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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T227 HWNMOT history

T227 HWN is a red diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 4 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 27 Feb 2023 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 113,109 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Feb 2023
Mileage
113,109 mi
At MOT on 31 Jan 2022
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,562 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T227 HWN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
31 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T227 HWN was last recorded at 113,109 miles on 31 Jan 2022, 16,279 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,830 miles · 28 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
16,279 miles
Average per year
4,562 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 113,109 miles
  • 2021 – 96,830 miles
  • 2019 – 91,311 miles
  • 2018 – 79,048 miles
  • 2017 – 76,715 miles
  • 2016 – 72,670 miles
  • 2015 – 70,135 miles
  • 2014 – 62,435 miles
  • 2013 – 62,201 miles
  • 2012 – 60,082 miles
  • 2011 – 57,575 miles
  • 2010 – 54,519 miles
  • 2009 – 52,304 miles
  • 2008 – 49,930 miles
  • 2007 – 45,827 miles
  • 2006 – 42,036 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,109 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass113,109 miles (+16,279)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    113,109 miles
    Test number
    115736058226
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass96,830 miles (+5,519)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    96,830 miles
    Test number
    847823124849

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass91,311 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    91,311 miles
    Test number
    335567719631
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  4. Fail91,311 miles (+12,263)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,311 miles
    Test number
    685232101464
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  5. Pass79,048 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    79,048 miles
    Test number
    496950817562
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail79,048 miles (+2,333)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,048 miles
    Test number
    104975301239
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust diesel particulate filter shows evidence of tampering. (8.2.2.1 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass76,715 miles (+4,045)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    76,715 miles
    Test number
    869291727674
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  8. Pass72,670 miles (+2,535)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    72,670 miles
    Test number
    113918004102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  9. Pass70,135 miles (+7,700)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    70,135 miles
    Test number
    866165715201
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteScrew in nearside rear tyre

  10. Pass62,435 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    62,435 miles
    Test number
    179737414214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail62,435 miles (+234)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,435 miles
    Test number
    508937014203
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  12. Pass62,201 miles (+2,119)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    62,201 miles
    Test number
    748083813215
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  13. Pass60,082 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    60,082 miles
    Test number
    305919222249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail60,082 miles (+2,507)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,082 miles
    Test number
    708558522215
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  15. Pass57,575 miles (+3,056)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    57,575 miles
    Test number
    966194901245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass54,519 miles (+2,215)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    54,519 miles
    Test number
    280642610203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass52,304 miles (+2,374)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    52,304 miles
    Test number
    614630129235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass49,930 miles (+4,103)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    49,930 miles
    Test number
    183328118272
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass45,827 miles (+3,791)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    45,827 miles
    Test number
    950683717271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass42,036 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    42,036 miles
    Test number
    303935886159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T227 HWN

Does T227 HWN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T227 HWN expired on 27 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T227 HWN?
The MOT on T227 HWN expired on 27 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T227 HWN done?
T227 HWN was recorded at 113,109 miles at its MOT on 31 Jan 2022, an average of 4,562 miles a year.
Has T227 HWN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T227 HWN has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jul 2019.
Has the mileage on T227 HWN 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 T227 HWN find?
T227 HWN passed its latest MOT on 31 Jan 2022 with 2 advisories: nearside front outer tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive.

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