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Volkswagen Polo

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T272 CGXMOT history

T272 CGX is a green petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 19 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 25 Nov 2022 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 156,586 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Nov 2022
Mileage
156,586 mi
At MOT on 11 Nov 2021
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,431 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T272 CGX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
11 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T272 CGX was last recorded at 156,586 miles on 11 Nov 2021, 7,258 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,328 miles · 7 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
7,258 miles
Average per year
7,431 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 156,586 miles
  • 2020 – 149,328 miles
  • 2019 – 142,243 miles
  • 2018 – 133,195 miles
  • 2017 – 122,915 miles
  • 2016 – 117,329 miles
  • 2015 – 113,004 miles
  • 2014 – 105,760 miles
  • 2013 – 97,930 miles
  • 2012 – 88,805 miles
  • 2011 – 80,293 miles
  • 2010 – 66,466 miles
  • 2009 – 60,451 miles
  • 2008 – 50,204 miles
  • 2007 – 47,194 miles
  • 2006 – 42,457 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,586 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear axle beam corroded
  • AdvisoryRear brake and suspension components slightly corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

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 Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2008

  • Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

21 tests since 3 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,586 miles (+7,258)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    156,586 miles
    Test number
    512310508632
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake and suspension components slightly corroded

  2. Pass149,328 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    149,328 miles
    Test number
    379395086419
    • AdvisoryAxle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both rear (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing slightly noisy both rear (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam and suspension components slightly corroded

  3. Fail149,328 miles (+7,085)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,328 miles
    Test number
    637711351950
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBody panel corroded and likely to cause injury both rear wheelarches (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAxle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both rear (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing slightly noisy both rear (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam and suspension components slightly corroded

  4. Pass142,243 miles (+9,048)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    142,243 miles
    Test number
    529664615451
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre and rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear brake and suspension components slightly corroded

  5. Pass133,195 miles (+10,280)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    133,195 miles
    Test number
    151884633102
    • AdvisoryBoth rear lower wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blades smearing
    • AdvisoryMajor oil leak
    • AdvisoryWiper motor noisy

  6. Pass122,915 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    122,915 miles
    Test number
    215332596792
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryGearbox oil leak
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components slightly corroded

  7. Fail122,914 miles (+5,585)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,914 miles
    Test number
    421705797802
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryGearbox oil leak
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components slightly corroded

  8. Pass117,329 miles (+4,325)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    117,329 miles
    Test number
    289330517174
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both rear (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres sidewalls deteriorated

  9. Pass113,004 miles (+7,244)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    113,004 miles
    Test number
    767489229341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass105,760 miles (+7,830)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    105,760 miles
    Test number
    357954034228
    • NoteFront tyres worn on inner edge

  11. Fail97,930 miles2 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,930 miles
    Test number
    317237153420
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Pass97,930 miles (+9,125)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    97,930 miles
    Test number
    827707953284
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass88,805 miles (+8,512)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    88,805 miles
    Test number
    909425042238
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteChips in windscreen
    • NoteRear Exhaust corroded

  14. Pass80,293 miles (+13,827)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    80,293 miles
    Test number
    207178551299
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn

  15. Pass66,466 miles (+6,015)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    66,466 miles
    Test number
    144606430257
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass60,451 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    60,451 miles
    Test number
    832027739298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail60,451 miles (+10,247)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,451 miles
    Test number
    150340939271
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  18. Pass50,204 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    50,204 miles
    Test number
    961655838230
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  19. Fail50,203 miles (+3,009)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,203 miles
    Test number
    522583638279
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  20. Pass47,194 miles (+4,737)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    47,194 miles
    Test number
    730563837268
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  21. Pass42,457 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    42,457 miles
    Test number
    310614786141
    • NoteSlight corrosion on both front inner brakediscs
    • NoteSlight leak in center exhaust joint

Questions about T272 CGX

Does T272 CGX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T272 CGX expired on 25 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T272 CGX?
The MOT on T272 CGX expired on 25 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T272 CGX done?
T272 CGX was recorded at 156,586 miles at its MOT on 11 Nov 2021, an average of 7,431 miles a year.
Has T272 CGX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T272 CGX has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on T272 CGX 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 T272 CGX find?
T272 CGX passed its latest MOT on 11 Nov 2021 with 6 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; oil leak, but not excessive, and 3 more.

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