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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T359 RPJMOT history

T359 RPJ is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 8 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 Oct 2023 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 62,516 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Oct 2023
Mileage
62,516 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2022
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,391 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T359 RPJ
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
8 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T359 RPJ was last recorded at 62,516 miles on 5 Oct 2022, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,514 miles · 9 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
2,391 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 62,516 miles
  • 2019 – 51,922 miles
  • 2018 – 47,895 miles
  • 2016 – 42,880 miles
  • 2015 – 39,342 miles
  • 2014 – 34,035 miles
  • 2013 – 33,768 miles
  • 2012 – 33,291 miles
  • 2011 – 32,824 miles
  • 2010 – 32,204 miles
  • 2009 – 31,343 miles
  • 2008 – 30,528 miles
  • 2007 – 25,634 miles
  • 2006 – 22,761 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,516 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front top suspension mounting has some playRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 18 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,516 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    62,516 miles
    Test number
    687204658479
    • AdvisoryNearside Front top suspension mounting has some play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail62,514 miles (+10,592)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,514 miles
    Test number
    757788472366
    • DangerousOffside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front top suspension mounting has some play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  3. Pass51,922 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    51,922 miles
    Test number
    472827919928

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail51,922 miles (+4,027)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,922 miles
    Test number
    305820560652
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass47,895 miles (+5,015)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    47,895 miles
    Test number
    592650231533
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  6. Pass42,880 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    42,880 miles
    Test number
    610554440702
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  7. Fail42,880 miles (+3,538)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,880 miles
    Test number
    104832176417
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  8. Pass39,342 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    39,342 miles
    Test number
    407680785164
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  9. Fail39,342 miles (+5,307)7 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,342 miles
    Test number
    719223775148
    • FailureNearside Front Battery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  10. Pass34,035 miles (+267)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    34,035 miles
    Test number
    175485454418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass33,768 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    33,768 miles
    Test number
    446555543072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail33,768 miles (+477)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,768 miles
    Test number
    948615443051
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)

  13. Pass33,291 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    33,291 miles
    Test number
    598117542093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail33,291 miles (+467)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,291 miles
    Test number
    506787442003
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

  15. Pass32,824 miles (+620)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    32,824 miles
    Test number
    905416341083
    • NoteNearside front tyrewall cracking

  16. Pass32,204 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    32,204 miles
    Test number
    912685350021
    • NoteDifferent size tyres fitted on rear axle compared to front
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished and worn low on outside edge

  17. Fail32,204 miles (+861)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,204 miles
    Test number
    524114950036
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteDifferent size tyres fitted on rear axle compared to front
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished and worn low on outside edge

  18. Pass31,343 miles (+815)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    31,343 miles
    Test number
    580335439013
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyre low on edges

  19. Fail30,528 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,528 miles
    Test number
    151866558438
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges

  20. Pass30,528 miles (+4,894)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    30,528 miles
    Test number
    221826058031
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges

  21. Pass25,634 miles (+2,873)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    25,634 miles
    Test number
    862066667162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass22,761 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    22,761 miles
    Test number
    273039246079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T359 RPJ

Does T359 RPJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T359 RPJ expired on 4 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T359 RPJ?
The MOT on T359 RPJ expired on 4 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T359 RPJ done?
T359 RPJ was recorded at 62,516 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2022, an average of 2,391 miles a year.
Has T359 RPJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T359 RPJ has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on T359 RPJ 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 T359 RPJ find?
T359 RPJ passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2022 with 4 advisories: nearside front top suspension mounting has some play; offside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; offside rear road wheel slightly distorted, and 1 more.

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