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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T71 LYBMOT history

T71 LYB is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 2 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 27 Jun 2023 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 82,388 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jun 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Jun 2023
Mileage
82,388 mi
At MOT on 28 Jun 2022
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,975 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T71 LYB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Jun 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T71 LYB was last recorded at 82,388 miles on 28 Jun 2022, 228 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jun 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Jun 2021: 82,160 miles, lower than 85,129 miles on 8 Jun 2020.

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
82,160 miles · 16 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
228 miles
Average per year
2,975 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 82,388 miles
  • 2021 – 82,160 miles
  • 2020 – 85,129 miles
  • 2019 – 83,936 miles
  • 2018 – 79,936 miles
  • 2017 – 78,914 miles
  • 2016 – 77,899 miles
  • 2015 – 75,344 miles
  • 2013 – 68,224 miles
  • 2012 – 58,155 miles
  • 2011 – 53,161 miles
  • 2010 – 50,819 miles
  • 2009 – 49,084 miles
  • 2008 – 44,738 miles
  • 2007 – 41,832 miles
  • 2006 – 33,644 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,388 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (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 wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Centre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

21 tests since 8 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,388 miles (+228)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    82,388 miles
    Test number
    567022542056
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass82,160 miles (-2,969)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    82,160 miles
    Test number
    235323699631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass85,129 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    85,129 miles
    Test number
    525781022031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail85,129 miles (+1,193)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,129 miles
    Test number
    615000865951
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass83,936 miles (+4,000)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    83,936 miles
    Test number
    608870381418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass79,936 miles (+1,022)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    79,936 miles
    Test number
    869013972559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass78,914 miles (+1,015)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2018
    Odometer
    78,914 miles
    Test number
    473669514049
    • AdvisoryO/side front wishbone corroded
    • AdvisoryO/side rear indicator lens cracked
    • AdvisorySump pan leaking

  8. Pass77,899 miles (+2,555)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    77,899 miles
    Test number
    364503203950

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail75,344 miles1 repaired7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,344 miles
    Test number
    516173935031
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteExhaust centre joint leaking
    • NoteFront discs worn
    • NoteFront tyres worn low
    • NoteO/side front wishbone corroded
    • NoteO/side rear lens temp repaired
    • NoteReplaced damaged front screen
    • NoteSump damaged/leaking

  10. Pass75,344 miles (+7,120)7 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    75,344 miles
    Test number
    916163035033
    • NoteExhaust centre joint leaking
    • NoteFront discs worn
    • NoteFront tyres worn low
    • NoteO/side front wishbone corroded
    • NoteO/side rear lens temp repaired
    • NoteReplaced damaged front screen
    • NoteSump damaged/leaking

  11. Pass68,224 miles7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    68,224 miles
    Test number
    965461423233
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edge
    • NoteSlight damage to o/s/r indicator lense

  12. Fail68,224 miles (+10,069)1 failure9 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,224 miles
    Test number
    195631523238
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edge
    • NoteSlight damage to o/s/r indicator lense

  13. Pass58,155 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    58,155 miles
    Test number
    498844732238
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteSlight damage to o/s/r indicator lense

  14. Fail58,155 miles (+4,994)1 dangerous1 failure7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,155 miles
    Test number
    385684432245
    • DangerousBoth rear tyres perished
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight damage to o/s/r indicator lense

  15. Pass53,161 miles (+2,342)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    53,161 miles
    Test number
    438268831205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass50,819 miles (+1,735)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    50,819 miles
    Test number
    510848430276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass49,084 miles (+4,346)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    49,084 miles
    Test number
    601617839274
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished

  18. Pass44,738 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    44,738 miles
    Test number
    862699148001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail44,738 miles (+2,906)2 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,738 miles
    Test number
    193366948461
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  20. Pass41,832 miles (+8,188)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    41,832 miles
    Test number
    901007137088
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteFront tyres worn on inner edge

  21. Pass33,644 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    33,644 miles
    Test number
    260859836087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T71 LYB

Does T71 LYB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T71 LYB expired on 27 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T71 LYB?
The MOT on T71 LYB expired on 27 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T71 LYB done?
T71 LYB was recorded at 82,388 miles at its MOT on 28 Jun 2022, an average of 2,975 miles a year.
Has T71 LYB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T71 LYB has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jun 2020.
Has the mileage on T71 LYB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 Jun 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T71 LYB find?
T71 LYB passed its latest MOT on 28 Jun 2022 with 4 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 1 more.

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