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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

R16 AVWMOT history

R16 AVW is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 10 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 78,448 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Dec 2026
Mileage
78,448 mi
At MOT on 22 Dec 2021
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,340 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R16 AVW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

R16 AVW was last recorded at 78,448 miles on 22 Dec 2021, 2,536 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,912 miles · 29 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
2,536 miles
Average per year
3,340 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 78,448 miles
  • 2020 – 75,912 miles
  • 2019 – 71,114 miles
  • 2018 – 61,355 miles
  • 2017 – 55,861 miles
  • 2016 – 54,514 miles
  • 2015 – 51,838 miles
  • 2014 – 49,203 miles
  • 2013 – 46,836 miles
  • 2012 – 43,708 miles
  • 2011 – 40,833 miles
  • 2010 – 38,494 miles
  • 2009 – 35,758 miles
  • 2008 – 33,027 miles
  • 2007 – 29,941 miles
  • 2006 – 27,039 miles
  • 2005 – 24,864 miles

What the latest MOT found

PassPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2005–2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 7 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    204106521560
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. FailMileage not read1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    136053532806
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    128169638477
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    980584230612
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    406083854039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. FailMileage not read1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    710653476687
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass78,448 miles (+2,536)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    78,448 miles
    Test number
    855814936645
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracked (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracked (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass75,912 miles (+4,798)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    75,912 miles
    Test number
    344154253054
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass71,114 miles (+41)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    71,114 miles
    Test number
    145700139798
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Fail71,073 miles (+9,718)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,073 miles
    Test number
    264202680811
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass61,355 miles (+5,494)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    61,355 miles
    Test number
    643039753307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass55,861 miles (+1,347)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    55,861 miles
    Test number
    404173493953

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass54,514 miles (+2,676)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    54,514 miles
    Test number
    972559278219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass51,838 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    51,838 miles
    Test number
    655405923357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail51,838 miles (+2,635)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,838 miles
    Test number
    778712411574
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass49,203 miles (+2,367)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    49,203 miles
    Test number
    495679624350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass46,836 miles (+3,128)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    46,836 miles
    Test number
    856771733384
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass43,708 miles (+2,875)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    43,708 miles
    Test number
    668124032323
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBattery showing signs of leaking
    • NoteO/s/r tyre sawwing

  19. Pass40,833 miles (+2,339)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    40,833 miles
    Test number
    517774531334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass38,494 miles (+2,736)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    38,494 miles
    Test number
    171315530329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass35,758 miles (+2,731)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    35,758 miles
    Test number
    142661249324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass33,027 miles (+3,086)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    33,027 miles
    Test number
    492090738411
    • 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)

  23. Pass29,941 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    29,941 miles
    Test number
    871207917345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail29,941 miles (+2,902)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,941 miles
    Test number
    261237817384
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  25. Pass27,039 miles (+2,175)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    27,039 miles
    Test number
    712853836397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass24,864 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    24,864 miles
    Test number
    443081545314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail24,863 miles1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,863 miles
    Test number
    432611145355
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about R16 AVW

Does R16 AVW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R16 AVW is valid until 28 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on R16 AVW?
The MOT on R16 AVW is valid until 28 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R16 AVW done?
R16 AVW was recorded at 78,448 miles at its MOT on 22 Dec 2021, an average of 3,340 miles a year.
Has R16 AVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R16 AVW has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on R16 AVW 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 R16 AVW find?
R16 AVW passed its latest MOT on 22 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside front outer tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated.

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