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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T161 JKPMOT history

T161 JKP is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 27 Nov 2024 and it has passed 18 of 20 MOT tests, with 84,942 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Nov 2024
Mileage
84,942 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2023
MOT tests
20
18 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,156 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T161 JKP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
28 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T161 JKP was last recorded at 84,942 miles on 28 Nov 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,942 miles · 24 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,156 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 84,942 miles
  • 2022 – 74,869 miles
  • 2021 – 71,672 miles
  • 2020 – 69,834 miles
  • 2019 – 66,885 miles
  • 2018 – 63,993 miles
  • 2017 – 60,802 miles
  • 2016 – 58,236 miles
  • 2015 – 57,031 miles
  • 2014 – 55,563 miles
  • 2013 – 53,156 miles
  • 2012 – 50,961 miles
  • 2011 – 48,591 miles
  • 2010 – 45,226 miles
  • 2009 – 41,472 miles
  • 2008 – 38,420 miles
  • 2007 – 34,784 miles
  • 2006 – 30,694 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,942 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryPassenger side door slight damageRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

Full MOT history

20 tests since 19 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,942 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    84,942 miles
    Test number
    281140943327
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPassenger side door slight damage

  2. Fail84,942 miles (+10,073)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,942 miles
    Test number
    860589313702
    • MajorBoot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPassenger side door slight damage

  3. Pass74,869 miles (+3,197)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    74,869 miles
    Test number
    586258060635
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides, back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass71,672 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    71,672 miles
    Test number
    350728071076
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Joints (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail71,672 miles (+1,838)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,672 miles
    Test number
    895133307753
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Joints (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass69,834 miles (+2,949)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    69,834 miles
    Test number
    678809072126
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres on the edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass66,885 miles (+2,892)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    66,885 miles
    Test number
    561015043700
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  8. Pass63,993 miles (+3,191)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    63,993 miles
    Test number
    355870959313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass60,802 miles (+2,566)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    60,802 miles
    Test number
    849591981675

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass58,236 miles (+1,205)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    58,236 miles
    Test number
    968971820602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass57,031 miles (+1,468)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    57,031 miles
    Test number
    878997285173
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass55,563 miles (+2,407)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    55,563 miles
    Test number
    546160214203
    • 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)

  13. Pass53,156 miles (+2,195)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    53,156 miles
    Test number
    209248643172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass50,961 miles (+2,370)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    50,961 miles
    Test number
    799329972162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass48,591 miles (+3,365)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    48,591 miles
    Test number
    187251921299
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass45,226 miles (+3,754)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    45,226 miles
    Test number
    313248000470
    • NoteN/s rear shocker starting to leak

  17. Pass41,472 miles (+3,052)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    41,472 miles
    Test number
    193582909275
    • NoteSlight front brake judder

  18. Pass38,420 miles (+3,636)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    38,420 miles
    Test number
    240736528287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass34,784 miles (+4,090)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    34,784 miles
    Test number
    362000067239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass30,694 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    30,694 miles
    Test number
    710522066261
    • NoteN/s front tyre slight sida wall damage,o/s rear tyre side wall starting to perish

Questions about T161 JKP

Does T161 JKP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T161 JKP expired on 27 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T161 JKP?
The MOT on T161 JKP expired on 27 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T161 JKP done?
T161 JKP was recorded at 84,942 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2023, an average of 3,156 miles a year.
Has T161 JKP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T161 JKP has failed 2 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on T161 JKP 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 T161 JKP find?
T161 JKP passed its latest MOT on 28 Nov 2023 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; passenger side door slight damage.

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