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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T657 ABLMOT history

T657 ABL is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 5 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Aug 2023 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 75,433 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Aug 2023
Mileage
75,433 mi
At MOT on 16 Aug 2022
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,832 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T657 ABL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
16 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T657 ABL was last recorded at 75,433 miles on 16 Aug 2022, 1,077 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,356 miles · 20 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
1,077 miles
Average per year
2,832 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 75,433 miles
  • 2021 – 74,356 miles
  • 2020 – 73,566 miles
  • 2019 – 71,554 miles
  • 2018 – 67,868 miles
  • 2017 – 64,043 miles
  • 2016 – 60,245 miles
  • 2015 – 56,713 miles
  • 2014 – 53,111 miles
  • 2013 – 49,781 miles
  • 2012 – 47,756 miles
  • 2011 – 45,612 miles
  • 2010 – 43,326 miles
  • 2009 – 40,754 miles
  • 2008 – 38,108 miles
  • 2007 – 34,786 miles
  • 2006 – 30,796 miles
  • 2005 – 27,292 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,433 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Front Brake hose slightly chafed both sides

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 16 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,433 miles (+1,077)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    75,433 miles
    Test number
    499620853479
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass74,356 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    74,356 miles
    Test number
    159478145255
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly chafed both sides (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail74,356 miles (+790)2 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,356 miles
    Test number
    768837765799
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly chafed both sides (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass73,566 miles (+2,012)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    73,566 miles
    Test number
    418435936469
    • MinorFront Brake hose slightly chafed both sides (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass71,554 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    71,554 miles
    Test number
    504314634336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail71,554 miles (+3,686)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,554 miles
    Test number
    689479696222
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass67,868 miles (+3,825)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    67,868 miles
    Test number
    567321215680
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass64,043 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    64,043 miles
    Test number
    514360664766
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres cracked

  9. Fail64,043 miles (+3,798)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,043 miles
    Test number
    213695024723
    • FailureCentral Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working ns+os (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres cracked

  10. Pass60,245 miles (+3,532)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    60,245 miles
    Test number
    649615292893

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass56,713 miles (+3,602)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    56,713 miles
    Test number
    582263718945
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Fail53,111 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,111 miles
    Test number
    367488424457
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  13. Pass53,111 miles (+3,330)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    53,111 miles
    Test number
    918388724213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass49,781 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    49,781 miles
    Test number
    846310613242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail49,771 miles (+2,015)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,771 miles
    Test number
    919076903299
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  16. Pass47,756 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    47,756 miles
    Test number
    298624522237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail47,755 miles (+2,143)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,755 miles
    Test number
    936284622217
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass45,612 miles (+2,286)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    45,612 miles
    Test number
    496595621272
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Pass43,326 miles (+2,572)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    43,326 miles
    Test number
    393789710445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass40,754 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    40,754 miles
    Test number
    222142339248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail40,754 miles (+2,646)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,754 miles
    Test number
    393822239230
    • 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 Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  22. Pass38,108 miles (+3,322)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    38,108 miles
    Test number
    692234228242
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  23. Pass34,786 miles (+3,990)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    34,786 miles
    Test number
    924158417247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass30,796 miles (+3,504)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    30,796 miles
    Test number
    483033636211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass27,292 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    27,292 miles
    Test number
    934758125226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T657 ABL

Does T657 ABL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T657 ABL expired on 21 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T657 ABL?
The MOT on T657 ABL expired on 21 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T657 ABL done?
T657 ABL was recorded at 75,433 miles at its MOT on 16 Aug 2022, an average of 2,832 miles a year.
Has T657 ABL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T657 ABL has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on T657 ABL 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 T657 ABL find?
T657 ABL passed its latest MOT on 16 Aug 2022 with 8 advisories: front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; front oil leak, but not excessive, and 5 more.

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