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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T242 NBHMOT history

T242 NBH is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 26 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 27 Dec 2024 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 88,200 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Dec 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Dec 2024
Mileage
88,200 mi
At MOT on 28 Dec 2023
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,983 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T242 NBH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
28 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T242 NBH was last recorded at 88,200 miles on 28 Dec 2023, 1,744 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,456 miles · 31 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
1,744 miles
Average per year
2,983 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 88,200 miles
  • 2022 – 86,456 miles
  • 2021 – 86,117 miles
  • 2020 – 80,778 miles
  • 2019 – 78,078 miles
  • 2018 – 77,446 miles
  • 2017 – 76,912 miles
  • 2016 – 71,727 miles
  • 2015 – 67,469 miles
  • 2014 – 63,446 miles
  • 2013 – 60,027 miles
  • 2012 – 56,053 miles
  • 2011 – 53,113 miles
  • 2010 – 49,756 miles
  • 2009 – 43,440 miles
  • 2008 – 38,550 miles
  • 2007 – 37,310 miles
  • 2006 – 35,700 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,200 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective rubber split on end (3.4 (b) (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.

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass88,200 miles (+1,744)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    88,200 miles
    Test number
    612632108724
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective rubber split on end (3.4 (b) (i))

  2. Pass86,456 miles (+339)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    86,456 miles
    Test number
    817963636797
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail86,117 miles (+5,339)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,117 miles
    Test number
    758336867430
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor to inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass80,778 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    80,778 miles
    Test number
    814499742965
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavily perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail80,777 miles (+2,699)1 major3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,777 miles
    Test number
    261066310597
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavily perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass78,078 miles (+90)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    78,078 miles
    Test number
    657826963945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail77,988 miles (+542)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,988 miles
    Test number
    646983251978
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass77,446 miles (+534)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    77,446 miles
    Test number
    885080936865
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre valve stem severely perished

  9. Pass76,912 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2018
    Odometer
    76,912 miles
    Test number
    715122403942
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit And Offside Front (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bump stop poor condition
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  10. Fail76,912 miles (+5,185)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,912 miles
    Test number
    522454158402
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit And Offside Front (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bump stop poor condition
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  11. Pass71,727 miles (+4,258)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2017
    Odometer
    71,727 miles
    Test number
    838804201484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass67,469 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2016
    Odometer
    67,469 miles
    Test number
    209231245477
    • NoteN/s/f seat belt slow to retract

  13. Fail67,469 miles (+4,023)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,469 miles
    Test number
    587310145172
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteFront wipers split
    • NoteN/s/f seat belt slow to retract

  14. Pass63,446 miles (+3,419)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2015
    Odometer
    63,446 miles
    Test number
    859331044120
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteCentre exhaust box corroded
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded
    • NoteTread starting to seperate on n/s/r tyre

  15. Pass60,027 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2014
    Odometer
    60,027 miles
    Test number
    147002043142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail60,027 miles (+3,974)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,027 miles
    Test number
    505591943166
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass56,053 miles (+2,940)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2013
    Odometer
    56,053 miles
    Test number
    557527432156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass53,113 miles (+3,357)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    53,113 miles
    Test number
    835800441191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass49,756 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2011
    Odometer
    49,756 miles
    Test number
    254627920175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail49,756 miles (+6,316)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,756 miles
    Test number
    832967820133
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  21. Fail43,440 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,440 miles
    Test number
    472328739139
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  22. Pass43,440 miles (+4,890)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2010
    Odometer
    43,440 miles
    Test number
    693168939161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass38,550 miles (+1,240)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2009
    Odometer
    38,550 miles
    Test number
    684150038119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass37,310 miles (+1,610)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2008
    Odometer
    37,310 miles
    Test number
    494034847133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass35,700 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2007
    Odometer
    35,700 miles
    Test number
    634483746159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T242 NBH

Does T242 NBH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T242 NBH expired on 27 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T242 NBH?
The MOT on T242 NBH expired on 27 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T242 NBH done?
T242 NBH was recorded at 88,200 miles at its MOT on 28 Dec 2023, an average of 2,983 miles a year.
Has T242 NBH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T242 NBH has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on T242 NBH 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 T242 NBH find?
T242 NBH passed its latest MOT on 28 Dec 2023 with 1 minor defect: offside front windscreen wiper blade defective rubber split on end.

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