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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T45 GTHMOT history

T45 GTH is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 14 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Jul 2024 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 44,544 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Jul 2024
Mileage
44,544 mi
At MOT on 10 Jun 2024
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,477 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T45 GTH
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
14 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
10 Jun 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T45 GTH was last recorded at 44,544 miles on 10 Jun 2024, 863 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
43,681 miles · 5 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
863 miles
Average per year
1,477 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 44,544 miles
  • 2023 – 43,681 miles
  • 2022 – 42,510 miles
  • 2021 – 41,389 miles
  • 2020 – 40,498 miles
  • 2019 – 39,244 miles
  • 2018 – 38,124 miles
  • 2017 – 37,205 miles
  • 2016 – 36,002 miles
  • 2015 – 34,969 miles
  • 2014 – 33,527 miles
  • 2013 – 31,985 miles
  • 2012 – 30,492 miles
  • 2011 – 28,864 miles
  • 2010 – 27,308 miles
  • 2009 – 25,465 miles
  • 2007 – 20,798 miles
  • 2006 – 18,789 miles
  • 2005 – 16,974 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail44,544 miles
  • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (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 Brake hose slightly chafed

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre exhaust box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 12 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail44,544 miles (+863)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,544 miles
    Test number
    802785114839
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  2. Pass43,681 miles (+1,171)3 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    43,681 miles
    Test number
    361115075526
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill/wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened beam axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass42,510 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    42,510 miles
    Test number
    419437481373
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  4. Fail42,510 miles (+1,121)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,510 miles
    Test number
    361736133007
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  5. Pass41,389 miles (+31)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    41,389 miles
    Test number
    871210169485
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail41,358 miles (+860)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,358 miles
    Test number
    935789705683
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass40,498 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    40,498 miles
    Test number
    990956786858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail40,498 miles (+1,254)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,498 miles
    Test number
    877089017205
    • Repaired at testCentral Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  9. Pass39,244 miles (+1,120)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    39,244 miles
    Test number
    427025267681

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass38,124 miles (+919)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    38,124 miles
    Test number
    328059605479
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Pass37,205 miles (+1,203)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    37,205 miles
    Test number
    925571116849

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass36,002 miles (+1,033)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    36,002 miles
    Test number
    286644433307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass34,969 miles (+1,442)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    34,969 miles
    Test number
    465047575108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass33,527 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    33,527 miles
    Test number
    707238474181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail33,527 miles (+1,542)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,527 miles
    Test number
    368808574179
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
  16. Pass31,985 miles (+1,493)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    31,985 miles
    Test number
    535786773166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,492 miles (+1,628)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    30,492 miles
    Test number
    998168372144
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass28,864 miles (+1,556)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    28,864 miles
    Test number
    765172571148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass27,308 miles (+1,843)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    27,308 miles
    Test number
    961568660168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass25,465 miles (+4,667)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    25,465 miles
    Test number
    332397479199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass20,798 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    20,798 miles
    Test number
    464197767267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail20,798 miles (+2,009)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,798 miles
    Test number
    130187167284
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  23. Pass18,789 miles (+1,815)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    18,789 miles
    Test number
    511540176291
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  24. Pass16,974 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    16,974 miles
    Test number
    524225885254
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T45 GTH

Does T45 GTH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T45 GTH expired on 3 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T45 GTH?
The MOT on T45 GTH expired on 3 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T45 GTH done?
T45 GTH was recorded at 44,544 miles at its MOT on 10 Jun 2024, an average of 1,477 miles a year.
Has T45 GTH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T45 GTH has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on T45 GTH 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 T45 GTH find?
T45 GTH failed its latest MOT on 10 Jun 2024 with 2 major defects and 1 advisory: offside front windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer wheel arch; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer wheel arch.

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