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Volkswagen Polo

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 1,390 cc

R686 GKPMOT history

R686 GKP is a green petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 3 Jul 1998. Its MOT expired on 3 Nov 2021 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 141,345 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Nov 2021
Mileage
141,345 mi
At MOT on 2 Nov 2021
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,010 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R686 GKP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
3 Jul 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Nov 2021
Latest MOT test
2 Nov 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

R686 GKP was last recorded at 141,345 miles on 2 Nov 2021, 2,902 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,443 miles · 4 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
2,902 miles
Average per year
7,010 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 141,345 miles
  • 2020 – 138,443 miles
  • 2019 – 134,939 miles
  • 2018 – 128,587 miles
  • 2017 – 120,915 miles
  • 2016 – 112,719 miles
  • 2015 – 103,089 miles
  • 2014 – 92,752 miles
  • 2013 – 85,731 miles
  • 2012 – 77,992 miles
  • 2011 – 69,393 miles
  • 2010 – 61,477 miles
  • 2009 – 54,459 miles
  • 2008 – 47,969 miles
  • 2007 – 39,621 miles
  • 2006 – 32,348 miles
  • 2005 – 28,202 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail141,345 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner & outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2008–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 12 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail141,345 miles (+2,902)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,345 miles
    Test number
    234864966242
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner & outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass138,443 miles (+3,504)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    138,443 miles
    Test number
    655389168142
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass134,939 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    134,939 miles
    Test number
    665808725210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail134,939 miles (+6,352)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,939 miles
    Test number
    100217007125
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wing (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass128,587 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    128,587 miles
    Test number
    369326256026
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail128,586 miles (+7,671)1 dangerous5 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,586 miles
    Test number
    425721588585
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass120,915 miles (+8,196)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    120,915 miles
    Test number
    291018936063
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  8. Pass112,719 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    112,719 miles
    Test number
    360988950598
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  9. Fail112,719 miles (+9,630)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,719 miles
    Test number
    881418197319
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass103,089 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    103,089 miles
    Test number
    408328373084
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryService brake has only just met the requirements 52%

  11. Fail103,089 miles (+10,337)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,089 miles
    Test number
    631722655018
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryService brake has only just met the requirements 52%

  12. Pass92,752 miles (+7,021)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    92,752 miles
    Test number
    295563934273
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteCorrosion found nearside rear side sill

  13. Pass85,731 miles (+7,739)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    85,731 miles
    Test number
    879756223203
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass77,992 miles (+8,599)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    77,992 miles
    Test number
    395996322299
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass69,393 miles (+7,916)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    69,393 miles
    Test number
    189748831225
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass61,477 miles (+7,018)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    61,477 miles
    Test number
    330647330412
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass54,459 miles (+6,490)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    54,459 miles
    Test number
    454378939202
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  18. Pass47,969 miles (+8,348)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    47,969 miles
    Test number
    862087628223
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass39,621 miles (+7,273)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    39,621 miles
    Test number
    362084457290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass32,348 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    32,348 miles
    Test number
    440495356206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail32,348 miles (+4,146)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,348 miles
    Test number
    701915856273
    • DangerousNearside Rear rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

  22. Pass28,202 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    28,202 miles
    Test number
    111775155207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R686 GKP

Does R686 GKP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R686 GKP expired on 3 Nov 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R686 GKP?
The MOT on R686 GKP expired on 3 Nov 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R686 GKP done?
R686 GKP was recorded at 141,345 miles at its MOT on 2 Nov 2021, an average of 7,010 miles a year.
Has R686 GKP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R686 GKP has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on R686 GKP 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 R686 GKP find?
R686 GKP failed its latest MOT on 2 Nov 2021 with 5 major defects, 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front brake hose excessively deteriorated; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner & outer sill; offside front brake hose excessively deteriorated, and 6 more.

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