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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 999 cc

T872 WGJMOT history

T872 WGJ is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 4 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 25 Oct 2024 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 107,232 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Oct 2024
Mileage
107,232 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2024
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,028 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T872 WGJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T872 WGJ was last recorded at 107,232 miles on 22 Oct 2024, 1,728 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Oct 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 May 2012: 72,429 miles, lower than 78,573 miles on 19 Apr 2011.

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
105,504 miles · 26 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
1,728 miles
Average per year
4,028 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 107,232 miles
  • 2023 – 105,504 miles
  • 2022 – 103,778 miles
  • 2021 – 102,274 miles
  • 2019 – 102,208 miles
  • 2018 – 101,307 miles
  • 2017 – 100,538 miles
  • 2016 – 99,308 miles
  • 2015 – 97,126 miles
  • 2014 – 93,590 miles
  • 2013 – 86,399 miles
  • 2012 – 72,446 miles
  • 2011 – 78,573 miles
  • 2010 – 51,601 miles
  • 2009 – 45,854 miles
  • 2008 – 40,670 miles
  • 2007 – 36,699 miles
  • 2006 – 32,963 miles
  • 2005 – 28,797 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail107,232 miles
  • DangerousFront Sub-frame has a fracture which is likely to adversely affect braking or steering various fractures (6.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Rear load sensing valve fixing not securing valve
  • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working after 1st application (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
  • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested due to excessive corrosion to front suspension/subframe (1.2.1 (g))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower part of wing missing at sill mounting area
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear both rear wheels hard to rotate not able to check bearing's
  • AdvisoryStrong vapour smell from exhaust

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 3 May 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail107,232 miles (+1,728)3 dangerous5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,232 miles
    Test number
    431542785229
    • DangerousFront Sub-frame has a fracture which is likely to adversely affect braking or steering various fractures (6.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear load sensing valve fixing not securing valve
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working after 1st application (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested due to excessive corrosion to front suspension/subframe (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower part of wing missing at sill mounting area
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both rear wheels hard to rotate not able to check bearing's
    • AdvisoryStrong vapour smell from exhaust

  2. Pass105,504 miles (+152)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    105,504 miles
    Test number
    680961595122
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail105,352 miles (+1,574)2 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,352 miles
    Test number
    258451401981
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Perished and cracking (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass103,778 miles (+1,504)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    103,778 miles
    Test number
    258923912713
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass102,274 miles (+17)3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    102,274 miles
    Test number
    709956424004
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAux belt badly cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm but worn lower on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryLong handbrake free travel indicating an issue/adjustment required

  6. Fail102,257 miles (+49)3 major4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,257 miles
    Test number
    790840930770
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass102,208 miles (+901)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    102,208 miles
    Test number
    430275952344
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches corroded around edges.
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion around front and rear suspension components
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material loop pipe at load valve (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass101,307 miles (+769)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    101,307 miles
    Test number
    519729909492
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches corroded

  9. Pass100,538 miles (+1,230)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    100,538 miles
    Test number
    961637517054
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play ..and slightly noisey (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front floor corroded around drain bung hole,not excessive or within seat/seat belt prescribed area at time of test.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryWipers just beginning to smear screen

  10. Pass99,308 miles (+2,182)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    99,308 miles
    Test number
    895428482998

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass97,126 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    97,126 miles
    Test number
    999054085120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail97,096 miles (+3,506)11 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,096 miles
    Test number
    757899245172
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass93,590 miles7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    93,590 miles
    Test number
    708424764145
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/S/R wheel arch starting to RUST
    • NoteO/S/f head lamp cracked beam image ok at time of test
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Fail93,590 miles (+7,191)4 failures7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,590 miles
    Test number
    208594354192
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/S/R wheel arch starting to RUST
    • NoteO/S/f head lamp cracked beam image ok at time of test
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass86,399 miles (+13,953)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    86,399 miles
    Test number
    288720033427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass72,446 miles (+17)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    72,446 miles
    Test number
    646662452162
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn close to wear limit
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn to limit on inner edge

  17. Fail72,429 miles (-6,144)4 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,429 miles
    Test number
    227281552464
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth wiper blades deteriorated
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn close to wear limit
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn to limit on inner edge
    • NoteSigns of fluid leak from nearside rear hub

  18. Pass78,573 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    78,573 miles
    Test number
    906399401115
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail59,175 miles (+7,574)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,175 miles
    Test number
    999409301192
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  20. Pass51,601 miles (+5,747)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2011
    Odometer
    51,601 miles
    Test number
    132671710169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass45,854 miles (+5,184)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2010
    Odometer
    45,854 miles
    Test number
    421150749162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass40,670 miles (+3,971)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2009
    Odometer
    40,670 miles
    Test number
    654909828168
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Pass36,699 miles (+3,736)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2008
    Odometer
    36,699 miles
    Test number
    262208127475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass32,963 miles (+4,166)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2007
    Odometer
    32,963 miles
    Test number
    624008826147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass28,797 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2006
    Odometer
    28,797 miles
    Test number
    160023725198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T872 WGJ

Does T872 WGJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T872 WGJ expired on 25 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T872 WGJ?
The MOT on T872 WGJ expired on 25 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T872 WGJ done?
T872 WGJ was recorded at 107,232 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2024, an average of 4,028 miles a year.
Has T872 WGJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T872 WGJ has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on T872 WGJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 30 May 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T872 WGJ find?
T872 WGJ failed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2024 with 3 dangerous defects, 5 major defects and 6 advisories: front sub-frame has a fracture which is likely to adversely affect braking or steering various fractures; nearside rear load sensing valve fixing not securing valve; stop lamp(s) all not working after 1st application, and 11 more.

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