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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 999 cc

T368 BJRMOT history

T368 BJR is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 3 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 15 Dec 2022 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 107,413 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Dec 2022
Mileage
107,413 mi
At MOT on 13 Dec 2022
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,510 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T368 BJR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
3 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
13 Dec 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T368 BJR was last recorded at 107,413 miles on 13 Dec 2022, 656 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,757 miles · 16 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
656 miles
Average per year
3,510 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 107,413 miles
  • 2021 – 106,757 miles
  • 2020 – 105,785 miles
  • 2019 – 104,310 miles
  • 2018 – 103,663 miles
  • 2017 – 102,773 miles
  • 2016 – 102,146 miles
  • 2015 – 101,387 miles
  • 2014 – 100,788 miles
  • 2013 – 100,080 miles
  • 2012 – 99,466 miles
  • 2011 – 96,565 miles
  • 2010 – 87,236 miles
  • 2009 – 76,841 miles
  • 2008 – 63,588 miles
  • 2007 – 54,835 miles
  • 2006 – 48,420 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail107,413 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength rear axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside sill corroded but not considered excessive
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside sill corroded but not considered excessive

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Offside and nearside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail107,413 miles (+656)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,413 miles
    Test number
    953867834034
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength rear axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside sill corroded but not considered excessive
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside sill corroded but not considered excessive

  2. Pass106,757 miles (+972)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    106,757 miles
    Test number
    316902599259
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass105,785 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    105,785 miles
    Test number
    922923872239
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail105,784 miles (+1,474)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,784 miles
    Test number
    574194635011
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass104,310 miles (+647)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    104,310 miles
    Test number
    371038826413
    • AdvisoryAuxiliary belt starting to fray.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryGearbox oil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass103,663 miles (+7)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    103,663 miles
    Test number
    165861763805
    • AdvisoryALT belt fraying
    • AdvisoryBoth rear springs corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded

  7. Fail103,656 miles (+883)6 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,656 miles
    Test number
    542432045533
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryALT belt fraying
    • AdvisoryBoth rear springs corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded

  8. Pass102,773 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    102,773 miles
    Test number
    285291918333
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  9. Fail102,767 miles (+621)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,767 miles
    Test number
    856298058401
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings cill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  10. Pass102,146 miles (+759)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    102,146 miles
    Test number
    220786487905
    • 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 Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre worn

  11. Pass101,387 miles (+3)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    101,387 miles
    Test number
    385017345082
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • 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 Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAlt belt deteriorated
    • NoteOil leak from gearbox

  12. Fail101,384 miles (+596)4 dangerous2 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,384 miles
    Test number
    778744945045
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • DangerousNearside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • FailureElectrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAlt belt deteriorated
    • NoteOil leak from gearbox

  13. Pass100,788 miles (+708)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    100,788 miles
    Test number
    879188834091
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  14. Pass100,080 miles (+39)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    100,080 miles
    Test number
    156490753424
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  15. Fail100,041 miles (+575)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,041 miles
    Test number
    999039433036
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass99,466 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    99,466 miles
    Test number
    128786542041
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteCar badly scratched on nearside and has other scratches on car
    • NoteEngine has misfire

  17. Fail99,466 miles (+2,901)4 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,466 miles
    Test number
    756046742030
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteCar badly scratched on nearside and has other scratches on car
    • NoteEngine has misfire

  18. Pass96,565 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    96,565 miles
    Test number
    959582141053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail96,564 miles (+9,328)1 dangerous2 failures4 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,564 miles
    Test number
    427552341023
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight play both rear wheel bearings

  20. Pass87,236 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    87,236 miles
    Test number
    401155830027
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Fail87,236 miles (+10,395)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,236 miles
    Test number
    102565530072
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass76,841 miles (+13,253)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    76,841 miles
    Test number
    293442149020
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/f tyre cut in sidewall.

  23. Pass63,588 miles (+8,753)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    63,588 miles
    Test number
    753705948091
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear brakes uneven.

  24. Pass54,835 miles (+6,415)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    54,835 miles
    Test number
    142082457010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass48,420 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    48,420 miles
    Test number
    723032656028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T368 BJR

Does T368 BJR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T368 BJR expired on 15 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T368 BJR?
The MOT on T368 BJR expired on 15 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T368 BJR done?
T368 BJR was recorded at 107,413 miles at its MOT on 13 Dec 2022, an average of 3,510 miles a year.
Has T368 BJR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T368 BJR has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on T368 BJR 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 T368 BJR find?
T368 BJR failed its latest MOT on 13 Dec 2022 with 2 major defects and 5 advisories: nearside rear seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength rear axle; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 4 more.

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