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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T284 JHLMOT history

T284 JHL is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 29 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 20 May 2024 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 56,471 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 20 May 2024
Mileage
56,471 mi
At MOT on 19 May 2023
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,642 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T284 JHL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 May 2024
Latest MOT test
19 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T284 JHL was last recorded at 56,471 miles on 19 May 2023, 3,912 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
52,559 miles · 17 May 2022
Between the last two tests
3,912 miles
Average per year
1,642 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 56,471 miles
  • 2022 – 52,559 miles
  • 2021 – 50,740 miles
  • 2020 – 49,072 miles
  • 2019 – 44,667 miles
  • 2018 – 39,738 miles
  • 2017 – 38,271 miles
  • 2016 – 37,949 miles
  • 2015 – 37,408 miles
  • 2014 – 36,455 miles
  • 2013 – 35,450 miles
  • 2012 – 34,511 miles
  • 2011 – 33,431 miles
  • 2010 – 32,352 miles
  • 2009 – 31,221 miles
  • 2008 – 30,114 miles
  • 2007 – 29,005 miles
  • 2006 – 28,243 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass56,471 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Both front suspension arms corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 11 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass56,471 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2024
    Odometer
    56,471 miles
    Test number
    954382371938
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail56,469 miles (+3,910)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,469 miles
    Test number
    424422010975
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass52,559 miles (+1,819)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2023
    Odometer
    52,559 miles
    Test number
    288436585955
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to suspension components+underbody

  4. Pass50,740 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2022
    Odometer
    50,740 miles
    Test number
    518985049142
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to suspension+subframes

  5. FailMileage not read2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    772719546165
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to suspension+subframes

  6. Pass49,072 miles (+15)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2021
    Odometer
    49,072 miles
    Test number
    274558465837
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Fail49,057 miles (+4,390)1 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,057 miles
    Test number
    961144273764
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass44,667 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    44,667 miles
    Test number
    178883683989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail44,667 miles (+4,929)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,667 miles
    Test number
    807416816368
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testRear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))

  10. Pass39,738 miles (+78)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    39,738 miles
    Test number
    644535852198
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBoth front suspension arms corroded

  11. Fail39,660 miles (+1,389)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,660 miles
    Test number
    464880889320
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBoth front suspension arms corroded

  12. Pass38,271 miles (+322)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    38,271 miles
    Test number
    819904903296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  13. Pass37,949 miles (+541)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    37,949 miles
    Test number
    380197956635
    • AdvisoryBOTH rear tyres have age cracks
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH front inners pitted (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass37,408 miles (+953)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    37,408 miles
    Test number
    539261175009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass36,455 miles (+1,005)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    36,455 miles
    Test number
    455143474045
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  16. Pass35,450 miles (+939)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    35,450 miles
    Test number
    517264773017
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres slighty edged on inners

  17. Pass34,511 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    34,511 miles
    Test number
    926006572038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail34,511 miles (+1,080)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,511 miles
    Test number
    526176272024
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

  19. Pass33,431 miles (+1,079)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    33,431 miles
    Test number
    666486671053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass32,352 miles (+1,131)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    32,352 miles
    Test number
    151571170464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass31,221 miles (+1,107)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    31,221 miles
    Test number
    491323079006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass30,114 miles (+1,109)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    30,114 miles
    Test number
    281775778086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass29,005 miles (+762)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    29,005 miles
    Test number
    384509667071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  24. Pass28,243 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    28,243 miles
    Test number
    691990376066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T284 JHL

Does T284 JHL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T284 JHL expired on 20 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T284 JHL?
The MOT on T284 JHL expired on 20 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T284 JHL done?
T284 JHL was recorded at 56,471 miles at its MOT on 19 May 2023, an average of 1,642 miles a year.
Has T284 JHL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T284 JHL has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 19 May 2023.
Has the mileage on T284 JHL 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 T284 JHL find?
T284 JHL passed its latest MOT on 19 May 2023 with 2 advisories: front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both; rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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