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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

T12 MPSMOT history

T12 MPS is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 2 Dec 2004. Its MOT expired on 16 Feb 2023 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 85,999 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Feb 2023
Mileage
85,999 mi
At MOT on 22 Mar 2023
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,408 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T12 MPS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
2 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
22 Mar 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T12 MPS was last recorded at 85,999 miles on 22 Mar 2023, 2,021 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,978 miles · 10 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
2,021 miles
Average per year
4,408 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 85,999 miles
  • 2022 – 83,978 miles
  • 2021 – 76,377 miles
  • 2020 – 70,963 miles
  • 2019 – 66,187 miles
  • 2018 – 64,370 miles
  • 2017 – 59,774 miles
  • 2016 – 55,905 miles
  • 2015 – 52,645 miles
  • 2014 – 49,760 miles
  • 2013 – 48,068 miles
  • 2012 – 44,786 miles
  • 2011 – 38,883 miles
  • 2010 – 28,624 miles
  • 2009 – 24,210 miles
  • 2008 – 18,998 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail85,999 miles
  • DangerousRear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick scraping noise (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust rusty

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.

  • Handbrake travel high

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 8 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail85,999 miles (+2,021)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,999 miles
    Test number
    394338264314
    • DangerousRear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick scraping noise (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rusty

  2. Pass83,978 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    83,978 miles
    Test number
    757648674994
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel high
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lens cracked not showing white light
    • AdvisoryRear rusty exhaust outer skin

  3. Fail83,978 miles (+7,601)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,978 miles
    Test number
    387195817399
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel high
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lens cracked not showing white light
    • AdvisoryRear rusty exhaust outer skin

  4. Pass76,377 miles (+5,414)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    76,377 miles
    Test number
    139035694556
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity gaiter clip loose not allowing ingress of dirt
    • AdvisoryRear silencer outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel high

  5. Pass70,963 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    70,963 miles
    Test number
    392297824613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail70,961 miles (+4,774)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,961 miles
    Test number
    972036311767
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  7. Pass66,187 miles (+1,817)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    66,187 miles
    Test number
    937093389395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass64,370 miles (+4,596)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    64,370 miles
    Test number
    951526374381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass59,774 miles (+3,869)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    59,774 miles
    Test number
    914318449306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass55,905 miles (+3,260)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    55,905 miles
    Test number
    162805690629

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass52,645 miles (+2,885)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    52,645 miles
    Test number
    155029625047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass49,760 miles (+1,692)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    49,760 miles
    Test number
    436993314062
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass48,068 miles (+3,282)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    48,068 miles
    Test number
    327140513004
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass44,786 miles (+5,903)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    44,786 miles
    Test number
    939324002091
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriating on outer skin

  15. Pass38,883 miles (+10,259)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    38,883 miles
    Test number
    279061311024
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  16. Pass28,624 miles (+4,414)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    28,624 miles
    Test number
    212499600021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass24,210 miles (+5,212)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    24,210 miles
    Test number
    451327409034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass18,998 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    18,998 miles
    Test number
    482968508019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T12 MPS

Does T12 MPS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T12 MPS expired on 16 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T12 MPS?
The MOT on T12 MPS expired on 16 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T12 MPS done?
T12 MPS was recorded at 85,999 miles at its MOT on 22 Mar 2023, an average of 4,408 miles a year.
Has T12 MPS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T12 MPS has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on T12 MPS 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 T12 MPS find?
T12 MPS failed its latest MOT on 22 Mar 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 2 major defects and 1 advisory: rear brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick scraping noise; nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; parking brake efficiency below requirements, and 1 more.

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