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Volkswagen Polo

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T856 LEFMOT history

T856 LEF is a green petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 19 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 27 Nov 2021 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 91,365 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Nov 2021
Mileage
91,365 mi
At MOT on 11 Nov 2021
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,606 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T856 LEF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Nov 2021
Latest MOT test
11 Nov 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

T856 LEF was last recorded at 91,365 miles on 11 Nov 2021, 498 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,867 miles · 19 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
498 miles
Average per year
3,606 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 91,365 miles
  • 2020 – 90,867 miles
  • 2019 – 90,560 miles
  • 2018 – 90,105 miles
  • 2017 – 89,188 miles
  • 2016 – 88,517 miles
  • 2015 – 87,216 miles
  • 2014 – 85,911 miles
  • 2013 – 83,829 miles
  • 2012 – 81,876 miles
  • 2011 – 79,264 miles
  • 2010 – 76,734 miles
  • 2009 – 73,005 miles
  • 2008 – 66,718 miles
  • 2007 – 56,173 miles
  • 2006 – 45,440 miles
  • 2005 – 34,054 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail91,365 miles
  • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2005–2011

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake binding slightly

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2012

Full MOT history

25 tests since 20 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail91,365 miles (+498)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,365 miles
    Test number
    584800541603
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass90,867 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    90,867 miles
    Test number
    781687751718
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail90,867 miles (+307)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,867 miles
    Test number
    796345329576
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass90,560 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    90,560 miles
    Test number
    442780834040
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake binding slightly

  5. Fail90,560 miles (+455)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,560 miles
    Test number
    169248391205
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake binding slightly

  6. Pass90,105 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    90,105 miles
    Test number
    737795136947

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail90,105 miles (+917)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,105 miles
    Test number
    672214302427
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass89,188 miles (+671)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    89,188 miles
    Test number
    755429813875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass88,517 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    88,517 miles
    Test number
    948029705271
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit sidewall cracked (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail88,517 miles (+1,301)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,517 miles
    Test number
    336482715904
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage cracked (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit sidewall cracked (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass87,216 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    87,216 miles
    Test number
    433327543817

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail87,216 miles (+1,305)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,216 miles
    Test number
    920388338091
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  13. Pass85,911 miles (+2,082)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    85,911 miles
    Test number
    825282244395
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  14. Pass83,829 miles (+1,953)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    83,829 miles
    Test number
    758366633331
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass81,876 miles (+2,612)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    81,876 miles
    Test number
    769851632373
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  16. Pass79,264 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    79,264 miles
    Test number
    177326841366
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  17. Fail79,264 miles (+2,530)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,264 miles
    Test number
    189526441367
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass76,734 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    76,734 miles
    Test number
    150481550322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail76,734 miles (+3,729)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,734 miles
    Test number
    873109740340
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass73,005 miles (+6,287)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    73,005 miles
    Test number
    224465259346
    • NoteBody damage
    • NoteBoth front tyres on 3mm
    • NoteOil leak from gearbox

  21. Pass66,718 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    66,718 miles
    Test number
    212126848392
    • NoteBrake pipe across rear corroded
    • NoteStarter motor noisey

  22. Fail66,718 miles (+10,545)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,718 miles
    Test number
    361396748320
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteBrake pipe across rear corroded
    • NoteStarter motor noisey

  23. Pass56,173 miles (+10,733)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    56,173 miles
    Test number
    790605547311
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  24. Pass45,440 miles (+11,386)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    45,440 miles
    Test number
    753735446349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass34,054 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    34,054 miles
    Test number
    570344155327
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T856 LEF

Does T856 LEF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T856 LEF expired on 27 Nov 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T856 LEF?
The MOT on T856 LEF expired on 27 Nov 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T856 LEF done?
T856 LEF was recorded at 91,365 miles at its MOT on 11 Nov 2021, an average of 3,606 miles a year.
Has T856 LEF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T856 LEF has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on T856 LEF 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 T856 LEF find?
T856 LEF failed its latest MOT on 11 Nov 2021 with 2 major defects and 8 advisories: nearside seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill; rear tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle.; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 7 more.

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