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Volkswagen Polo

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T865 LAMMOT history

T865 LAM is a green petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Mar 2023 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 90,906 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Mar 2023
Mileage
90,906 mi
At MOT on 22 Mar 2022
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,725 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T865 LAM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
22 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T865 LAM was last recorded at 90,906 miles on 22 Mar 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,906 miles · 21 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,725 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 90,906 miles
  • 2021 – 90,084 miles
  • 2020 – 84,257 miles
  • 2019 – 82,196 miles
  • 2018 – 79,665 miles
  • 2017 – 75,835 miles
  • 2016 – 72,741 miles
  • 2015 – 70,859 miles
  • 2014 – 67,675 miles
  • 2013 – 66,661 miles
  • 2011 – 64,181 miles
  • 2010 – 61,637 miles
  • 2009 – 59,004 miles
  • 2008 – 56,220 miles
  • 2007 – 53,059 miles
  • 2006 – 46,746 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,906 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront bumper damagedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides - strong advise (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Road wheel slightly distorted both sides (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

  • Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

20 tests since 6 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,906 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    90,906 miles
    Test number
    521708236662
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides - strong advise (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Road wheel slightly distorted both sides (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail90,906 miles (+822)1 dangerous1 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,906 miles
    Test number
    466100305656
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides - strong advise (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Road wheel slightly distorted both sides (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass90,084 miles (+5,827)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    90,084 miles
    Test number
    260052873171
    • AdvisoryFront Body damaged
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass84,257 miles (+2,061)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    84,257 miles
    Test number
    864385510783
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material SLIGHTLY CORODED (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material SLIGHTLY CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass82,196 miles (+2,531)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    82,196 miles
    Test number
    320590067545

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass79,665 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    79,665 miles
    Test number
    586587726954

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail79,665 miles (+3,830)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,665 miles
    Test number
    280409511383
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  8. Pass75,835 miles (+3,094)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    75,835 miles
    Test number
    527654154575
    • AdvisoryO/s/r quarter panel damaged
    • AdvisoryRear tailgate damaged

  9. Pass72,741 miles (+1,882)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    72,741 miles
    Test number
    532061985535

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail70,859 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,859 miles
    Test number
    615805805028
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  11. Pass70,859 miles (+3,184)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    70,859 miles
    Test number
    885705705090
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  12. Pass67,675 miles (+1,014)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    67,675 miles
    Test number
    825583914041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass66,661 miles (+2,480)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    66,661 miles
    Test number
    156122833483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass64,181 miles (+2,544)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    64,181 miles
    Test number
    725581041346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass61,637 miles (+2,633)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    61,637 miles
    Test number
    734025460371
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded

  16. Pass59,004 miles (+2,784)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    59,004 miles
    Test number
    520915669302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass56,220 miles (+3,161)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    56,220 miles
    Test number
    441816768441
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteREAR EXHAUST SILENCER BUFFLES LOOSE

  18. Pass53,059 miles (+3,014)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    53,059 miles
    Test number
    404465967409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass50,045 miles (+3,299)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    50,045 miles
    Test number
    573215307067
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  20. Pass46,746 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    46,746 miles
    Test number
    152386706466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T865 LAM

Does T865 LAM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T865 LAM expired on 21 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T865 LAM?
The MOT on T865 LAM expired on 21 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T865 LAM done?
T865 LAM was recorded at 90,906 miles at its MOT on 22 Mar 2022, an average of 2,725 miles a year.
Has T865 LAM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T865 LAM has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on T865 LAM 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 T865 LAM find?
T865 LAM passed its latest MOT on 22 Mar 2022 with 8 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front bumper damaged; nearside front road wheel slightly distorted, and 5 more.

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