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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T217 RJLMOT history

T217 RJL is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 18 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Mar 2024 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 42,515 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Mar 2024
Mileage
42,515 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2023
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,739 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T217 RJL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
18 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T217 RJL was last recorded at 42,515 miles on 10 Mar 2023, 79 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
42,436 miles · 2 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
79 miles
Average per year
1,739 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 42,515 miles
  • 2022 – 40,276 miles
  • 2021 – 39,681 miles
  • 2020 – 39,065 miles
  • 2019 – 35,215 miles
  • 2018 – 31,364 miles
  • 2017 – 27,881 miles
  • 2016 – 24,136 miles
  • 2015 – 21,698 miles
  • 2014 – 19,803 miles
  • 2013 – 18,686 miles
  • 2012 – 16,880 miles
  • 2011 – 15,732 miles
  • 2010 – 15,721 miles
  • 2009 – 15,399 miles
  • 2008 – 14,658 miles
  • 2007 – 14,081 miles
  • 2006 – 12,843 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass42,515 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

23 tests since 15 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass42,515 miles (+79)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    42,515 miles
    Test number
    520965172674
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail42,436 miles (+2,160)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,436 miles
    Test number
    532933834538
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill corroded and holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill and wheel arch corroded and holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill and wheel arch corroded and holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass40,276 miles (+595)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    40,276 miles
    Test number
    613430316957
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint slight blow (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass39,681 miles (+616)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    39,681 miles
    Test number
    774311168336
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Tailbox inlet pipe holed and blowing but centre and tail boxes almost at end of life. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass39,065 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    39,065 miles
    Test number
    857567674740

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail39,065 miles (+3,850)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,065 miles
    Test number
    295989505255
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective Support corroded off (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass35,215 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    35,215 miles
    Test number
    673588042548

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail35,213 miles (+3,849)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,213 miles
    Test number
    895405024238
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass31,364 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    31,364 miles
    Test number
    721795713802

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail31,364 miles (+3,483)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,364 miles
    Test number
    895364741748
    • Repaired at testBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

  11. Pass27,881 miles (+3,745)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    27,881 miles
    Test number
    624327823759

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass24,136 miles (+2,438)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    24,136 miles
    Test number
    725632068728

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail21,698 miles3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,698 miles
    Test number
    658812285012
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteRear tyres perished replace as soon as possible

  14. Pass21,698 miles (+1,895)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    21,698 miles
    Test number
    666542285008
    • NoteRear tyres perished replace as soon as possible

  15. Pass19,803 miles (+1,117)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    19,803 miles
    Test number
    748076064008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass18,686 miles (+1,806)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    18,686 miles
    Test number
    687292253024
    • NoteN/s/f tyre perishing with age.

  17. Pass16,880 miles (+1,148)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    16,880 miles
    Test number
    286099752080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass15,732 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    15,732 miles
    Test number
    329146161036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass15,721 miles (+322)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    15,721 miles
    Test number
    520804260087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass15,399 miles (+741)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    15,399 miles
    Test number
    280334669056
    • NoteExhaust tail box skinning bou still seems sound.

  21. Pass14,658 miles (+577)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    14,658 miles
    Test number
    381933568060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass14,081 miles (+1,238)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    14,081 miles
    Test number
    111660647426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass12,843 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    12,843 miles
    Test number
    290936946097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T217 RJL

Does T217 RJL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T217 RJL expired on 9 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T217 RJL?
The MOT on T217 RJL expired on 9 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T217 RJL done?
T217 RJL was recorded at 42,515 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2023, an average of 1,739 miles a year.
Has T217 RJL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T217 RJL has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on T217 RJL 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 T217 RJL find?
T217 RJL passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2023 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 5 more.

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