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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T709 VPUMOT history

T709 VPU is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 6 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 10 Nov 2022 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 74,966 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Nov 2022
Mileage
74,966 mi
At MOT on 11 Nov 2021
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,267 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T709 VPU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
6 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
11 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T709 VPU was last recorded at 74,966 miles on 11 Nov 2021, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,955 miles · 9 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
2,267 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 74,966 miles
  • 2020 – 70,009 miles
  • 2019 – 68,805 miles
  • 2018 – 68,087 miles
  • 2017 – 67,252 miles
  • 2016 – 66,422 miles
  • 2015 – 64,527 miles
  • 2014 – 61,949 miles
  • 2013 – 58,645 miles
  • 2012 – 55,070 miles
  • 2011 – 49,172 miles
  • 2010 – 44,387 miles
  • 2009 – 43,843 miles
  • 2008 – 43,035 miles
  • 2007 – 42,390 miles
  • 2006 – 39,389 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,966 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

22 tests since 4 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,966 miles (+11)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    74,966 miles
    Test number
    679267288221
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail74,955 miles (+4,946)2 dangerous2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,955 miles
    Test number
    456961544789
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass70,009 miles (+1,204)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    70,009 miles
    Test number
    638540914806
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass68,805 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    68,805 miles
    Test number
    302593130338
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail68,805 miles (+718)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,805 miles
    Test number
    538882013868
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass68,087 miles (+835)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    68,087 miles
    Test number
    765355533596

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass67,252 miles (+830)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    67,252 miles
    Test number
    403362308636

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass66,422 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    66,422 miles
    Test number
    374820657530

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail66,422 miles (+1,895)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,422 miles
    Test number
    311088267246
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

  10. Pass64,527 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    64,527 miles
    Test number
    875921275031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail64,527 miles (+2,578)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,527 miles
    Test number
    468531475045
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Pass61,949 miles (+3,304)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    61,949 miles
    Test number
    159017444458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass58,645 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    58,645 miles
    Test number
    127423253038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail58,645 miles (+3,575)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,645 miles
    Test number
    858213753035
    • FailureFront Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

  15. Pass55,070 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    55,070 miles
    Test number
    468446252056
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail55,068 miles (+5,896)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,068 miles
    Test number
    148835452031
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass49,172 miles (+4,785)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    49,172 miles
    Test number
    136639151458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass44,387 miles (+544)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    44,387 miles
    Test number
    532422210054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass43,843 miles (+808)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    43,843 miles
    Test number
    991498609089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass43,035 miles (+645)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    43,035 miles
    Test number
    334199618000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass42,390 miles (+3,001)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    42,390 miles
    Test number
    462470267064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass39,389 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    39,389 miles
    Test number
    290763866030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T709 VPU

Does T709 VPU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T709 VPU expired on 10 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T709 VPU?
The MOT on T709 VPU expired on 10 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T709 VPU done?
T709 VPU was recorded at 74,966 miles at its MOT on 11 Nov 2021, an average of 2,267 miles a year.
Has T709 VPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T709 VPU has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on T709 VPU 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 T709 VPU find?
T709 VPU passed its latest MOT on 11 Nov 2021 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: offside front obligatory mirror slightly loose; steering box leaking oil; front brake pad(s) wearing thin both, and 2 more.

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