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Volkswagen Polo

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T544 OAYMOT history

T544 OAY is a green petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 29 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Apr 2025 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 72,732 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Apr 2025
Mileage
72,732 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2024
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,002 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T544 OAY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T544 OAY was last recorded at 72,732 miles on 9 Apr 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,732 miles · 3 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,002 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 72,732 miles
  • 2019 – 71,094 miles
  • 2018 – 69,245 miles
  • 2017 – 67,704 miles
  • 2016 – 63,833 miles
  • 2015 – 61,616 miles
  • 2014 – 60,025 miles
  • 2013 – 57,279 miles
  • 2012 – 55,562 miles
  • 2011 – 55,549 miles
  • 2009 – 48,864 miles
  • 2008 – 42,885 miles
  • 2007 – 38,990 miles
  • 2006 – 36,657 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,732 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Brake pipes covered

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

24 tests since 3 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,732 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    72,732 miles
    Test number
    662178237086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail72,732 miles (+1,638)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,732 miles
    Test number
    191272784074
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass71,094 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    71,094 miles
    Test number
    744685695198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail71,094 miles (+1,849)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,094 miles
    Test number
    527186799172
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass69,245 miles (+1,541)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    69,245 miles
    Test number
    766096761040
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch area. (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryService brake only 51% . adjustment /service needed.

  6. Pass67,704 miles (+3,871)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    67,704 miles
    Test number
    608599360729
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes covered

  7. Pass63,833 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    63,833 miles
    Test number
    312338846617
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes covered

  8. Fail63,833 miles (+2,217)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,833 miles
    Test number
    365491433761
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes covered

  9. Pass61,616 miles (+1,591)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    61,616 miles
    Test number
    228150515265
    • NoteBRAKE STEERING AND SUSPENSION COMPONENTS ARE SHOWING SOME RUST AND DETERIORATION.

  10. Pass60,025 miles (+2,746)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    60,025 miles
    Test number
    755932034255
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  11. Pass57,279 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    57,279 miles
    Test number
    906416823247
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail57,271 miles (+1,709)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,271 miles
    Test number
    326775923291
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass55,562 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    55,562 miles
    Test number
    308355932279
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  14. Fail55,562 miles (+13)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,562 miles
    Test number
    435615532286
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  15. Pass55,549 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    55,549 miles
    Test number
    549265051177
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Pass55,540 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    55,540 miles
    Test number
    739468991060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail55,536 miles (+6,672)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,536 miles
    Test number
    866074491085
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake has a slight discharge of oil (3.6.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass48,864 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    48,864 miles
    Test number
    180205689157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail48,864 miles (+5,979)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,864 miles
    Test number
    404385389190
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  20. Fail42,885 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,885 miles
    Test number
    312234738135
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

  21. Pass42,885 miles (+3,895)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2009
    Odometer
    42,885 miles
    Test number
    962994438154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass38,990 miles (+2,333)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2008
    Odometer
    38,990 miles
    Test number
    100431037195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass36,657 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    36,657 miles
    Test number
    130943996437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail36,657 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,657 miles
    Test number
    443143396009
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about T544 OAY

Does T544 OAY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T544 OAY expired on 8 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T544 OAY?
The MOT on T544 OAY expired on 8 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T544 OAY done?
T544 OAY was recorded at 72,732 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2024, an average of 2,002 miles a year.
Has T544 OAY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T544 OAY has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on T544 OAY 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 T544 OAY find?
T544 OAY passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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