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Volkswagen Polo

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T197 RMVMOT history

T197 RMV is a green petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 14 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 Nov 2023 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 22,202 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Nov 2023
Mileage
22,202 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2022
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
625 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T197 RMV
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
14 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T197 RMV was last recorded at 22,202 miles on 28 Oct 2022, 195 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
22,007 miles · 1 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
195 miles
Average per year
625 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 22,202 miles
  • 2021 – 22,007 miles
  • 2020 – 21,802 miles
  • 2019 – 21,457 miles
  • 2018 – 20,982 miles
  • 2017 – 20,581 miles
  • 2016 – 19,745 miles
  • 2015 – 19,079 miles
  • 2014 – 18,812 miles
  • 2013 – 17,291 miles
  • 2012 – 16,925 miles
  • 2011 – 15,498 miles
  • 2010 – 14,901 miles
  • 2009 – 14,410 miles
  • 2008 – 13,961 miles
  • 2007 – 12,968 miles
  • 2006 – 11,894 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass22,202 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

25 tests since 4 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass22,202 miles (+195)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    22,202 miles
    Test number
    834318330652
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass22,007 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    22,007 miles
    Test number
    974436787432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail22,005 miles (+203)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,005 miles
    Test number
    400072701047
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed 175 /65 R 13 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass21,802 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    21,802 miles
    Test number
    458168414634
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres starting to perish

  5. Fail21,802 miles (+345)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,802 miles
    Test number
    664936752183
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres starting to perish

  6. Pass21,457 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    21,457 miles
    Test number
    181718113805
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryFront no.plate cracked
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  7. Fail21,456 miles (+474)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,456 miles
    Test number
    674348097064
    • DangerousOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryFront no.plate cracked
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  8. Pass20,982 miles (+401)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2019
    Odometer
    20,982 miles
    Test number
    626418530153
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  9. Pass20,581 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    20,581 miles
    Test number
    749785274483
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer corroded (7.1.2)

  10. Fail20,581 miles (+836)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,581 miles
    Test number
    837818766433
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer corroded (7.1.2)

  11. Pass19,745 miles (+666)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2017
    Odometer
    19,745 miles
    Test number
    913205222004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass19,079 miles (+267)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2016
    Odometer
    19,079 miles
    Test number
    418111925114
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

  13. Pass18,812 miles (+1,521)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2015
    Odometer
    18,812 miles
    Test number
    729355314155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass17,291 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2014
    Odometer
    17,291 miles
    Test number
    607431503173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail17,290 miles (+365)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,290 miles
    Test number
    885360703158
    • FailureCentre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteRear silencer corroded

  16. Pass16,925 miles (+1,427)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2013
    Odometer
    16,925 miles
    Test number
    996071622105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass15,498 miles (+597)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    15,498 miles
    Test number
    677383621159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass14,901 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2011
    Odometer
    14,901 miles
    Test number
    781434420106
    • NoteFrt no plate cracked,nail o/s/r tyre,rear silencer corroding,n/s/r tyre perishing

  19. Fail14,901 miles (+491)5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,901 miles
    Test number
    283700920407
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteRear silencer corroding,

  20. Pass14,410 miles (+449)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2010
    Odometer
    14,410 miles
    Test number
    603265029159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass13,961 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2009
    Odometer
    13,961 miles
    Test number
    610482228133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail13,961 miles (+993)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,961 miles
    Test number
    122062228100
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Pass12,968 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2008
    Odometer
    12,968 miles
    Test number
    240834027163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail12,968 miles (+1,074)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,968 miles
    Test number
    220223227181
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

  25. Pass11,894 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2007
    Odometer
    11,894 miles
    Test number
    320784026158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T197 RMV

Does T197 RMV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T197 RMV expired on 4 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T197 RMV?
The MOT on T197 RMV expired on 4 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T197 RMV done?
T197 RMV was recorded at 22,202 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2022, an average of 625 miles a year.
Has T197 RMV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T197 RMV has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on T197 RMV 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 T197 RMV find?
T197 RMV passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2022 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 1 more.

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