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Volkswagen Polo

White · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T689 RDUMOT history

T689 RDU is a white petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 31 Jul 2024 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 70,146 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Jul 2024
Mileage
70,146 mi
At MOT on 1 Aug 2023
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,413 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T689 RDU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
1 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T689 RDU was last recorded at 70,146 miles on 1 Aug 2023, 7,288 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,858 miles · 9 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
7,288 miles
Average per year
3,413 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 70,146 miles
  • 2022 – 62,858 miles
  • 2021 – 58,525 miles
  • 2020 – 54,017 miles
  • 2019 – 48,079 miles
  • 2018 – 41,367 miles
  • 2017 – 34,838 miles
  • 2016 – 27,456 miles
  • 2015 – 22,481 miles
  • 2013 – 17,972 miles
  • 2012 – 15,058 miles
  • 2011 – 15,026 miles
  • 2010 – 14,160 miles
  • 2009 – 13,420 miles
  • 2008 – 12,651 miles
  • 2007 – 11,607 miles
  • 2006 – 10,632 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,146 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to limiter (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexy hose (1.1.11 (c))

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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear silencer deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass70,146 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    70,146 miles
    Test number
    194116283290
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to limiter (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexy hose (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail70,146 miles (+7,288)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,146 miles
    Test number
    691353077331
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexy hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to limiter (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexy hose (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass62,858 miles (+63)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    62,858 miles
    Test number
    638494726061
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail62,795 miles (+4,270)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,795 miles
    Test number
    733404914175
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor to sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor to sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass58,525 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    58,525 miles
    Test number
    549287045921
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Fail58,525 miles (+4,508)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,525 miles
    Test number
    482921592170
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass54,017 miles (+5,938)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    54,017 miles
    Test number
    710601010060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass48,079 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    48,079 miles
    Test number
    973153381688
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inside edge
    • AdvisoryRear silencer deteriorated

  9. Fail48,079 miles (+6,712)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,079 miles
    Test number
    110229941863
    • Repaired at testExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inside edge
    • AdvisoryRear silencer deteriorated

  10. Pass41,367 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    41,367 miles
    Test number
    365672981001
    • AdvisoryRear silencer deteriorated

  11. Fail41,367 miles (+6,529)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,367 miles
    Test number
    119814342069
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear silencer deteriorated

  12. Pass34,838 miles (+7,382)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    34,838 miles
    Test number
    847355288705
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear silencer skin deteriorated

  13. Pass27,456 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    27,456 miles
    Test number
    963829946330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail27,456 miles (+4,975)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,456 miles
    Test number
    176008268446
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  15. Pass22,481 miles (+4,509)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    22,481 miles
    Test number
    898567345041
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  16. Pass17,972 miles (+2,914)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    17,972 miles
    Test number
    385929323383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass15,058 miles (+32)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    15,058 miles
    Test number
    876077512302
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front lower suspension arms corrosion.

  18. Pass15,026 miles (+866)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2012
    Odometer
    15,026 miles
    Test number
    708426721184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass14,160 miles (+740)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    14,160 miles
    Test number
    704948250063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass13,420 miles (+769)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    13,420 miles
    Test number
    500930259063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass12,651 miles (+1,044)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    12,651 miles
    Test number
    431033458098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass11,607 miles (+975)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    11,607 miles
    Test number
    842859557010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass10,632 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    10,632 miles
    Test number
    153853356483
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about T689 RDU

Does T689 RDU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T689 RDU expired on 31 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T689 RDU?
The MOT on T689 RDU expired on 31 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T689 RDU done?
T689 RDU was recorded at 70,146 miles at its MOT on 1 Aug 2023, an average of 3,413 miles a year.
Has T689 RDU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T689 RDU has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on T689 RDU 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 T689 RDU find?
T689 RDU passed its latest MOT on 1 Aug 2023 with 7 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to limiter, and 4 more.

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