Volkswagen Polo
Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc
T172 FGNMOT history
T172 FGN is a green petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 3 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 18 Feb 2024 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 112,474 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Feb 2024.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 18 Feb 2024
- Mileage
- 112,474 mi
- At MOT on 14 Feb 2022
- MOT tests
- 26
- 16 passed · 10 failed
- Per year
- 4,591 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T172 FGN
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Polo
- Colour
- Green
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,390 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1999
- First used
- 3 Jun 1999
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 18 Feb 2024
- Latest MOT test
- 14 Feb 2024 (Fail)
Mileage history
T172 FGN was last recorded at 112,474 miles on 14 Feb 2022, 7,465 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2021.
Mileage went down between tests
- 8 Feb 2017: 80,967 miles, lower than 81,823 miles on 19 Feb 2016.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 105,009 miles · 4 Feb 2021
- Between the last two tests
- 7,465 miles
- Average per year
- 4,591 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2022 – 112,474 miles
- 2021 – 105,009 miles
- 2020 – 96,972 miles
- 2019 – 88,956 miles
- 2018 – 84,850 miles
- 2017 – 80,968 miles
- 2016 – 81,823 miles
- 2014 – 73,598 miles
- 2013 – 63,154 miles
- 2011 – 62,903 miles
- 2010 – 61,768 miles
- 2009 – 60,679 miles
- 2008 – 55,933 miles
- 2007 – 48,024 miles
- 2006 – 39,051 miles
What the latest MOT found
Fail
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill centre (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
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.
Engine and/or gearbox has oil leak/s
Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018
Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits
Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022
Exhaust system is corroded
Advisory2 MOTs, 2018
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2018
Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play
Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases
Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009
Full MOT history
26 tests since 17 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
FailMileage not read6 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 995008648135
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill centre (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
PassMileage not read5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 Feb 2024
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 554321200974
- AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
FailMileage not read2 repaired5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 252767662072
- Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass112,474 miles
- MOT expiry
- 18 Feb 2023
- Odometer
- 112,474 miles
- Test number
- 885929514106
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail112,474 miles (+7,465)2 major1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 112,474 miles
- Test number
- 129830794519
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high will not run on idle (8.2.1.2 (e))
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center and rear joints (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Pass105,009 miles (+8,037)
- MOT expiry
- 18 Feb 2022
- Odometer
- 105,009 miles
- Test number
- 234446533774
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass96,972 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 18 Feb 2021
- Odometer
- 96,972 miles
- Test number
- 477630930278
- AdvisoryOffside Front tyrte cut in sidewall
Fail96,972 miles (+8,016)2 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 96,972 miles
- Test number
- 967046364964
- MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases center and rear joints (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front tyrte cut in sidewall
Pass88,956 miles
- MOT expiry
- 18 Feb 2020
- Odometer
- 88,956 miles
- Test number
- 703689410921
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail88,956 miles (+4,106)2 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 88,956 miles
- Test number
- 971385037212
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases center box (6.1.2 (a))
Pass84,850 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 Feb 2019
- Odometer
- 84,850 miles
- Test number
- 654790474347
- AdvisoryEngine and/or gearbox has oil leak/s
- AdvisoryExhaust system is corroded
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Fail84,850 miles (+3,882)2 failures1 repaired4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 84,850 miles
- Test number
- 571625215569
- FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement wishbone (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement wishbone (2.4.G.2)
- Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- AdvisoryEngine and/or gearbox has oil leak/s
- AdvisoryExhaust system is corroded
- AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front nearside and offside wishbones, separate bottom ball joints (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Pass80,968 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 Feb 2018
- Odometer
- 80,968 miles
- Test number
- 225455355105
- AdvisoryEngine and/or gearbox has oil leak/s
- AdvisoryExhaust system slightly corroded
- AdvisoryNearside rear view mirror glass is broken and insecure
- AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front wishbones (2.4.G.2)
Fail80,967 miles (-856)2 failures7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 80,967 miles
- Test number
- 589317811058
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cracked/torn on inner wall (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cracked/torn on inner wall (4.1.D.1b)
- AdvisoryAuxiliary drive belt is cracked
- AdvisoryEngine and/or gearbox has oil leak/s
- AdvisoryExhaust system slightly corroded
- AdvisoryNearside front tyre is perished and heavily cracked on inner wall
- AdvisoryNearside rear view mirror glass is broken and insecure
- AdvisoryOffside rear tyre is perished and heavily cracked on inner wall
- AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front wishbones (2.4.G.2)
Pass81,823 miles
- MOT expiry
- 18 Feb 2017
- Odometer
- 81,823 miles
- Test number
- 870368103118
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail81,823 miles (+8,225)1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 81,823 miles
- Test number
- 928465436416
- Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Pass73,598 miles (+10,444)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Sept 2015
- Odometer
- 73,598 miles
- Test number
- 189234044249
- AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Pass63,154 miles (+251)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 12 Sept 2014
- Odometer
- 63,154 miles
- Test number
- 937156553217
- AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Fail62,903 miles2 repaired2 advisories4 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 62,903 miles
- Test number
- 246983311308
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
- NoteNearside front brake disc corroded
- NoteNearside front tyre perished
- NoteOffside front brake disc corroded
- NoteOffside front tyre perished
Pass62,903 miles (+1,135)2 advisories4 notes
- MOT expiry
- 8 Nov 2012
- Odometer
- 62,903 miles
- Test number
- 775863611341
- AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
- NoteNearside front brake disc corroded
- NoteNearside front tyre perished
- NoteOffside front brake disc corroded
- NoteOffside front tyre perished
Pass61,768 miles (+1,089)3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 3 Jun 2011
- Odometer
- 61,768 miles
- Test number
- 161975350195
- NoteBoth front discs rusty
- NoteFront wipers starting to smear screan
- NoteN/s/r tyre perishing
Pass60,679 miles
- MOT expiry
- 17 Mar 2010
- Odometer
- 60,679 miles
- Test number
- 844787179083
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail60,679 miles (+4,746)3 failures2 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 60,679 miles
- Test number
- 654547379093
- FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
- FailureNearside brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- FailureOffside brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Pass55,933 miles (+7,909)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 17 Mar 2009
- Odometer
- 55,933 miles
- Test number
- 434198478026
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Pass48,024 miles (+8,973)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 25 Feb 2008
- Odometer
- 48,024 miles
- Test number
- 202276547085
- AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Pass39,051 miles
- MOT expiry
- 25 Feb 2007
- Odometer
- 39,051 miles
- Test number
- 161058346011
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about T172 FGN
- Does T172 FGN currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on T172 FGN expired on 18 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on T172 FGN?
- The MOT on T172 FGN expired on 18 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has T172 FGN done?
- T172 FGN was recorded at 112,474 miles at its MOT on 14 Feb 2022, an average of 4,591 miles a year.
- Has T172 FGN ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T172 FGN has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Feb 2024.
- Has the mileage on T172 FGN ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Feb 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on T172 FGN find?
- T172 FGN failed its latest MOT on 14 Feb 2024 with 6 major defects and 4 advisories: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; nearside obligatory mirror insecure, and 7 more.
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