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Volkswagen Polo

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T320 SOOMOT history

T320 SOO is a green petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 12 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 6 May 2023 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 103,066 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 6 May 2023
Mileage
103,066 mi
At MOT on 23 May 2023
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,191 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T320 SOO
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
12 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 May 2023
Latest MOT test
23 May 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T320 SOO was last recorded at 103,066 miles on 23 May 2023, 2,204 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,862 miles · 27 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
2,204 miles
Average per year
4,191 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 103,066 miles
  • 2022 – 100,862 miles
  • 2021 – 99,720 miles
  • 2019 – 82,943 miles
  • 2018 – 76,787 miles
  • 2017 – 68,956 miles
  • 2016 – 67,239 miles
  • 2014 – 64,524 miles
  • 2013 – 61,538 miles
  • 2012 – 58,654 miles
  • 2011 – 53,607 miles
  • 2010 – 51,651 miles
  • 2009 – 46,913 miles
  • 2008 – 41,674 miles
  • 2007 – 36,079 miles
  • 2006 – 31,085 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail103,066 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorOffside Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFloor not fully secure boot (6.2.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from bias valve (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Front Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Spare wheel well severely deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 20 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail103,066 miles (+2,204)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,066 miles
    Test number
    791644459438
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFloor not fully secure boot (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from bias valve (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass100,862 miles (+60)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2023
    Odometer
    100,862 miles
    Test number
    633983714635
    • AdvisoryFloor not fully secure boot floor (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail100,802 miles (+1,082)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,802 miles
    Test number
    778275022466
    • DangerousFloor in such a condition it is likely to cause load insecurity or instability boot floor (6.2.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass99,720 miles (+3)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2022
    Odometer
    99,720 miles
    Test number
    811787302340
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare wheel well severely deteriorated

  5. Fail99,717 miles (+16,774)1 dangerous7 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,717 miles
    Test number
    610431860056
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge and 3.1mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge and 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge and 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare wheel well severely deteriorated

  6. Pass82,943 miles (+6,156)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    82,943 miles
    Test number
    347365449829
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill and sill in door (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  7. Pass76,787 miles (+50)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    76,787 miles
    Test number
    581942692510

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail76,737 miles (+7,781)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,737 miles
    Test number
    512308756430
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass68,956 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    68,956 miles
    Test number
    555039252749
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  10. Fail68,956 miles (+1,717)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,956 miles
    Test number
    146660781647
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass67,239 miles (+2,715)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    67,239 miles
    Test number
    794530265115
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass64,524 miles (+2,986)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    64,524 miles
    Test number
    939332474064
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass61,538 miles (+2,884)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    61,538 miles
    Test number
    487190173020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass58,654 miles (+5,047)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    58,654 miles
    Test number
    655168162099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass53,607 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    53,607 miles
    Test number
    629062561014
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteFront exhaust clamp broken..

  16. Fail53,607 miles (+1,956)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,607 miles
    Test number
    166992961490
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteFront exhaust clamp broken..

  17. Pass51,651 miles (+4,738)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    51,651 miles
    Test number
    131244160044
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass46,913 miles (+5,239)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    46,913 miles
    Test number
    433055869087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass41,674 miles (+5,595)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    41,674 miles
    Test number
    500706368023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass36,079 miles (+4,994)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    36,079 miles
    Test number
    731031277098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass31,085 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    31,085 miles
    Test number
    201749776085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail31,085 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,085 miles
    Test number
    334149076038
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Questions about T320 SOO

Does T320 SOO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T320 SOO expired on 6 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T320 SOO?
The MOT on T320 SOO expired on 6 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T320 SOO done?
T320 SOO was recorded at 103,066 miles at its MOT on 23 May 2023, an average of 4,191 miles a year.
Has T320 SOO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T320 SOO has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 23 May 2023.
Has the mileage on T320 SOO 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 T320 SOO find?
T320 SOO failed its latest MOT on 23 May 2023 with 6 major defects and 6 advisories: nearside front outer suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill; nearside inner suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill; nearside rear inner suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill, and 9 more.

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