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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T208 UAOMOT history

T208 UAO is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 20 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 Jun 2023 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 100,588 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jun 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Jun 2023
Mileage
100,588 mi
At MOT on 30 Jun 2022
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,525 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T208 UAO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
20 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
30 Jun 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T208 UAO was last recorded at 100,588 miles on 30 Jun 2022, 14,125 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
86,463 miles · 24 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
14,125 miles
Average per year
3,525 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 100,588 miles
  • 2021 – 86,463 miles
  • 2020 – 79,942 miles
  • 2018 – 75,487 miles
  • 2016 – 73,740 miles
  • 2015 – 71,461 miles
  • 2014 – 67,790 miles
  • 2013 – 63,139 miles
  • 2012 – 61,661 miles
  • 2011 – 60,805 miles
  • 2010 – 58,729 miles
  • 2009 – 31,065 miles
  • 2008 – 53,447 miles
  • 2007 – 50,134 miles
  • 2006 – 44,533 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,588 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust blowing (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front anti roll bar bushes have play and split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres wearing close to limits (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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.

  • Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass100,588 miles (+14,125)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    100,588 miles
    Test number
    986699645279
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust blowing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front anti roll bar bushes have play and split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres wearing close to limits (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass86,463 miles (+6,521)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    86,463 miles
    Test number
    510160214671
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass79,942 miles (+4,455)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    79,942 miles
    Test number
    803140525639

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass75,487 miles (+1,747)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    75,487 miles
    Test number
    240334060345
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass73,740 miles (+2,279)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    73,740 miles
    Test number
    550711575529
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  6. Pass71,461 miles (+3,671)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    71,461 miles
    Test number
    871120861262
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  7. Fail67,790 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,790 miles
    Test number
    329011294267
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass67,790 miles (+4,651)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    67,790 miles
    Test number
    657571094280
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Fail63,139 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,139 miles
    Test number
    136876103306
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  10. Pass63,139 miles (+1,478)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    63,139 miles
    Test number
    446746903436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass61,661 miles (+856)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    61,661 miles
    Test number
    206115502251
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass60,805 miles (+2,076)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    60,805 miles
    Test number
    225517311283
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteFront engine mount, lift.

  13. Pass58,729 miles (+27,664)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    58,729 miles
    Test number
    871090910218
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteNearside rear brake noisey.

  14. Pass31,065 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    31,065 miles
    Test number
    632612109271
    • NoteN/side rear tyre cracked and perished.
    • NoteO/side front tyre sidewall scuffed and cracked and perished on outer sidwall
    • NoteO/side front tyre worn on inner edge

  15. Pass55,878 miles (+2,431)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    55,878 miles
    Test number
    551072109291
    • NoteFront part of exhaust corroded.
    • NoteN/side rear bump stop broken.

  16. Pass53,447 miles (+3,313)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    53,447 miles
    Test number
    101984308215
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

  17. Pass50,134 miles (+5,601)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    50,134 miles
    Test number
    334945807214
    • 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)

  18. Pass44,533 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    44,533 miles
    Test number
    182146016230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail44,533 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,533 miles
    Test number
    361986716276
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Questions about T208 UAO

Does T208 UAO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T208 UAO expired on 30 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T208 UAO?
The MOT on T208 UAO expired on 30 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T208 UAO done?
T208 UAO was recorded at 100,588 miles at its MOT on 30 Jun 2022, an average of 3,525 miles a year.
Has T208 UAO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T208 UAO has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Oct 2014.
Has the mileage on T208 UAO 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 T208 UAO find?
T208 UAO passed its latest MOT on 30 Jun 2022 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust blowing; front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front anti roll bar bushes have play and split, and 2 more.

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