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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T962 JHKMOT history

T962 JHK is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 15 Jul 2022 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 85,957 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Jul 2022
Mileage
85,957 mi
At MOT on 19 Jul 2022
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,866 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T962 JHK
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
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Jul 2022
Latest MOT test
19 Jul 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T962 JHK was last recorded at 85,957 miles on 19 Jul 2022, 5,272 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,685 miles · 14 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
5,272 miles
Average per year
2,866 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 85,957 miles
  • 2021 – 80,685 miles
  • 2020 – 78,624 miles
  • 2019 – 72,454 miles
  • 2018 – 71,551 miles
  • 2017 – 70,439 miles
  • 2016 – 68,879 miles
  • 2015 – 67,164 miles
  • 2014 – 65,492 miles
  • 2013 – 63,762 miles
  • 2012 – 61,953 miles
  • 2011 – 59,674 miles
  • 2010 – 57,074 miles
  • 2009 – 53,113 miles
  • 2008 – 48,251 miles
  • 2007 – 43,145 miles
  • 2006 – 38,872 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail85,957 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced seal (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

18 tests since 13 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail85,957 miles (+5,272)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,957 miles
    Test number
    337772191147
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced seal (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass80,685 miles (+2,061)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    80,685 miles
    Test number
    683423681984
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass78,624 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    78,624 miles
    Test number
    204303158763
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail78,624 miles (+6,170)2 dangerous6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,624 miles
    Test number
    222089519653
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass72,454 miles (+903)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    72,454 miles
    Test number
    487347556889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass71,551 miles (+1,112)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    71,551 miles
    Test number
    902661406208
    • 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)

  7. Pass70,439 miles (+1,560)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    70,439 miles
    Test number
    842575585928
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine

  8. Pass68,879 miles (+1,715)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    68,879 miles
    Test number
    812411406386
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust section deteriorated but not leaking

  9. Pass67,164 miles (+1,672)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    67,164 miles
    Test number
    115714545061
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass65,492 miles (+1,730)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    65,492 miles
    Test number
    438881454090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass63,762 miles (+1,809)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    63,762 miles
    Test number
    128149643488
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass61,953 miles (+2,279)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    61,953 miles
    Test number
    997334142028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass59,674 miles (+2,600)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    59,674 miles
    Test number
    727415641058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass57,074 miles (+3,961)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    57,074 miles
    Test number
    614183840030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass53,113 miles (+4,862)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    53,113 miles
    Test number
    792870449088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass48,251 miles (+5,106)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    48,251 miles
    Test number
    683914048070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass43,145 miles (+4,273)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    43,145 miles
    Test number
    631555047048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass38,872 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    38,872 miles
    Test number
    372554446046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T962 JHK

Does T962 JHK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T962 JHK expired on 15 Jul 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T962 JHK?
The MOT on T962 JHK expired on 15 Jul 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T962 JHK done?
T962 JHK was recorded at 85,957 miles at its MOT on 19 Jul 2022, an average of 2,866 miles a year.
Has T962 JHK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T962 JHK has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on T962 JHK 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 T962 JHK find?
T962 JHK failed its latest MOT on 19 Jul 2022 with 7 major defects and 1 advisory: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases; nearside obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view, and 5 more.

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