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Volkswagen Polo

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T485 PGFMOT history

T485 PGF is a green petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 23 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 23 Oct 2024 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 76,545 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Oct 2024
Mileage
76,545 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2023
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,350 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T485 PGF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T485 PGF was last recorded at 76,545 miles on 20 Oct 2023, 1,518 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
75,027 miles · 24 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
1,518 miles
Average per year
3,350 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 76,545 miles
  • 2022 – 75,027 miles
  • 2021 – 74,731 miles
  • 2020 – 74,315 miles
  • 2019 – 73,089 miles
  • 2018 – 72,477 miles
  • 2017 – 70,227 miles
  • 2016 – 67,751 miles
  • 2015 – 64,333 miles
  • 2014 – 59,900 miles
  • 2013 – 55,116 miles
  • 2012 – 49,651 miles
  • 2011 – 43,327 miles
  • 2010 – 36,005 miles
  • 2009 – 29,723 miles
  • 2008 – 23,698 miles
  • 2007 – 20,829 miles
  • 2006 – 17,901 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,545 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront 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))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 18 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,545 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    76,545 miles
    Test number
    858117996873
    • AdvisoryFront 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Fail76,543 miles (+1,516)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,543 miles
    Test number
    450756216178
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass75,027 miles (+296)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    75,027 miles
    Test number
    988819072903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass74,731 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    74,731 miles
    Test number
    819878911156
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  5. Fail74,731 miles (+416)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,731 miles
    Test number
    776940865208
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  6. Pass74,315 miles (+1,226)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    74,315 miles
    Test number
    137036255336
    • AdvisoryRear both wheel arches slightly corroded

  7. Pass73,089 miles (+612)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    73,089 miles
    Test number
    242240673570
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVee belt in poor condition

  8. Pass72,477 miles (+2,250)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    72,477 miles
    Test number
    564428398889
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches slightly corroded

  9. Pass70,227 miles (+2,476)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    70,227 miles
    Test number
    736175680793
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn low on inner edge

  10. Pass67,751 miles (+3,418)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    67,751 miles
    Test number
    542548530675
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded & leaking gasses
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to both rear wheel arches

  11. Pass64,333 miles (+4,433)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    64,333 miles
    Test number
    109504915158
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded
    • NoteSlight corrosion to both rear wheel arches

  12. Pass59,900 miles (+4,784)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    59,900 miles
    Test number
    156104214123
    • NoteBoth rear wheel bearings slightly noisy

  13. Pass55,116 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    55,116 miles
    Test number
    389479103154
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking on side walls

  14. Fail55,116 miles (+5,465)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,116 miles
    Test number
    606659403173
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking on side walls

  15. Pass49,651 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    49,651 miles
    Test number
    287565692046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail49,651 miles (+6,324)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,651 miles
    Test number
    437615592053
    • FailureFront registration plate letter/figure missing (6.3.1c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  17. Pass43,327 miles (+7,322)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    43,327 miles
    Test number
    607830211109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass36,005 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    36,005 miles
    Test number
    231518390053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail36,005 miles (+6,282)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,005 miles
    Test number
    123438090040
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

  20. Pass29,723 miles (+6,025)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    29,723 miles
    Test number
    113373189008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass23,698 miles (+2,869)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    23,698 miles
    Test number
    842439398028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass20,829 miles (+2,928)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    20,829 miles
    Test number
    274221107473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass17,901 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    17,901 miles
    Test number
    340148206152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T485 PGF

Does T485 PGF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T485 PGF expired on 23 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T485 PGF?
The MOT on T485 PGF expired on 23 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T485 PGF done?
T485 PGF was recorded at 76,545 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2023, an average of 3,350 miles a year.
Has T485 PGF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T485 PGF has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on T485 PGF 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 T485 PGF find?
T485 PGF passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2023 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated.

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