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Volkswagen Polo

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T560 NUBMOT history

T560 NUB is a green petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 22 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Dec 2019 and it has passed 10 of 20 MOT tests, with 85,253 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Dec 2019
Mileage
85,253 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2024
MOT tests
20
10 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,080 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T560 NUB
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
22 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Dec 2019
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T560 NUB was last recorded at 85,253 miles on 3 Sept 2024, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Sept 2020: 85,252 miles, lower than 125,487 miles on 10 Dec 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
85,252 miles · 9 Sept 2020
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
1,080 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 85,253 miles
  • 2020 – 85,252 miles
  • 2018 – 125,487 miles
  • 2015 – 122,001 miles
  • 2014 – 112,394 miles
  • 2013 – 100,134 miles
  • 2012 – 95,886 miles
  • 2011 – 92,720 miles
  • 2010 – 86,749 miles
  • 2009 – 78,979 miles
  • 2008 – 69,652 miles
  • 2007 – 66,336 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail85,253 miles
  • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested due to suspension anomally (1.2.1 (g))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached nearside front shock absorber fitted is not compatible with offside front shock absorber and seriously effects suspension geometry (5.3.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported pipe by servo incorrectly routed (1.1.11 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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 Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

20 tests since 28 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail85,253 miles (+1)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,253 miles
    Test number
    926653894019
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested due to suspension anomally (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached nearside front shock absorber fitted is not compatible with offside front shock absorber and seriously effects suspension geometry (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported pipe by servo incorrectly routed (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail85,252 miles (-40,235)6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,252 miles
    Test number
    993064205189
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorBrake pipe inadequately clipped or supported both rear brake flexi hoses inadequately clipped (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front unevenly worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion nearside front sill ( jacking point )
    • AdvisoryCorrosion offside front sill ( jacking point )
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre has cracks in tread pattern

  3. Pass125,487 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    125,487 miles
    Test number
    385760236372
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Fail125,484 miles (+3,483)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,484 miles
    Test number
    955457933293
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. Pass122,001 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    122,001 miles
    Test number
    126239295081
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  6. Fail122,001 miles (+9,607)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,001 miles
    Test number
    336187395010
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  7. Pass112,394 miles (+12,260)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    112,394 miles
    Test number
    506232294056
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  8. Pass100,134 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    100,134 miles
    Test number
    929323393012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail100,134 miles (+4,248)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,134 miles
    Test number
    549752493068
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  10. Pass95,886 miles (+28)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    95,886 miles
    Test number
    427024592076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

  11. Fail95,858 miles (+3,138)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,858 miles
    Test number
    126701792476
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

  12. Pass92,720 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    92,720 miles
    Test number
    829645691097
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  13. Fail92,720 miles (+5,971)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,720 miles
    Test number
    957625791047
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Pass86,749 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    86,749 miles
    Test number
    563493990004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail86,749 miles (+7,770)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,749 miles
    Test number
    164093290013
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  16. Pass78,979 miles (+9,327)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    78,979 miles
    Test number
    961537689024
    • 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)

  17. Pass69,652 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    69,652 miles
    Test number
    753184898016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail69,652 miles (+3,316)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,652 miles
    Test number
    784673498019
    • FailureNearside Rear 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)
    • FailureRear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

  19. Pass66,336 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    66,336 miles
    Test number
    641591467069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail66,336 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,336 miles
    Test number
    142229357045
    • FailureBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Questions about T560 NUB

Does T560 NUB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T560 NUB expired on 9 Dec 2019, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T560 NUB?
The MOT on T560 NUB expired on 9 Dec 2019. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T560 NUB done?
T560 NUB was recorded at 85,253 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2024, an average of 1,080 miles a year.
Has T560 NUB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T560 NUB has failed 10 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on T560 NUB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Sept 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T560 NUB find?
T560 NUB failed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2024 with 5 major defects and 2 advisories: brake performance unable to be tested due to suspension anomally; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; nearside front shock absorbers insecurely attached nearside front shock absorber fitted is not compatible with offside front shock absorber and seriously effects suspension geometry, and 4 more.

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