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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 999 cc

T147 PBPMOT history

T147 PBP is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 4 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 Apr 2024 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 90,840 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Apr 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Apr 2024
Mileage
90,840 mi
At MOT on 5 Apr 2024
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,787 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T147 PBP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
5 Apr 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T147 PBP was last recorded at 90,840 miles on 5 Apr 2024, 1,632 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,208 miles · 29 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
1,632 miles
Average per year
2,787 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 90,840 miles
  • 2023 – 89,208 miles
  • 2022 – 87,560 miles
  • 2021 – 86,386 miles
  • 2020 – 86,013 miles
  • 2019 – 83,900 miles
  • 2018 – 80,705 miles
  • 2017 – 78,289 miles
  • 2016 – 76,083 miles
  • 2015 – 72,595 miles
  • 2014 – 68,507 miles
  • 2013 – 67,165 miles
  • 2012 – 64,987 miles
  • 2011 – 62,477 miles
  • 2010 – 59,755 miles
  • 2009 – 55,520 miles
  • 2008 – 51,160 miles
  • 2007 – 45,535 miles
  • 2006 – 40,822 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail90,840 miles
  • MajorBraking system leaking brake servo pipe leaking at connection (1.1.3 (d))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength underbody sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective centre clamp in poor condition (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 3mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 3mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack

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 registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail90,840 miles (+1,632)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,840 miles
    Test number
    307734868077
    • MajorBraking system leaking brake servo pipe leaking at connection (1.1.3 (d))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength underbody sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective centre clamp in poor condition (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack

  2. Pass89,208 miles (+1,648)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    89,208 miles
    Test number
    604697938611
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive underbody sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust clamp in poor condition

  3. Pass87,560 miles (+1)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    87,560 miles
    Test number
    558463306532
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres perished

  4. Fail87,559 miles (+1,173)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,559 miles
    Test number
    327913156018
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres perished

  5. Pass86,386 miles (+373)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    86,386 miles
    Test number
    532653711469
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 3mm on edges (155/70/13) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres are perished

  6. Pass86,013 miles (+2,113)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    86,013 miles
    Test number
    180337177706
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 3mm. 155/70/13 (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass83,900 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    83,900 miles
    Test number
    751462954009
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp levelling device switch has been taped over
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  8. Fail83,900 miles (+3,195)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,900 miles
    Test number
    551024015359
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  9. Pass80,705 miles (+2,416)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    80,705 miles
    Test number
    256466278732
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs slight wear/corrosion.

  10. Pass78,289 miles (+2,206)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    78,289 miles
    Test number
    715016280846
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to front brake discs
    • AdvisorySlight damage to both headlights but not affecting light output

  11. Pass76,083 miles (+3,488)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    76,083 miles
    Test number
    252015629929
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlight slightly damaged but not affecting light output
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Surface corrosion to arch/sill
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  12. Pass72,595 miles (+4,088)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    72,595 miles
    Test number
    256093815119
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  13. Pass68,507 miles (+1,342)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    68,507 miles
    Test number
    346852614195
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass67,165 miles (+2,178)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    67,165 miles
    Test number
    868762513196
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOffside headlamp stone chip

  15. Pass64,987 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    64,987 miles
    Test number
    676098202165
    • NoteFront number plate is cracked.
    • NoteOffside headlamp is chipped.
    • NoteOffside number plate lamp is dim.
    • NotePhone holder removed from screen and left on passenger seat.
    • NoteSmall stone chips in windscreen.

  16. Fail64,987 miles (+2,510)2 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,987 miles
    Test number
    785277202132
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteFront number plate is cracked.
    • NoteOffside headlamp is chipped.
    • NoteOffside number plate lamp is dim.
    • NotePhone holder removed from screen and left on passenger seat.
    • NoteSmall stone chips in windscreen.

  17. Pass62,477 miles (+2,722)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    62,477 miles
    Test number
    727418701182
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteAccident damage to rear bumper

  18. Pass59,755 miles (+4,235)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    59,755 miles
    Test number
    541699290007
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteFront reg plate damage .
    • NoteO/s h/lamp lens damage

  19. Pass55,520 miles (+4,360)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    55,520 miles
    Test number
    301468519155
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  20. Pass51,160 miles (+5,625)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    51,160 miles
    Test number
    550288508151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail45,535 miles2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,535 miles
    Test number
    690944517126
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteFront number plate deteriating

  22. Pass45,535 miles (+4,713)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    45,535 miles
    Test number
    940824917130
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteFront number plate deteriating

  23. Fail40,822 miles2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,822 miles
    Test number
    141184116166
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the left (1.6.B4)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the left (1.6.B4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  24. Pass40,822 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    40,822 miles
    Test number
    564054216164
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

Questions about T147 PBP

Does T147 PBP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T147 PBP expired on 28 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T147 PBP?
The MOT on T147 PBP expired on 28 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T147 PBP done?
T147 PBP was recorded at 90,840 miles at its MOT on 5 Apr 2024, an average of 2,787 miles a year.
Has T147 PBP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T147 PBP has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on T147 PBP 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 T147 PBP find?
T147 PBP failed its latest MOT on 5 Apr 2024 with 6 major defects and 5 advisories: braking system leaking brake servo pipe leaking at connection; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak, and 8 more.

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