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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T498 JVFMOT history

T498 JVF is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 19 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 Feb 2024 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 94,619 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Feb 2024
Mileage
94,619 mi
At MOT on 21 Feb 2024
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,510 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T498 JVF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
21 Feb 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T498 JVF was last recorded at 94,619 miles on 21 Feb 2024, 1,321 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,298 miles · 23 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
1,321 miles
Average per year
3,510 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 94,619 miles
  • 2023 – 93,298 miles
  • 2022 – 92,104 miles
  • 2021 – 90,847 miles
  • 2020 – 89,502 miles
  • 2019 – 87,918 miles
  • 2018 – 86,314 miles
  • 2017 – 84,379 miles
  • 2016 – 82,455 miles
  • 2015 – 80,378 miles
  • 2014 – 78,310 miles
  • 2013 – 75,535 miles
  • 2012 – 72,359 miles
  • 2011 – 69,216 miles
  • 2010 – 66,184 miles
  • 2008 – 52,548 miles
  • 2007 – 37,107 miles
  • 2006 – 31,320 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail94,619 miles
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened n/s and o/s next to lower arm front mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorFuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill end (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play n/s and o/s (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFloor corroded in a few spots

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 pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s inner face

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s inner edges

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 8 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail94,619 miles (+1,321)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,619 miles
    Test number
    184700028633
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened n/s and o/s next to lower arm front mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorFuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill end (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play n/s and o/s (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFloor corroded in a few spots

  2. Pass93,298 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    93,298 miles
    Test number
    100111070029
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s sill ends (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play n/s and o/s (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Fail93,298 miles (+1,194)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,298 miles
    Test number
    960577361600
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s sill ends (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play n/s and o/s (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass92,104 miles (+1,257)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    92,104 miles
    Test number
    494161981696
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s rear sill ends (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass90,847 miles (+1,345)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    90,847 miles
    Test number
    820566682427
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s rear sill ends (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass89,502 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    89,502 miles
    Test number
    625564560939
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s upper suspension top mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail89,493 miles (+1,575)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,493 miles
    Test number
    286004385662
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear section (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s upper suspension top mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass87,918 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    87,918 miles
    Test number
    886333128813
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle and rear sections (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail87,918 miles (+1,604)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,918 miles
    Test number
    575839270156
    • MajorNearside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle and rear sections (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass86,314 miles (+1,935)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    86,314 miles
    Test number
    548471549898
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s and o/s inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure has slight corrosion floor (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Pass84,379 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    84,379 miles
    Test number
    856289385053
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust joint deteriorated (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Fail84,379 miles (+1,924)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,379 miles
    Test number
    578701625700
    • FailureCentral Brake pipe excessively corroded x2 front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust joint deteriorated (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass82,455 miles (+2,077)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    82,455 miles
    Test number
    217976813042
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded n/s and o/s front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box and front clamp (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules n/s and o/s (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play n/s and o/s (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass80,378 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    80,378 miles
    Test number
    135201355405
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Fail80,378 miles (+2,068)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,378 miles
    Test number
    687901555044
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  16. Pass78,310 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    78,310 miles
    Test number
    915370854037
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  17. Fail78,310 miles (+2,775)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,310 miles
    Test number
    508969144022
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  18. Pass75,535 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    75,535 miles
    Test number
    499693853039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Fail75,535 miles (+3,176)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,535 miles
    Test number
    305140553011
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass72,359 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    72,359 miles
    Test number
    109165942443
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear4 brakes noisey

  21. Fail72,359 miles (+3,143)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,359 miles
    Test number
    745224442015
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear4 brakes noisey

  22. Pass69,216 miles (+3,032)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    69,216 miles
    Test number
    118438841086
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  23. Pass66,184 miles (+13,636)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    66,184 miles
    Test number
    891536250045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass52,548 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    52,548 miles
    Test number
    162847158358
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  25. Fail52,548 miles (+15,441)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,548 miles
    Test number
    283427458362
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  26. Pass37,107 miles (+1,745)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    37,107 miles
    Test number
    300831707430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass35,362 miles (+4,042)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    35,362 miles
    Test number
    162195727480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass31,320 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    31,320 miles
    Test number
    614299336076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T498 JVF

Does T498 JVF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T498 JVF expired on 24 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T498 JVF?
The MOT on T498 JVF expired on 24 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T498 JVF done?
T498 JVF was recorded at 94,619 miles at its MOT on 21 Feb 2024, an average of 3,510 miles a year.
Has T498 JVF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T498 JVF has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on T498 JVF 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 T498 JVF find?
T498 JVF failed its latest MOT on 21 Feb 2024 with 4 major defects, 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: emissions unable to be completed; front sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened n/s and o/s next to lower arm front mount; fuel pipe leaking, and 6 more.

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