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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T407 HRVMOT history

T407 HRV is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 27 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 20 Oct 2023 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 58,209 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Oct 2023
Mileage
58,209 mi
At MOT on 30 Oct 2023
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,191 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T407 HRV
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
27 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
30 Oct 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T407 HRV was last recorded at 58,209 miles on 30 Oct 2023, 2,134 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,075 miles · 3 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
2,134 miles
Average per year
2,191 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 58,209 miles
  • 2022 – 56,075 miles
  • 2021 – 54,506 miles
  • 2020 – 54,108 miles
  • 2019 – 53,986 miles
  • 2018 – 53,700 miles
  • 2017 – 52,614 miles
  • 2016 – 51,963 miles
  • 2015 – 50,607 miles
  • 2014 – 47,324 miles
  • 2013 – 42,832 miles
  • 2012 – 39,550 miles
  • 2011 – 36,124 miles
  • 2010 – 31,783 miles
  • 2009 – 24,286 miles
  • 2008 – 23,224 miles
  • 2007 – 21,965 miles
  • 2006 – 20,301 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail58,209 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall 185 55 14 80H Continental (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 185 55 14 80H Continental (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both pipes Centre to rear, rear hose end (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 11 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail58,209 miles (+2,134)2 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,209 miles
    Test number
    530811627870
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall 185 55 14 80H Continental (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 185 55 14 80H Continental (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both pipes Centre to rear, rear hose end (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass56,075 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    56,075 miles
    Test number
    407078773001
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail56,075 miles (+1,569)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,075 miles
    Test number
    487625039923
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass54,506 miles (+398)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    54,506 miles
    Test number
    517974644571
    • AdvisoryEngine idle erratic
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both coil springs rusty (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower bushes starting to perish (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre starting to wear outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both coil springs rusty (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass54,108 miles (+122)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    54,108 miles
    Test number
    871474250635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass53,986 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    53,986 miles
    Test number
    798929087078
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail53,986 miles (+286)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,986 miles
    Test number
    114372240354
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass53,700 miles (+1,086)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    53,700 miles
    Test number
    488423421857
    • AdvisoryFront Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Pass52,614 miles (+651)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    52,614 miles
    Test number
    215336156851
    • AdvisoryFront Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass51,963 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    51,963 miles
    Test number
    205437573530

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail51,963 miles (+1,356)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,963 miles
    Test number
    763407069844
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

  12. Pass50,607 miles (+3,283)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    50,607 miles
    Test number
    265393455462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass47,324 miles (+4,492)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    47,324 miles
    Test number
    297511964442
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteRear exhaust box outer skin corroded

  14. Pass42,832 miles (+3,282)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    42,832 miles
    Test number
    315755563156
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteRear exhaust box outer skin corroded

  15. Pass39,550 miles (+3,426)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    39,550 miles
    Test number
    518316382171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteRear exhaust box outer skin corroded

  16. Pass36,124 miles (+4,341)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    36,124 miles
    Test number
    768528481175
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass31,783 miles (+7,497)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    31,783 miles
    Test number
    524000390126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass24,286 miles (+1,062)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    24,286 miles
    Test number
    272221199182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass23,224 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    23,224 miles
    Test number
    204508098174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail23,224 miles (+1,259)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,224 miles
    Test number
    670257198124
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Pass21,965 miles (+1,664)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    21,965 miles
    Test number
    563157497175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass20,301 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    20,301 miles
    Test number
    963932096108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T407 HRV

Does T407 HRV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T407 HRV expired on 20 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T407 HRV?
The MOT on T407 HRV expired on 20 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T407 HRV done?
T407 HRV was recorded at 58,209 miles at its MOT on 30 Oct 2023, an average of 2,191 miles a year.
Has T407 HRV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T407 HRV has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on T407 HRV 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 T407 HRV find?
T407 HRV failed its latest MOT on 30 Oct 2023 with 2 dangerous defects, 2 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside front inner tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall 185 55 14 80h continental; offside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 185 55 14 80h continental; anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault, and 4 more.

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