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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T891 BVVMOT history

T891 BVV is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 11 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Jun 2021 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 63,161 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Jun 2021
Mileage
63,161 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2022
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,080 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T891 BVV
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
11 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Jun 2021
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T891 BVV was last recorded at 63,161 miles on 13 Jan 2022, 55 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
63,106 miles · 15 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
55 miles
Average per year
3,080 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 63,161 miles
  • 2021 – 63,106 miles
  • 2020 – 62,484 miles
  • 2019 – 56,155 miles
  • 2018 – 48,809 miles
  • 2017 – 44,383 miles
  • 2016 – 42,021 miles
  • 2015 – 35,703 miles
  • 2014 – 35,502 miles
  • 2013 – 32,255 miles
  • 2012 – 29,356 miles
  • 2011 – 26,287 miles
  • 2010 – 21,505 miles
  • 2009 – 19,698 miles
  • 2008 – 17,579 miles
  • 2007 – 15,979 miles
  • 2006 – 14,196 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail63,161 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn bush in the axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2015

  • Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear from load valve x2

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail63,161 miles (+55)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,161 miles
    Test number
    429025952419
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn bush in the axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail63,106 miles (+622)1 dangerous7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,106 miles
    Test number
    534776173261
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut has an unsafe modification Top mounting bush (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Incorrect bulb fitted (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Incorrect bulb fitted (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut has an unsafe modification Top mounting bush (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn Rear main axle bus unbonded (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront to rear metal brake pipes starting to corrode in places
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Main axle bush starting to unbond (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  3. Pass62,484 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    62,484 miles
    Test number
    566612035460
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear from load valve x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNsf/ osf drive shaft corroded

  4. Fail62,483 miles (+6,328)5 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,483 miles
    Test number
    288382264760
    • MajorNearside Rear Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear from load valve x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge dangerous (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge dangerous (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNsf/ osf drive shaft corroded

  5. Pass56,155 miles (+7,346)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    56,155 miles
    Test number
    172508691832

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass48,809 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    48,809 miles
    Test number
    363118721301
    • AdvisoryFront headlights dim
    • AdvisorySuspension low

  7. Fail48,809 miles (+4,426)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,809 miles
    Test number
    286188529476
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Steering wheel locking device insecure (2.1.6)
    • AdvisoryFront headlights dim
    • AdvisorySuspension low

  8. Pass44,383 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    44,383 miles
    Test number
    522878155562

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail44,383 miles (+2,362)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,383 miles
    Test number
    928711987370
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

  10. Pass42,021 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    42,021 miles
    Test number
    150723371913

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail42,021 miles (+6,318)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,021 miles
    Test number
    796640099077
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

  12. Pass35,703 miles (+201)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    35,703 miles
    Test number
    598985135074
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  13. Pass35,502 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    35,502 miles
    Test number
    699826834063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail35,500 miles (+3,245)1 dangerous3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,500 miles
    Test number
    168506134017
    • DangerousOffside rear tyre - cracking/splitting around outer edge of tread/side wall (1998)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureTyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Pass32,255 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    32,255 miles
    Test number
    178827033405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail32,255 miles (+2,899)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,255 miles
    Test number
    276197633051
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • NoteNearside front tyre - Tread worn smooth on inside edge

  17. Pass29,356 miles (+3,069)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    29,356 miles
    Test number
    188111642048
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • NoteRear silencer in poor condition

  18. Pass26,287 miles (+4,782)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    26,287 miles
    Test number
    238048531051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass21,505 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    21,505 miles
    Test number
    881502730006
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Fail21,505 miles (+1,807)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,505 miles
    Test number
    132632230088
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass19,698 miles (+2,119)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    19,698 miles
    Test number
    894476459004
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • NoteRear service brake (foot brake) efforts - lower at offside

  22. Pass17,579 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    17,579 miles
    Test number
    461687458072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail17,577 miles (+1,598)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,577 miles
    Test number
    951026258008
    • FailureOffside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

  24. Pass15,979 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    15,979 miles
    Test number
    114285047446
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  25. Fail15,979 miles (+1,783)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,979 miles
    Test number
    793175947088
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  26. Pass14,196 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    14,196 miles
    Test number
    244821456002
    • 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)

  27. Pass14,196 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    14,196 miles
    Test number
    141771356414
    • 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)

Questions about T891 BVV

Does T891 BVV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T891 BVV expired on 1 Jun 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T891 BVV?
The MOT on T891 BVV expired on 1 Jun 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T891 BVV done?
T891 BVV was recorded at 63,161 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2022, an average of 3,080 miles a year.
Has T891 BVV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T891 BVV has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on T891 BVV 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 T891 BVV find?
T891 BVV failed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 4 major defects and 1 advisory: offside rear brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail; nearside front headlamp light source and lamp not compatible; offside front headlamp light source and lamp not compatible, and 3 more.

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