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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T166 DGTMOT history

T166 DGT is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 12 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 27 Oct 2022 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 85,661 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Oct 2022
Mileage
85,661 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2021
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,218 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T166 DGT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T166 DGT was last recorded at 85,661 miles on 28 Oct 2021, 2,753 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
82,908 miles · 20 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
2,753 miles
Average per year
3,218 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 85,661 miles
  • 2020 – 82,908 miles
  • 2019 – 79,950 miles
  • 2018 – 76,948 miles
  • 2017 – 71,264 miles
  • 2016 – 69,078 miles
  • 2015 – 66,797 miles
  • 2014 – 63,924 miles
  • 2013 – 60,716 miles
  • 2012 – 57,157 miles
  • 2011 – 54,252 miles
  • 2010 – 51,051 miles
  • 2009 – 46,754 miles
  • 2008 – 39,658 miles
  • 2007 – 38,957 miles
  • 2006 – 37,298 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,661 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • 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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear suspension components slight corroded (not considered excessive)

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.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

21 tests since 18 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,661 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    85,661 miles
    Test number
    659570671259
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components slight corroded (not considered excessive)

  2. Fail85,661 miles (+2,753)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,661 miles
    Test number
    951722311911
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components slight corroded (not considered excessive)

  3. Pass82,908 miles (+2,958)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    82,908 miles
    Test number
    629355970307
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass79,950 miles (+3,002)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    79,950 miles
    Test number
    241172052095
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass76,948 miles (+5,684)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    76,948 miles
    Test number
    583469175321
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass71,264 miles (+2,186)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    71,264 miles
    Test number
    861256962968

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass69,078 miles (+2,281)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    69,078 miles
    Test number
    288000030177
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both tyres wearing inner tread bald (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass66,797 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    66,797 miles
    Test number
    611323898043
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play wheel bearing slight play (2.6.2)

  9. Fail66,797 miles (+2,873)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,797 miles
    Test number
    563369946067
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play wheel bearing slight play (2.6.2)

  10. Pass63,924 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    63,924 miles
    Test number
    448036074202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail63,924 miles (+3,208)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,924 miles
    Test number
    675586274206
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

  12. Pass60,716 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    60,716 miles
    Test number
    286794683249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail60,716 miles (+3,559)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,716 miles
    Test number
    738374183297
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • NoteTwo child-seats occupy adult seats rear row

  14. Pass57,157 miles (+2,905)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    57,157 miles
    Test number
    275897792299
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass54,252 miles (+3,201)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    54,252 miles
    Test number
    266658201273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass51,051 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    51,051 miles
    Test number
    140373360401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail51,051 miles (+4,297)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,051 miles
    Test number
    882543360069
    • Repaired at testOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  18. Pass46,754 miles (+7,096)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    46,754 miles
    Test number
    591154359075
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass39,658 miles (+701)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2009
    Odometer
    39,658 miles
    Test number
    590149448147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass38,957 miles (+1,659)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    38,957 miles
    Test number
    733023807362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass37,298 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    37,298 miles
    Test number
    302561596225
    • NoteAdvise n/s/f tyre outer sidewall cut

Questions about T166 DGT

Does T166 DGT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T166 DGT expired on 27 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T166 DGT?
The MOT on T166 DGT expired on 27 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T166 DGT done?
T166 DGT was recorded at 85,661 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2021, an average of 3,218 miles a year.
Has T166 DGT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T166 DGT has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on T166 DGT 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 T166 DGT find?
T166 DGT passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2021 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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