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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T283 BFCMOT history

T283 BFC is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 23 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 27 Sept 2022 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 93,029 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Sept 2022
Mileage
93,029 mi
At MOT on 4 Oct 2022
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,505 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T283 BFC
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
23 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Sept 2022
Latest MOT test
4 Oct 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T283 BFC was last recorded at 93,029 miles on 4 Oct 2022, 1,474 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,555 miles · 28 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
1,474 miles
Average per year
2,505 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 93,029 miles
  • 2021 – 91,555 miles
  • 2020 – 88,757 miles
  • 2019 – 87,094 miles
  • 2018 – 85,381 miles
  • 2017 – 83,431 miles
  • 2016 – 81,052 miles
  • 2015 – 78,260 miles
  • 2014 – 75,991 miles
  • 2013 – 73,377 miles
  • 2012 – 71,438 miles
  • 2011 – 69,173 miles
  • 2010 – 66,718 miles
  • 2009 – 63,590 miles
  • 2008 – 60,022 miles
  • 2007 – 56,331 miles
  • 2006 – 51,704 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail93,029 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced uper and lower (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength uper and lower (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced uper and lower (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength uper and lower (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Offside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 5 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail93,029 miles (+1,474)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,029 miles
    Test number
    267751958871
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced uper and lower (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength uper and lower (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced uper and lower (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength uper and lower (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass91,555 miles (+2,798)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    91,555 miles
    Test number
    764541585324
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sill corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel arch corroded

  3. Pass88,757 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2021
    Odometer
    88,757 miles
    Test number
    486238136568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail88,753 miles (+1,659)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,753 miles
    Test number
    232450469502
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front,badly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake valve leaking rear compensator (1.1.7 (d) (i))

  5. Pass87,094 miles (+1,713)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    87,094 miles
    Test number
    622065788008
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass85,381 miles (+55)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    85,381 miles
    Test number
    627201577230
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  7. Fail85,326 miles (+1,895)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,326 miles
    Test number
    811167924203
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  8. Pass83,431 miles (+2,379)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    83,431 miles
    Test number
    789195816547
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  9. Pass81,052 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    81,052 miles
    Test number
    537794121559
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail81,052 miles (+2,792)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,052 miles
    Test number
    153307559611
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass78,260 miles (+2,269)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    78,260 miles
    Test number
    127637945493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass75,991 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    75,991 miles
    Test number
    567905944007
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail75,981 miles (+2,604)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,981 miles
    Test number
    149665844047
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  14. Pass73,377 miles (+1,939)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    73,377 miles
    Test number
    189903363448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass71,438 miles (+2,265)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    71,438 miles
    Test number
    515012182072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass69,173 miles (+2,455)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    69,173 miles
    Test number
    665574091087
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOSR tyre sidewalls wvery worn.

  17. Pass66,718 miles (+3,128)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    66,718 miles
    Test number
    623725780088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass63,590 miles (+80)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    63,590 miles
    Test number
    114028579061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail63,510 miles (+3,488)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,510 miles
    Test number
    322935079077
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  20. Pass60,022 miles (+3,691)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    60,022 miles
    Test number
    570213378022
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass56,331 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    56,331 miles
    Test number
    352319377084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail56,331 miles (+4,627)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,331 miles
    Test number
    580629177030
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  23. Pass51,704 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    51,704 miles
    Test number
    153505396449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T283 BFC

Does T283 BFC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T283 BFC expired on 27 Sept 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T283 BFC?
The MOT on T283 BFC expired on 27 Sept 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T283 BFC done?
T283 BFC was recorded at 93,029 miles at its MOT on 4 Oct 2022, an average of 2,505 miles a year.
Has T283 BFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T283 BFC has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on T283 BFC 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 T283 BFC find?
T283 BFC failed its latest MOT on 4 Oct 2022 with 7 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside front lower seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced; nearside rear seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced uper and lower; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength uper and lower, and 7 more.

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