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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 999 cc

T415 RFSMOT history

T415 RFS is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 26 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 May 2023 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 29,640 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 May 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 2 May 2023
Mileage
29,640 mi
At MOT on 3 May 2022
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
T415 RFS
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
26 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 May 2023
Latest MOT test
3 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T415 RFS was last recorded at 29,640 miles on 3 May 2022, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Jan 2022: 29,625 miles, lower than 58,748 miles on 9 Jan 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
29,625 miles · 28 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
15 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 29,640 miles
  • 2019 – 58,748 miles
  • 2017 – 56,508 miles
  • 2016 – 51,948 miles
  • 2012 – 51,871 miles
  • 2011 – 51,466 miles
  • 2010 – 50,433 miles
  • 2009 – 49,318 miles
  • 2008 – 45,044 miles
  • 2007 – 41,265 miles
  • 2006 – 37,435 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass29,640 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • The front chassis and hubs are very rusty.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

17 tests since 7 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass29,640 miles (+15)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2023
    Odometer
    29,640 miles
    Test number
    772945960560
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail29,625 miles11 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,625 miles
    Test number
    363020228385
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to exhaust condition (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearingb on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryGear box oil leak
    • AdvisoryHead lamp switch insecure

  3. PassMileage not read1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    461436041272
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. FailMileage not read2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    658244883303
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    803333815806
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass58,748 miles (+2,240)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    58,748 miles
    Test number
    964877005480
    • AdvisoryWire Touching Steering Rack Bellow N/S/F

  7. Pass56,508 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    56,508 miles
    Test number
    658158157325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail56,508 miles (+4,560)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,508 miles
    Test number
    890252502241
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box missing (7.1.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  9. Pass51,948 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    51,948 miles
    Test number
    489385323076
    • AdvisoryThe front chassis and hubs are very rusty.

  10. Fail51,947 miles (+76)3 dangerous1 failure3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,947 miles
    Test number
    115923307601
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryThe front chassis and hubs are very rusty.

  11. Pass51,871 miles (+405)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    51,871 miles
    Test number
    248821692134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass51,466 miles (+1,033)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    51,466 miles
    Test number
    426042961132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass50,433 miles (+1,115)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    50,433 miles
    Test number
    581604450106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass49,318 miles (+4,274)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    49,318 miles
    Test number
    204995819483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass45,044 miles (+3,779)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    45,044 miles
    Test number
    922150828113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass41,265 miles (+3,830)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    41,265 miles
    Test number
    161444997065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass37,435 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    37,435 miles
    Test number
    723107896056
    • NoteREAR TYRES. INNER SIDE WALLS CRACKING. †TREADS GOOD 4MM

Questions about T415 RFS

Does T415 RFS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T415 RFS expired on 2 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T415 RFS?
The MOT on T415 RFS expired on 2 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T415 RFS done?
T415 RFS was recorded at 29,640 miles at its MOT on 3 May 2022.
Has T415 RFS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T415 RFS has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on T415 RFS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Jan 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T415 RFS find?
T415 RFS passed its latest MOT on 3 May 2022 with 5 advisories: nearside front brake pad(s) wearing thin; offside front brake pad(s) wearing thin; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge, and 2 more.

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