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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 1,900 cc

T187 MKLMOT history

T187 MKL is a red diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 19 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 11 Oct 2022 and it has passed 16 of 29 MOT tests, with 250,679 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Oct 2022
Mileage
250,679 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2022
MOT tests
29
16 passed · 13 failed
Per year
9,845 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T187 MKL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T187 MKL was last recorded at 250,679 miles on 7 Oct 2022, 9,769 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
240,910 miles · 12 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
9,769 miles
Average per year
9,845 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 250,679 miles
  • 2021 – 240,910 miles
  • 2020 – 233,828 miles
  • 2019 – 226,235 miles
  • 2018 – 215,229 miles
  • 2017 – 205,818 miles
  • 2016 – 195,404 miles
  • 2015 – 184,826 miles
  • 2014 – 173,714 miles
  • 2013 – 163,373 miles
  • 2012 – 150,532 miles
  • 2011 – 136,423 miles
  • 2010 – 125,364 miles
  • 2009 – 120,815 miles
  • 2008 – 114,510 miles
  • 2007 – 104,882 miles
  • 2006 – 92,298 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail250,679 miles
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorCentral Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced jacking point, within 30cm of seat belt (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength Hole in chassis around sub frame mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced rear floor within 30cm of rear seat belt mounting (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced hole in sill, within 30cm of seatbelt (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ran off inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 5 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail250,679 miles (+9,769)1 dangerous9 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    250,679 miles
    Test number
    167473492173
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced jacking point, within 30cm of seat belt (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength Hole in chassis around sub frame mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced rear floor within 30cm of rear seat belt mounting (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced hole in sill, within 30cm of seatbelt (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ran off inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass240,910 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    240,910 miles
    Test number
    829433791206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail240,910 miles (+7,082)2 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    240,910 miles
    Test number
    614415905175
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected CILL (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

  4. Pass233,828 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    233,828 miles
    Test number
    778730201704
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated INSECURE (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Fail233,828 miles (+7,593)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,828 miles
    Test number
    453997832143
    • DangerousOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated INSECURE (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass226,235 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    226,235 miles
    Test number
    860826112011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail226,231 miles (+11,002)1 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,231 miles
    Test number
    498409881982
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass215,229 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    215,229 miles
    Test number
    544354919686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail215,229 miles (+9,411)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,229 miles
    Test number
    345265025110
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass205,818 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    205,818 miles
    Test number
    165127744685

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail205,818 miles (+10,414)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,818 miles
    Test number
    416617551088
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  12. Pass195,404 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    195,404 miles
    Test number
    414755737294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail195,393 miles (+10,567)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,393 miles
    Test number
    221524016601
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  14. Pass184,826 miles (+287)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    184,826 miles
    Test number
    657393339309
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  15. Fail184,539 miles (+10,825)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,539 miles
    Test number
    254415690183
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  16. Pass173,714 miles (+62)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    173,714 miles
    Test number
    758600364285
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  17. Fail173,652 miles (+10,279)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,652 miles
    Test number
    706418554260
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  18. Pass163,373 miles (+59)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    163,373 miles
    Test number
    367528963261
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail163,314 miles (+12,782)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,314 miles
    Test number
    235086063216
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  20. Pass150,532 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    150,532 miles
    Test number
    596761172239
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  21. Fail150,530 miles (+14,107)1 dangerous11 failures10 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,530 miles
    Test number
    445269662215
    • DangerousNail in offside rear tyre
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteA/ nearside front brake hanging on

  22. Pass136,423 miles (+96)7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    136,423 miles
    Test number
    729419251253
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteA/ both FRONT brake discs worn
    • NoteA/ offside front brake caliper rubber & sliders worn
    • NoteA/ slight free play at steering wheel

  23. Fail136,327 miles (+10,963)3 failures8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,327 miles
    Test number
    388857351215
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOuter Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteA/ slight free play at steering wheel

  24. Pass125,364 miles (+4,549)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    125,364 miles
    Test number
    641720160270
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  25. Pass120,815 miles (+6,305)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    120,815 miles
    Test number
    282731869280
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  26. Pass114,510 miles (+9,628)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    114,510 miles
    Test number
    334362788213
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteFront number plate

  27. Pass104,882 miles (+12,584)8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    104,882 miles
    Test number
    392178447265
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteOffside front indicator lense is cracked

  28. Pass92,298 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    92,298 miles
    Test number
    491448146203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail92,298 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,298 miles
    Test number
    993168146276
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Questions about T187 MKL

Does T187 MKL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T187 MKL expired on 11 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T187 MKL?
The MOT on T187 MKL expired on 11 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T187 MKL done?
T187 MKL was recorded at 250,679 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2022, an average of 9,845 miles a year.
Has T187 MKL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T187 MKL has failed 13 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on T187 MKL 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 T187 MKL find?
T187 MKL failed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 9 major defects, 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; central floor excessively deteriorated; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn, and 11 more.

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