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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,600 cc

T995 AYJMOT history

T995 AYJ is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 22 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 Jul 2023 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 43,207 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Jul 2023
Mileage
43,207 mi
At MOT on 5 Jul 2022
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,528 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T995 AYJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T995 AYJ was last recorded at 43,207 miles on 5 Jul 2022, 1,482 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 May 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
41,725 miles · 22 May 2021
Between the last two tests
1,482 miles
Average per year
1,528 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 43,207 miles
  • 2021 – 41,725 miles
  • 2018 – 38,410 miles
  • 2017 – 34,084 miles
  • 2016 – 32,706 miles
  • 2015 – 31,806 miles
  • 2014 – 30,539 miles
  • 2013 – 29,522 miles
  • 2012 – 28,163 miles
  • 2011 – 26,727 miles
  • 2010 – 25,348 miles
  • 2009 – 24,144 miles
  • 2008 – 22,795 miles
  • 2007 – 20,370 miles
  • 2006 – 18,329 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass43,207 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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 pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Engine undertray fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 23 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass43,207 miles (+1,482)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    43,207 miles
    Test number
    558867018457
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass41,725 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2022
    Odometer
    41,725 miles
    Test number
    443698271217
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust minor leak of exhaust gasses
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material joining brake flexible pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill step (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at axle and brake compensator (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail41,725 miles (+3,315)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,725 miles
    Test number
    179691666612
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust minor leak of exhaust gasses
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material joining brake flexible pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill step (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at axle and brake compensator (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass38,410 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    38,410 miles
    Test number
    633931859399
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine undertray fitted

  5. Fail38,403 miles (+4,319)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,403 miles
    Test number
    976281341997
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine undertray fitted

  6. Pass34,084 miles (+1,378)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    34,084 miles
    Test number
    697433992170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass32,706 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    32,706 miles
    Test number
    747621540082
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre wearing inner + outer edge

  8. Fail32,706 miles (+900)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,706 miles
    Test number
    390549072250
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre wearing inner + outer edge

  9. Pass31,806 miles (+1,267)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    31,806 miles
    Test number
    978631585121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass30,539 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    30,539 miles
    Test number
    457321844110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail30,539 miles (+1,017)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,539 miles
    Test number
    949441744123
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)

  12. Pass29,522 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    29,522 miles
    Test number
    676179843117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail29,522 miles (+1,359)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,522 miles
    Test number
    716802843162
    • FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

  14. Pass28,163 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    28,163 miles
    Test number
    159783782455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail28,163 miles (+1,436)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,163 miles
    Test number
    698102682075
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass26,727 miles (+1,379)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    26,727 miles
    Test number
    178911681055
    • NoteBattery insecure.
    • NoteSteering column top mounting has slight play in it.

  17. Fail25,348 miles3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,348 miles
    Test number
    103527170420
    • Repaired at testBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass25,348 miles (+1,204)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    25,348 miles
    Test number
    403517970000
    • AdvisoryNearside Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Pass24,144 miles (+1,349)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    24,144 miles
    Test number
    142852089434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail22,795 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,795 miles
    Test number
    174261948147
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass22,795 miles (+2,425)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2009
    Odometer
    22,795 miles
    Test number
    281921048452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass20,370 miles (+2,041)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    20,370 miles
    Test number
    352132787051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass18,329 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    18,329 miles
    Test number
    742152086094
    • NoteBOTH REAR WHEELS HAVE SLIGHT MOVEMENT IN
    • NoteSOME BRAKE PIPES STARTING TO RUST

  24. Fail18,329 miles1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,329 miles
    Test number
    924212686017
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteBOTH REAR WHEELS HAVE SLIGHT MOVEMENT IN
    • NoteSOME BRAKE PIPES STARTING TO RUST

Questions about T995 AYJ

Does T995 AYJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T995 AYJ expired on 4 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T995 AYJ?
The MOT on T995 AYJ expired on 4 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T995 AYJ done?
T995 AYJ was recorded at 43,207 miles at its MOT on 5 Jul 2022, an average of 1,528 miles a year.
Has T995 AYJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T995 AYJ has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 22 May 2021.
Has the mileage on T995 AYJ 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 T995 AYJ find?
T995 AYJ passed its latest MOT on 5 Jul 2022 with 5 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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