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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T442 RVKMOT history

T442 RVK is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 19 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 6 Nov 2022 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 91,538 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Nov 2022
Mileage
91,538 mi
At MOT on 31 Oct 2022
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,111 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T442 RVK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
31 Oct 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T442 RVK was last recorded at 91,538 miles on 31 Oct 2022, 10,881 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,657 miles · 5 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
10,881 miles
Average per year
3,111 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 91,538 miles
  • 2021 – 80,657 miles
  • 2020 – 74,087 miles
  • 2019 – 67,610 miles
  • 2018 – 52,289 miles
  • 2016 – 51,925 miles
  • 2015 – 51,429 miles
  • 2014 – 50,777 miles
  • 2013 – 49,927 miles
  • 2012 – 48,575 miles
  • 2011 – 47,121 miles
  • 2010 – 46,222 miles
  • 2009 – 44,810 miles
  • 2008 – 43,507 miles
  • 2007 – 41,582 miles
  • 2006 – 39,819 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail91,538 miles
  • DangerousFront Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorFront Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded over fuel lines (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material times 2 (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (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))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above fuel filler pipes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail91,538 miles (+10,881)1 dangerous7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,538 miles
    Test number
    691764807859
    • DangerousFront Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded over fuel lines (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material times 2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Pass80,657 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    80,657 miles
    Test number
    228566872987
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above fuel filler pipes (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail80,652 miles (+6,565)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,652 miles
    Test number
    867883504641
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm exess scrubbing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above fuel filler pipes (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass74,087 miles (+6,477)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    74,087 miles
    Test number
    276924919171
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to front (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass67,610 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    67,610 miles
    Test number
    688328076107
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Fail67,609 miles (+15,320)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,609 miles
    Test number
    685941111989
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass52,289 miles (+364)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    52,289 miles
    Test number
    728510553367
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass51,925 miles (+496)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    51,925 miles
    Test number
    536690813416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass51,429 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    51,429 miles
    Test number
    816261475002
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteClutch worn pedal high

  10. Fail51,429 miles (+652)2 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,429 miles
    Test number
    188731475028
    • FailureOffside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteClutch worn pedal high

  11. Pass50,777 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    50,777 miles
    Test number
    127368154003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail50,776 miles (+849)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,776 miles
    Test number
    197627654078
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  13. Pass49,927 miles (+1,352)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    49,927 miles
    Test number
    165353673034
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front tyres perished

  14. Pass48,575 miles (+1,454)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    48,575 miles
    Test number
    415358882073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass47,121 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    47,121 miles
    Test number
    488310891024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail47,121 miles (+899)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,121 miles
    Test number
    755460391075
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  17. Pass46,222 miles (+1,412)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    46,222 miles
    Test number
    674345580088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass44,810 miles (+1,303)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    44,810 miles
    Test number
    110994289030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass43,507 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    43,507 miles
    Test number
    252510978069
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Fail43,507 miles (+1,925)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,507 miles
    Test number
    710680178091
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass41,582 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    41,582 miles
    Test number
    360022287057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail41,582 miles (+1,763)2 dangerous2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,582 miles
    Test number
    442702387050
    • DangerousNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  23. Pass39,819 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    39,819 miles
    Test number
    142216176040
    • NoteCorrosion has started in various steel brake pipes

  24. Fail39,819 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,819 miles
    Test number
    714446476010
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteCorrosion has started in various steel brake pipes

Questions about T442 RVK

Does T442 RVK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T442 RVK expired on 6 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T442 RVK?
The MOT on T442 RVK expired on 6 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T442 RVK done?
T442 RVK was recorded at 91,538 miles at its MOT on 31 Oct 2022, an average of 3,111 miles a year.
Has T442 RVK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T442 RVK has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on T442 RVK 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 T442 RVK find?
T442 RVK failed its latest MOT on 31 Oct 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 7 major defects and 6 advisories: front inner brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; front inner brake disc significantly and obviously worn, and 11 more.

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