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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 1,390 cc

S34 APLMOT history

S34 APL is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 16 Jan 2023 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 90,848 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Jan 2023
Mileage
90,848 mi
At MOT on 11 Jan 2022
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,748 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S34 APL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
11 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S34 APL was last recorded at 90,848 miles on 11 Jan 2022, 5,796 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,052 miles · 6 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
5,796 miles
Average per year
2,748 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 90,848 miles
  • 2021 – 85,052 miles
  • 2019 – 80,921 miles
  • 2018 – 79,015 miles
  • 2017 – 77,375 miles
  • 2015 – 73,687 miles
  • 2014 – 69,130 miles
  • 2013 – 67,449 miles
  • 2012 – 65,748 miles
  • 2011 – 64,078 miles
  • 2010 – 62,031 miles
  • 2009 – 59,812 miles
  • 2008 – 55,072 miles
  • 2007 – 50,812 miles
  • 2006 – 47,450 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,848 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass90,848 miles (+5,796)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    90,848 miles
    Test number
    602058604719
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass85,052 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    85,052 miles
    Test number
    745887319123
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail85,052 miles (+4,131)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,052 miles
    Test number
    769323065647
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass80,921 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    80,921 miles
    Test number
    168702619895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail80,921 miles (+1,906)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,921 miles
    Test number
    526620577552
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass79,015 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    79,015 miles
    Test number
    214321604533

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail79,013 miles (+1,638)3 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,013 miles
    Test number
    863626530614
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass77,375 miles (+3,688)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    77,375 miles
    Test number
    950647960703
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both devoid of tread on inside edge (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass73,687 miles (+4,557)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    73,687 miles
    Test number
    876298607801
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  10. Pass69,130 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    69,130 miles
    Test number
    855218184255
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Fail69,130 miles (+1,681)2 failures1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,130 miles
    Test number
    269818484237
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass67,449 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    67,449 miles
    Test number
    395160123295
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail67,449 miles (+1,701)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,449 miles
    Test number
    445170123245
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass65,748 miles (+1,670)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    65,748 miles
    Test number
    479252872150
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear exhaust box deterioating

  15. Pass64,078 miles (+2,047)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    64,078 miles
    Test number
    195630791476
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  16. Pass62,031 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    62,031 miles
    Test number
    192181890043
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  17. Fail62,029 miles (+2,217)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,029 miles
    Test number
    100951090456
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  18. Fail59,812 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,812 miles
    Test number
    292297739079
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass59,812 miles (+4,740)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    59,812 miles
    Test number
    680467139033
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass55,072 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    55,072 miles
    Test number
    281062838073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail55,072 miles (+4,260)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,072 miles
    Test number
    680512838096
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)

  22. Pass50,812 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    50,812 miles
    Test number
    274653777035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail50,812 miles (+3,362)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,812 miles
    Test number
    493343877095
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass47,450 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    47,450 miles
    Test number
    121686386447
    • NoteBattery not secured to tray (re-secured at station)

Questions about S34 APL

Does S34 APL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S34 APL expired on 16 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S34 APL?
The MOT on S34 APL expired on 16 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S34 APL done?
S34 APL was recorded at 90,848 miles at its MOT on 11 Jan 2022, an average of 2,748 miles a year.
Has S34 APL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S34 APL has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on S34 APL 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 S34 APL find?
S34 APL passed its latest MOT on 11 Jan 2022 with 1 minor defect: nearside front direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light.

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