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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T471 EAFMOT history

T471 EAF is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 16 Jun 2023 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 108,114 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jun 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Jun 2023
Mileage
108,114 mi
At MOT on 16 Jun 2022
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,501 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T471 EAF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
16 Jun 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T471 EAF was last recorded at 108,114 miles on 16 Jun 2022, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,112 miles · 14 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
4,501 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 108,114 miles
  • 2021 – 106,753 miles
  • 2020 – 104,717 miles
  • 2019 – 104,304 miles
  • 2018 – 89,168 miles
  • 2017 – 76,772 miles
  • 2016 – 69,497 miles
  • 2015 – 66,420 miles
  • 2014 – 63,321 miles
  • 2013 – 59,313 miles
  • 2012 – 56,013 miles
  • 2011 – 52,952 miles
  • 2010 – 49,592 miles
  • 2009 – 46,131 miles
  • 2008 – 42,402 miles
  • 2007 – 38,968 miles
  • 2006 – 35,631 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,114 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front floor / inner sill corroded and holedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear axle beam corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySpare wheel /boot floor corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 9 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,114 miles (+2)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    108,114 miles
    Test number
    268096150287
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front floor / inner sill corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam corroded
    • AdvisorySpare wheel /boot floor corroded

  2. Fail108,112 miles (+1,359)2 dangerous1 major14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,112 miles
    Test number
    941108779143
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front floor / inner sill corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam corroded
    • AdvisorySpare wheel /boot floor corroded

  3. Pass106,753 miles (+2,036)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    106,753 miles
    Test number
    934475319450
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn mounting slight lift (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass104,717 miles (+413)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    104,717 miles
    Test number
    612845325006
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail104,304 miles (+15,136)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,304 miles
    Test number
    991144698348
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear axle mounting corroded unable to inspect fully due to location of corrosion

  6. Pass89,168 miles (+12,396)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    89,168 miles
    Test number
    970831541992

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass76,772 miles (+17)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    76,772 miles
    Test number
    611802470133
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to front brake discs

  8. Fail76,755 miles (+7,258)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,755 miles
    Test number
    725536408107
    • FailurePower steering inoperative (2.3.3a)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres sidewalls cracking
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam/trailing arms corroded, not excessive

  9. Pass69,497 miles (+3,077)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2017
    Odometer
    69,497 miles
    Test number
    810070917269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass66,420 miles (+3,099)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2016
    Odometer
    66,420 miles
    Test number
    208318125125
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteBeen undersealed but still rusty under neath

  11. Pass63,321 miles (+4,008)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2015
    Odometer
    63,321 miles
    Test number
    407367124176
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  12. Pass59,313 miles (+3,300)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    59,313 miles
    Test number
    476730733185
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  13. Pass56,013 miles (+3,061)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    56,013 miles
    Test number
    498132132151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass52,952 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2012
    Odometer
    52,952 miles
    Test number
    149742731136
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail52,952 miles (+3,360)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,952 miles
    Test number
    207072731197
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass49,592 miles (+3,461)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2011
    Odometer
    49,592 miles
    Test number
    580504130127
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  17. Fail46,131 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,131 miles
    Test number
    291155639177
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

  18. Pass46,131 miles (+3,729)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2010
    Odometer
    46,131 miles
    Test number
    940315639114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass42,402 miles (+3,434)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2009
    Odometer
    42,402 miles
    Test number
    913943738197
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass38,968 miles (+3,337)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2008
    Odometer
    38,968 miles
    Test number
    332051937104
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass35,631 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2007
    Odometer
    35,631 miles
    Test number
    161389026109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T471 EAF

Does T471 EAF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T471 EAF expired on 16 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T471 EAF?
The MOT on T471 EAF expired on 16 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T471 EAF done?
T471 EAF was recorded at 108,114 miles at its MOT on 16 Jun 2022, an average of 4,501 miles a year.
Has T471 EAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T471 EAF has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on T471 EAF 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 T471 EAF find?
T471 EAF passed its latest MOT on 16 Jun 2022 with 14 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 11 more.

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