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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T406 ALPMOT history

T406 ALP is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 21 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 7 Jul 2024 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 59,569 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jun 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Jul 2024
Mileage
59,569 mi
At MOT on 16 Jun 2023
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,175 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T406 ALP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
21 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
16 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T406 ALP was last recorded at 59,569 miles on 16 Jun 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,569 miles · 14 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,175 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 59,569 miles
  • 2022 – 55,371 miles
  • 2021 – 51,990 miles
  • 2020 – 47,142 miles
  • 2019 – 45,426 miles
  • 2018 – 43,655 miles
  • 2017 – 41,008 miles
  • 2016 – 39,338 miles
  • 2015 – 36,696 miles
  • 2014 – 35,000 miles
  • 2013 – 33,222 miles
  • 2012 – 31,260 miles
  • 2011 – 30,086 miles
  • 2010 – 28,769 miles
  • 2009 – 27,055 miles
  • 2008 – 25,994 miles
  • 2007 – 24,366 miles
  • 2006 – 22,693 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,569 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2015

Full MOT history

30 tests since 1 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,569 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    59,569 miles
    Test number
    190622906858
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail59,569 miles (+4,198)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,569 miles
    Test number
    910653796332
    • MajorNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass55,371 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    55,371 miles
    Test number
    878704980779
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  4. Fail55,371 miles (+3,381)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,371 miles
    Test number
    328167373006
    • DangerousNearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  5. Pass51,990 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    51,990 miles
    Test number
    105363167097
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail51,990 miles (+4,848)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,990 miles
    Test number
    557021726054
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to rear silencer broken off (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer broken off (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass47,142 miles (+1,716)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    47,142 miles
    Test number
    750519892097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass45,426 miles (+1,771)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    45,426 miles
    Test number
    347078924161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass43,655 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    43,655 miles
    Test number
    213699498814

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail43,648 miles (+2,640)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,648 miles
    Test number
    283226662508
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass41,008 miles (+1,670)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    41,008 miles
    Test number
    495957604351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass39,338 miles (+2,642)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    39,338 miles
    Test number
    701412424306
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass36,696 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    36,696 miles
    Test number
    276196675436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail36,696 miles (+1,696)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,696 miles
    Test number
    745416775134
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  15. Pass35,000 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    35,000 miles
    Test number
    119702464178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail35,000 miles (+1,778)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,000 miles
    Test number
    347842764140
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  17. Fail33,222 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,222 miles
    Test number
    207821263449
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass33,222 miles (+1,962)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    33,222 miles
    Test number
    209711263441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail31,260 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,260 miles
    Test number
    156943372107
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass31,260 miles (+1,174)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    31,260 miles
    Test number
    449063572118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass30,086 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    30,086 miles
    Test number
    266220481425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass30,067 miles (+1,298)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    30,067 miles
    Test number
    769791371158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass28,769 miles (+1,714)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    28,769 miles
    Test number
    974452770168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass27,055 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    27,055 miles
    Test number
    963043769131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail27,055 miles (+1,061)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,055 miles
    Test number
    113923569104
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

  26. Pass25,994 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    25,994 miles
    Test number
    894249168173
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  27. Fail25,994 miles (+1,628)3 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,994 miles
    Test number
    931439968105
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  28. Pass24,366 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    24,366 miles
    Test number
    192200477158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail24,366 miles (+1,673)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,366 miles
    Test number
    194849267185
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  30. Pass22,693 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    22,693 miles
    Test number
    292342086176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T406 ALP

Does T406 ALP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T406 ALP expired on 7 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T406 ALP?
The MOT on T406 ALP expired on 7 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T406 ALP done?
T406 ALP was recorded at 59,569 miles at its MOT on 16 Jun 2023, an average of 2,175 miles a year.
Has T406 ALP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T406 ALP has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on T406 ALP 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 T406 ALP find?
T406 ALP passed its latest MOT on 16 Jun 2023 with 1 advisory: offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge.

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