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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T543 AVJMOT history

T543 AVJ is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 27 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 6 Dec 2023 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 67,593 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Dec 2023
Mileage
67,593 mi
At MOT on 17 Nov 2022
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,931 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T543 AVJ
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
27 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
17 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T543 AVJ was last recorded at 67,593 miles on 17 Nov 2022, 4,095 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
63,498 miles · 15 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
4,095 miles
Average per year
2,931 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 67,593 miles
  • 2021 – 63,498 miles
  • 2020 – 61,016 miles
  • 2019 – 55,510 miles
  • 2018 – 50,665 miles
  • 2017 – 45,773 miles
  • 2016 – 41,490 miles
  • 2015 – 34,418 miles
  • 2014 – 27,662 miles
  • 2013 – 27,335 miles
  • 2012 – 26,675 miles
  • 2011 – 25,892 miles
  • 2010 – 24,958 miles
  • 2009 – 23,946 miles
  • 2008 – 22,991 miles
  • 2007 – 21,237 miles
  • 2006 – 19,228 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,593 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front bumper slightly damaged and insecure
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Nearside Front Body panel slightly loose Bumper

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Auxiliary drive belt cracked poor condition

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Exhaust box deteriorating

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front number plate damaged / nearside front bumper corner and inner wing liner movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass67,593 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    67,593 miles
    Test number
    369911759963
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bumper slightly damaged and insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail67,593 miles (+4,095)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,593 miles
    Test number
    707099184593
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended Other belt jammed in buckle (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bumper slightly damaged and insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass63,498 miles (+2,482)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    63,498 miles
    Test number
    395130198966
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass61,016 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    61,016 miles
    Test number
    826655227865
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body panel slightly loose Bumper (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Fail61,016 miles (+5,506)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,016 miles
    Test number
    146038907938
    • DangerousOffside Front Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts Wiring loom fouling driveshaft (4.11 (a) (iii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body panel slightly loose Bumper (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass55,510 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    55,510 miles
    Test number
    750918545295
    • AdvisoryAuxiliary drive belt cracked poor condition
    • AdvisoryExhaust box deteriorating
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged / nearside front bumper corner and inner wing liner movement
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre wearing uneven

  7. Fail55,510 miles (+4,845)3 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,510 miles
    Test number
    278270017044
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAuxiliary drive belt cracked poor condition
    • AdvisoryExhaust box deteriorating
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged / nearside front bumper corner and inner wing liner movement
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre wearing uneven

  8. Pass50,665 miles (+4,892)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    50,665 miles
    Test number
    301564851115
    • AdvisoryAuxiliary drive belt cracking poor condition
    • AdvisoryCorrosion showing floor areas
    • AdvisoryFront lower suspension arm rear mounting bushes perishing
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged
    • AdvisoryFront tyre edges worn
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre inner edge wearing uneven
    • AdvisoryRear brake noise and imbalance

  9. Pass45,773 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    45,773 miles
    Test number
    377015240751
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryMost brake pipes showing corrosion
    • AdvisoryNoise from rear brakes in rolling road

  10. Fail45,773 miles (+4,283)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,773 miles
    Test number
    219818517332
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryMost brake pipes showing corrosion
    • AdvisoryNoise from rear brakes in rolling road

  11. Pass41,490 miles (+7,072)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    41,490 miles
    Test number
    556660056616

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass34,418 miles (+6,756)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    34,418 miles
    Test number
    308194855126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass27,662 miles (+327)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    27,662 miles
    Test number
    926987464148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass27,335 miles (+660)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    27,335 miles
    Test number
    227545633414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass26,675 miles (+783)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    26,675 miles
    Test number
    808210532117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass25,892 miles (+934)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2012
    Odometer
    25,892 miles
    Test number
    269643031480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass24,958 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2011
    Odometer
    24,958 miles
    Test number
    692914430105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail24,958 miles (+1,012)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,958 miles
    Test number
    382863130181
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  19. Pass23,946 miles (+955)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2010
    Odometer
    23,946 miles
    Test number
    670805539120
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  20. Fail22,991 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,991 miles
    Test number
    810976738173
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteRear exhaust box's broken up inside and surround is breaking away.

  21. Pass22,991 miles (+1,754)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2009
    Odometer
    22,991 miles
    Test number
    980926438191
    • NoteRear exhaust box's broken up inside and surround is breaking away.

  22. Pass21,237 miles (+2,009)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2008
    Odometer
    21,237 miles
    Test number
    374625337187
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  23. Pass19,228 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2007
    Odometer
    19,228 miles
    Test number
    280407236167
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteP0wer steering pipes corroding

Questions about T543 AVJ

Does T543 AVJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T543 AVJ expired on 6 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T543 AVJ?
The MOT on T543 AVJ expired on 6 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T543 AVJ done?
T543 AVJ was recorded at 67,593 miles at its MOT on 17 Nov 2022, an average of 2,931 miles a year.
Has T543 AVJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T543 AVJ has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on T543 AVJ 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 T543 AVJ find?
T543 AVJ passed its latest MOT on 17 Nov 2022 with 5 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front bumper slightly damaged and insecure; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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