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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T651 MAUMOT history

T651 MAU is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 23 Feb 2022 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 42,092 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Feb 2022
Mileage
42,092 mi
At MOT on 27 Sept 2022
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,400 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T651 MAU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Feb 2022
Latest MOT test
27 Sept 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T651 MAU was last recorded at 42,092 miles on 27 Sept 2022, 1,220 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
40,872 miles · 17 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
1,220 miles
Average per year
1,400 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 42,092 miles
  • 2021 – 40,872 miles
  • 2020 – 39,859 miles
  • 2019 – 38,805 miles
  • 2018 – 37,639 miles
  • 2017 – 36,232 miles
  • 2016 – 35,128 miles
  • 2015 – 33,718 miles
  • 2014 – 32,361 miles
  • 2013 – 30,889 miles
  • 2012 – 29,500 miles
  • 2011 – 28,090 miles
  • 2010 – 26,311 miles
  • 2009 – 24,715 miles
  • 2008 – 22,919 miles
  • 2007 – 20,979 miles
  • 2006 – 18,859 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail42,092 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded ON AXLE (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNERSILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL END (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced FLOOR CENTER (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced OUTER SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNERSILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength OUTERSILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL END (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced CENTER FLOOR 2 PLACES (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced OUTER SILL CENTER (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL REAR (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront arms corrosion
  • AdvisoryFront subframe corrosion
  • AdvisoryRear axle corrosion

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.

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 22 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail42,092 miles (+1,220)12 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,092 miles
    Test number
    582471756018
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded ON AXLE (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNERSILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL END (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced FLOOR CENTER (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced OUTER SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNERSILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength OUTERSILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL END (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced CENTER FLOOR 2 PLACES (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced OUTER SILL CENTER (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront arms corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear axle corrosion

  2. Pass40,872 miles (+1,013)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    40,872 miles
    Test number
    811815712507
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sill corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play Both sides. (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass39,859 miles (+1,054)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    39,859 miles
    Test number
    795554080757
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rears. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass38,805 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    38,805 miles
    Test number
    423783295252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail38,805 miles (+1,166)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,805 miles
    Test number
    900093907337
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall down to cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  6. Pass37,639 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    37,639 miles
    Test number
    403436200992
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to compensater (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  7. Fail37,639 miles (+1,407)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,639 miles
    Test number
    461584200574
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to compensater (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  8. Pass36,232 miles (+1,104)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    36,232 miles
    Test number
    901125025696
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion Floor has hole but not with 30cm of mounting points (6.1.B.2)

  9. Pass35,128 miles (+1,410)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    35,128 miles
    Test number
    890675293627
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFloor has corrosion forming, under seal has fallen away/ cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  10. Pass33,718 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    33,718 miles
    Test number
    869311155063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail33,718 miles (+1,357)3 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,718 miles
    Test number
    267030955043
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBrake pipes starting to corrode
    • NoteExhaust middle box baffles rattling
    • NoteFront discs corroded on inner faces
    • NoteFront pads getting low(80%)

  12. Pass32,361 miles (+1,472)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    32,361 miles
    Test number
    818311754071
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Pass30,889 miles (+1,389)9 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    30,889 miles
    Test number
    205819043086
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOffside sill corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass29,500 miles (+1,410)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    29,500 miles
    Test number
    529077342058
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass28,090 miles (+1,779)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    28,090 miles
    Test number
    766926941004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass26,311 miles (+1,596)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    26,311 miles
    Test number
    911249640035
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear registration plate backing peeling

  17. Pass24,715 miles (+1,796)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    24,715 miles
    Test number
    593204359079
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass22,919 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    22,919 miles
    Test number
    144713858447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail22,919 miles (+1,940)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,919 miles
    Test number
    754333858097
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

  20. Pass20,979 miles (+2,120)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    20,979 miles
    Test number
    551771657048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass18,859 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    18,859 miles
    Test number
    574343656067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail18,859 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,859 miles
    Test number
    401493356070
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Questions about T651 MAU

Does T651 MAU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T651 MAU expired on 23 Feb 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T651 MAU?
The MOT on T651 MAU expired on 23 Feb 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T651 MAU done?
T651 MAU was recorded at 42,092 miles at its MOT on 27 Sept 2022, an average of 1,400 miles a year.
Has T651 MAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T651 MAU has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on T651 MAU 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 T651 MAU find?
T651 MAU failed its latest MOT on 27 Sept 2022 with 12 major defects and 4 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe excessively corroded on axle; nearside rear service brake effort inadequate at a wheel; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength innersill, and 13 more.

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