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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 1996 · 1,043 cc

TSU 601MOT history

TSU 601 is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 29 Feb 1996. Its MOT expired on 6 Apr 2024 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 26,075 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Apr 2024
Mileage
26,075 mi
At MOT on 7 Apr 2023
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
563 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
TSU 601
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,043 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
29 Feb 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
7 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

TSU 601 was last recorded at 26,075 miles on 7 Apr 2023, 27 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
26,048 miles · 17 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
27 miles
Average per year
563 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 26,075 miles
  • 2022 – 26,048 miles
  • 2021 – 26,010 miles
  • 2020 – 25,906 miles
  • 2018 – 25,616 miles
  • 2017 – 25,379 miles
  • 2016 – 25,231 miles
  • 2015 – 24,683 miles
  • 2014 – 23,903 miles
  • 2013 – 23,550 miles
  • 2012 – 22,383 miles
  • 2011 – 20,706 miles
  • 2010 – 19,874 miles
  • 2009 – 19,445 miles
  • 2008 – 18,910 miles
  • 2007 – 18,293 miles
  • 2006 – 17,603 miles
  • 2005 – 16,133 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass26,075 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 8 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass26,075 miles (+27)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    26,075 miles
    Test number
    461118655564
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass26,048 miles (+38)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    26,048 miles
    Test number
    564886495735
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass26,010 miles (+104)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    26,010 miles
    Test number
    450235723757
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass25,906 miles (+290)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    25,906 miles
    Test number
    291960695687
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass25,616 miles (+237)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    25,616 miles
    Test number
    315083775173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass25,379 miles (+148)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    25,379 miles
    Test number
    440344070125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass25,231 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    25,231 miles
    Test number
    584090784221
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  8. Fail25,231 miles (+548)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,231 miles
    Test number
    766721836758
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass24,683 miles (+780)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    24,683 miles
    Test number
    335089215437
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  10. Pass23,903 miles (+353)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    23,903 miles
    Test number
    815440424248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass23,550 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    23,550 miles
    Test number
    488379313299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail23,550 miles (+1,167)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,550 miles
    Test number
    519489213215
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  13. Pass22,383 miles (+1,677)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    22,383 miles
    Test number
    779060222261
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass20,706 miles (+832)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    20,706 miles
    Test number
    885544311205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail19,874 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,874 miles
    Test number
    202159610219
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  16. Pass19,874 miles (+429)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    19,874 miles
    Test number
    424249410237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass19,445 miles (+535)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    19,445 miles
    Test number
    464173119291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass18,910 miles (+617)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    18,910 miles
    Test number
    363432728253
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Pass18,293 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    18,293 miles
    Test number
    410902907239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail18,293 miles (+690)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,293 miles
    Test number
    420932507291
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

  21. Pass17,603 miles (+1,470)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    17,603 miles
    Test number
    340857716423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass16,133 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    16,133 miles
    Test number
    194160025295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about TSU 601

What vehicle is registration TSU 601 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show TSU 601 on a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 29 Feb 1996. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does TSU 601 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on TSU 601 expired on 6 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on TSU 601?
The MOT on TSU 601 expired on 6 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has TSU 601 done?
TSU 601 was recorded at 26,075 miles at its MOT on 7 Apr 2023, an average of 563 miles a year.
Has TSU 601 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. TSU 601 has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Aug 2016.
Has the mileage on TSU 601 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 TSU 601 find?
TSU 601 passed its latest MOT on 7 Apr 2023 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: front windscreen wiper blade defective; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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