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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T242 HWNMOT history

T242 HWN is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 25 Sept 2022 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 89,764 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Sept 2022
Mileage
89,764 mi
At MOT on 20 Sept 2022
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,396 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T242 HWN
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
28 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Sept 2022
Latest MOT test
20 Sept 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T242 HWN was last recorded at 89,764 miles on 20 Sept 2022, 5,038 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Sept 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Sept 2012: 42,030 miles, lower than 71,403 miles on 8 Jun 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
84,726 miles · 10 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
5,038 miles
Average per year
2,396 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 89,764 miles
  • 2021 – 84,726 miles
  • 2020 – 80,991 miles
  • 2019 – 76,203 miles
  • 2018 – 71,298 miles
  • 2017 – 69,427 miles
  • 2016 – 63,245 miles
  • 2015 – 57,142 miles
  • 2014 – 50,941 miles
  • 2013 – 46,105 miles
  • 2012 – 42,030 miles
  • 2011 – 71,403 miles
  • 2010 – 70,403 miles
  • 2009 – 66,061 miles
  • 2008 – 57,480 miles
  • 2007 – 55,336 miles
  • 2006 – 51,877 miles
  • 2005 – 48,497 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail89,764 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension bushes worn.
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnable to open fuel flap.

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.

  • Corrosion on many parts of underside of vehicle.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

29 tests since 29 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail89,764 miles (+5,038)1 dangerous8 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,764 miles
    Test number
    381426060875
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension bushes worn.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to open fuel flap.

  2. Pass84,726 miles (+3,735)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    84,726 miles
    Test number
    705499817671

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass80,991 miles (+4,788)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    80,991 miles
    Test number
    746864460911

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass76,203 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    76,203 miles
    Test number
    222153068023
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on parts of underside of vehicle.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail76,203 miles (+4,905)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,203 miles
    Test number
    415616431601
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on parts of underside of vehicle.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass71,298 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    71,298 miles
    Test number
    382740046233
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail71,298 miles (+1,871)1 dangerous2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,298 miles
    Test number
    421345290862
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass69,427 miles (+37)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    69,427 miles
    Test number
    122795692849
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on many parts of underside of vehicle.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  9. Fail69,390 miles (+6,145)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,390 miles
    Test number
    387358834232
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on many parts of underside of vehicle.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass63,245 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    63,245 miles
    Test number
    499251887908
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on many parts of underside of vehicle.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  11. Fail63,245 miles (+6,103)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,245 miles
    Test number
    329090421772
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Pass57,142 miles (+6,201)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    57,142 miles
    Test number
    673347133902
    • AdvisoryREAR BRAKE PIPES SLIGHTLY CORRODED
    • AdvisorySLIGHT CORROSION ON PARTS OF UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE.

  13. Pass50,941 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    50,941 miles
    Test number
    336015364230
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCorrosion on sill panels.

  14. Fail50,941 miles (+4,836)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,941 miles
    Test number
    346175764207
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass46,105 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    46,105 miles
    Test number
    267782563246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail46,105 miles (+4,075)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,105 miles
    Test number
    288982863280
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass42,030 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    42,030 miles
    Test number
    299750072256
    • NoteNearside sill corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Fail42,030 miles1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,030 miles
    Test number
    897740872204
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside sill corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  19. FailMileage not read8 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    629215992182
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteExhaust system starting to corrode

  20. Pass71,403 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    71,403 miles
    Test number
    496609051105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail71,403 miles (+1,000)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,403 miles
    Test number
    237169551458
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass70,403 miles (+4,342)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    70,403 miles
    Test number
    800703750183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass66,061 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    66,061 miles
    Test number
    691644369116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail66,061 miles (+8,581)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,061 miles
    Test number
    594364069129
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  25. Pass57,480 miles (+2,144)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    57,480 miles
    Test number
    783135968161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass55,336 miles (+3,459)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    55,336 miles
    Test number
    382665267195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass51,877 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    51,877 miles
    Test number
    672454876160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail51,877 miles (+3,380)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,877 miles
    Test number
    323294776124
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  29. Pass48,497 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    48,497 miles
    Test number
    993330885134
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has slight flatspots on inner edge

Questions about T242 HWN

Does T242 HWN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T242 HWN expired on 25 Sept 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T242 HWN?
The MOT on T242 HWN expired on 25 Sept 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T242 HWN done?
T242 HWN was recorded at 89,764 miles at its MOT on 20 Sept 2022, an average of 2,396 miles a year.
Has T242 HWN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T242 HWN has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on T242 HWN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Sept 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T242 HWN find?
T242 HWN failed its latest MOT on 20 Sept 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 8 major defects and 5 advisories: offside front tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm; nearside inner seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill; nearside integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor, and 11 more.

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