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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T401 OWBMOT history

T401 OWB is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 23 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 27 Jan 2024 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 61,090 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Jan 2024
Mileage
61,090 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2023
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,217 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T401 OWB
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
23 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T401 OWB was last recorded at 61,090 miles on 28 Jan 2023, 850 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,240 miles · 8 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
850 miles
Average per year
2,217 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 61,090 miles
  • 2021 – 60,240 miles
  • 2020 – 59,658 miles
  • 2019 – 58,485 miles
  • 2018 – 57,410 miles
  • 2017 – 56,415 miles
  • 2016 – 54,933 miles
  • 2015 – 53,192 miles
  • 2014 – 50,931 miles
  • 2013 – 48,088 miles
  • 2012 – 45,394 miles
  • 2011 – 41,297 miles
  • 2010 – 36,683 miles
  • 2009 – 34,272 miles
  • 2008 – 31,689 miles
  • 2007 – 27,310 miles
  • 2006 – 24,205 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass61,090 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (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.

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • 4x tyres +5yrs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 9 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass61,090 miles (+850)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    61,090 miles
    Test number
    905043036950
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass60,240 miles (+582)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    60,240 miles
    Test number
    582701882162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass59,658 miles (+1,173)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    59,658 miles
    Test number
    924549631487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass58,485 miles (+1,075)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    58,485 miles
    Test number
    675999082117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass57,410 miles (+995)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    57,410 miles
    Test number
    409062128332
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing and cracking on inner edge

  6. Pass56,415 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    56,415 miles
    Test number
    494613197617
    • Advisory4x tyres +5yrs
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  7. Fail56,415 miles (+1,482)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,415 miles
    Test number
    593977430243
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Advisory4x tyres +5yrs
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  8. Pass54,933 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    54,933 miles
    Test number
    783177169481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail54,933 miles (+1,741)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,933 miles
    Test number
    487942351311
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass53,192 miles (+2,261)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    53,192 miles
    Test number
    843641300069
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  11. Pass50,931 miles (+2,843)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    50,931 miles
    Test number
    459957974254
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Pass48,088 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    48,088 miles
    Test number
    946277763278
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear wiper blade split

  13. Fail48,088 miles (+2,694)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,088 miles
    Test number
    826777063284
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear wiper blade split

  14. Pass45,394 miles (+4,097)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    45,394 miles
    Test number
    578061072271
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass41,297 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    41,297 miles
    Test number
    779969071221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail41,288 miles (+4,605)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,288 miles
    Test number
    307698871278
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass36,683 miles (+2,411)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    36,683 miles
    Test number
    892997510330
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass34,272 miles (+34)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    34,272 miles
    Test number
    352292399231
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  19. Fail34,238 miles (+2,549)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,238 miles
    Test number
    453187789255
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  20. Pass31,689 miles (+4,379)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    31,689 miles
    Test number
    412945288229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass27,310 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    27,310 miles
    Test number
    273062497453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail27,285 miles (+3,080)1 dangerous3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,285 miles
    Test number
    491985387152
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Pass24,205 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    24,205 miles
    Test number
    611930666169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T401 OWB

Does T401 OWB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T401 OWB expired on 27 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T401 OWB?
The MOT on T401 OWB expired on 27 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T401 OWB done?
T401 OWB was recorded at 61,090 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2023, an average of 2,217 miles a year.
Has T401 OWB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T401 OWB has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Oct 2017.
Has the mileage on T401 OWB 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 T401 OWB find?
T401 OWB passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2023 with 3 advisories: front coil spring corroded both side; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear coil spring corroded both side.

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