvisoryCorrosion throughout vehicle
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads getting low
    • AdvisoryOffside front floor excessively corroded - not within 30cm

  8. Pass112,813 miles (+4,299)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    112,813 miles
    Test number
    135608055856
    • AdvisoryNearside front lower arm rear bush worn
    • AdvisoryOffside inner sill excessively corroded but not within 30cm
    • AdvisoryCorrosion throughout vehicle
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads low

  9. Pass108,514 miles (+25)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    108,514 miles
    Test number
    480763334644
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses cracking
    • AdvisorySlight play nsr wheel bearing

  10. Fail108,489 miles (+5,078)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,489 miles
    Test number
    704273336153
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 1557013 (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses cracking
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches rusty
    • AdvisoryBoth sills very rusty
    • AdvisoryOsf tyre worn on edge
    • AdvisorySlight play nsr wheel bearing

  11. Pass103,411 miles (+34)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    103,411 miles
    Test number
    249964091471
    • AdvisoryCorrosion throughout vehicle
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate poor condition

  12. Fail103,377 miles (+7,112)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,377 miles
    Test number
    553623784267
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 155/70 r13 (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSeat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Nearside inner sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Nearside rear wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion throughout vehicle
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate poor condition

  13. Pass96,265 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    96,265 miles
    Test number
    589836615261
    • NoteSills and arches corroded front tyres on limit general underbody corrosion

  14. Fail96,265 miles (+2,303)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,265 miles
    Test number
    935106815224
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • NoteSills and arches corroded front tyres on limit general underbody corrosion

  15. Pass93,962 miles (+1,726)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    93,962 miles
    Test number
    807437694123
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth sills and rear wheel arches

  16. Pass92,236 miles (+2,355)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    92,236 miles
    Test number
    869206003200
    • NoteBoth rear wheel arches rusty
    • NoteO/s sill rusty

  17. Pass89,881 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    89,881 miles
    Test number
    299572992178
    • NoteSills corroded rear arches corroded

  18. FailMileage not read2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    529361792121
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSills corroded rear arches corroded

  19. Pass88,026 miles (+1,346)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    88,026 miles
    Test number
    128386601283
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass86,680 miles (+1,258)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    86,680 miles
    Test number
    553424910243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside front wheel rim slight damage
    • NoteSlight play rackends
    • NoteSlight play steering column universal joint
    • NoteSuspect slight misfire

  21. Pass85,422 miles (+688)5 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    85,422 miles
    Test number
    763941519265
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAdvanced travel handbrake
    • NoteBoth outer sills and rear wheel arches getting rusty
    • NoteHandbrake cables outer casings deteriating
    • NoteSlight play steering column
    • NoteSlight rust offside centre floor

  22. Pass84,734 miles6 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    84,734 miles
    Test number
    413629418291
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteDrivers seatbelt slow to retract
    • NoteSlight damage nearside front wheel rim
    • NoteSlight play rear wheel bearings
    • NoteSlight play steering column universal joints
    • NoteSlight rust outer sills

  23. Fail84,734 miles (+590)1 failure7 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,734 miles
    Test number
    880859518226
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteDrivers seatbelt slow to retract
    • NoteSlight damage nearside front wheel rim
    • NoteSlight play rear wheel bearings
    • NoteSlight play steering column universal joints
    • NoteSlight rust outer sills

  24. Pass84,144 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    84,144 miles
    Test number
    321148317462
    • NoteAdvise notes same as note number 541448317298

  25. Fail84,144 miles (+624)3 failures6 advisories8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,144 miles
    Test number
    541448317298
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAdvanced travel handbrake
    • NoteOffside rear tyre getting perished
    • NoteSlight damage offside outer sill and slight rust both outer sills
    • NoteSlight distortion front brakes
    • NoteSlight play steering column universal joint
    • NoteSlight play steering rack
    • NoteSlight wear front brake discs

  26. Pass83,520 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    83,520 miles
    Test number
    492113516253
    • NoteSame advises as advise note number 542122316282

  27. Fail83,520 miles1 failure1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,520 miles
    Test number
    542122316282
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAdvanced travel handbrake
    • NoteFront brake pads are getting low
    • NoteSlight damage nearside rear tyre outer wall
    • NoteSlight damage windscreen
    • NoteSlight play steering column universal joint

Questions about R129 VSB

Does R129 VSB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R129 VSB expired on 11 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R129 VSB?
The MOT on R129 VSB expired on 11 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R129 VSB done?
R129 VSB was recorded at 118,578 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2024, an average of 1,944 miles a year.
Has R129 VSB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R129 VSB has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jul 2017.
Has the mileage on R129 VSB 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 R129 VSB find?
R129 VSB passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2024 with 5 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; both sills very rusty; rear exhaust leak, and 2 more.

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