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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 999 cc

S34 UAWMOT history

S34 UAW is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 15 Jan 2024 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 69,907 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Jan 2024
Mileage
69,907 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2024
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,458 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S34 UAW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

S34 UAW was last recorded at 69,907 miles on 15 Jan 2024, 1,514 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,393 miles · 16 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
1,514 miles
Average per year
2,458 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 69,907 miles
  • 2023 – 68,393 miles
  • 2022 – 65,058 miles
  • 2020 – 62,871 miles
  • 2019 – 59,713 miles
  • 2018 – 57,464 miles
  • 2017 – 55,059 miles
  • 2016 – 53,241 miles
  • 2015 – 51,621 miles
  • 2014 – 48,758 miles
  • 2013 – 46,471 miles
  • 2012 – 43,773 miles
  • 2011 – 41,026 miles
  • 2010 – 38,732 miles
  • 2009 – 35,948 miles
  • 2008 – 33,233 miles
  • 2007 – 30,383 miles
  • 2006 – 26,783 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail69,907 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Cat (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside SILL CORRODED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 30 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail69,907 miles (+1,514)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,907 miles
    Test number
    549060861579
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Cat (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass68,393 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    68,393 miles
    Test number
    705555661664
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  3. Fail68,393 miles (+3,335)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,393 miles
    Test number
    632627085399
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  4. Pass65,058 miles (+22)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    65,058 miles
    Test number
    520384078171
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside SILL CORRODED
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail65,036 miles (+2,165)1 dangerous7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,036 miles
    Test number
    432289735401
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside SILL CORRODED
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass62,871 miles (+3,158)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    62,871 miles
    Test number
    195210676397
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass59,713 miles (+2,249)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    59,713 miles
    Test number
    121170047869
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass57,464 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    57,464 miles
    Test number
    870924858809
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower suspension arm corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust slight blow

  9. Fail57,464 miles (+2,405)3 major2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,464 miles
    Test number
    326312938029
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower suspension arm corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust slight blow

  10. Pass55,059 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    55,059 miles
    Test number
    743896549582
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Fail55,059 miles (+1,818)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,059 miles
    Test number
    968928611446
    • Repaired at testCentral Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass53,241 miles (+1,620)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    53,241 miles
    Test number
    790234050604
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded on inside edge.

  13. Pass51,621 miles (+2,863)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    51,621 miles
    Test number
    346731665126
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded on inside edge.

  14. Pass48,758 miles (+2,287)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    48,758 miles
    Test number
    215367274117
    • NoteCentre and rear exhuast mounting slightly perished.

  15. Pass46,471 miles (+2,698)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    46,471 miles
    Test number
    559270373135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass43,773 miles (+2,747)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    43,773 miles
    Test number
    428058172115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass41,026 miles (+2,294)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    41,026 miles
    Test number
    278254571142
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  18. Pass38,732 miles (+2,784)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    38,732 miles
    Test number
    423238760173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass35,948 miles (+2,715)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    35,948 miles
    Test number
    614750689189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  20. Pass33,233 miles (+2,850)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    33,233 miles
    Test number
    703759378199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass30,383 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    30,383 miles
    Test number
    374350687128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail30,383 miles (+3,600)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,383 miles
    Test number
    940930387148
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass26,783 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    26,783 miles
    Test number
    204891386456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S34 UAW

Does S34 UAW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S34 UAW expired on 15 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S34 UAW?
The MOT on S34 UAW expired on 15 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S34 UAW done?
S34 UAW was recorded at 69,907 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2024, an average of 2,458 miles a year.
Has S34 UAW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S34 UAW has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on S34 UAW 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 UAW find?
S34 UAW failed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2024 with 4 major defects: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases cat; nearside rear sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn, and 1 more.

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