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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 999 cc

V637 MKEMOT history

V637 MKE is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 16 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 5 Dec 2023 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 98,575 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Dec 2023
Mileage
98,575 mi
At MOT on 16 Nov 2022
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,742 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V637 MKE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
16 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V637 MKE was last recorded at 98,575 miles on 16 Nov 2022, 1,515 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,060 miles · 6 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
1,515 miles
Average per year
4,742 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 98,575 miles
  • 2021 – 97,060 miles
  • 2020 – 95,695 miles
  • 2019 – 94,419 miles
  • 2018 – 90,520 miles
  • 2017 – 86,340 miles
  • 2016 – 80,939 miles
  • 2015 – 72,378 miles
  • 2014 – 63,492 miles
  • 2013 – 54,888 miles
  • 2012 – 47,512 miles
  • 2011 – 40,932 miles
  • 2010 – 35,660 miles
  • 2009 – 29,435 miles
  • 2008 – 24,688 miles
  • 2007 – 22,431 miles
  • 2006 – 20,480 miles
  • 2005 – 18,257 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,575 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Oil leaks under engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass98,575 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    98,575 miles
    Test number
    369330883403
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  2. Fail98,575 miles (+1,515)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,575 miles
    Test number
    504073787777
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  3. Pass97,060 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    97,060 miles
    Test number
    687762955533

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail97,056 miles (+1,361)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,056 miles
    Test number
    227414921640
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  5. Pass95,695 miles (+1,276)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    95,695 miles
    Test number
    259792004567

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass94,419 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    94,419 miles
    Test number
    316609365863
    • AdvisoryOil leaks under engine

  7. Fail94,419 miles (+3,899)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,419 miles
    Test number
    809036229524
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leaks under engine

  8. Pass90,520 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    90,520 miles
    Test number
    786256425544

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail90,518 miles (+4,178)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,518 miles
    Test number
    795864802577
    • DangerousOil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps number plate bulb (4.7.2 (a))

  10. Pass86,340 miles (+5,401)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    86,340 miles
    Test number
    834334397183
    • AdvisorySteering noisey from rack in car

  11. Pass80,939 miles (+8,561)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    80,939 miles
    Test number
    956320258756

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass72,378 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    72,378 miles
    Test number
    827134361074
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail72,377 miles (+8,885)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,377 miles
    Test number
    378301109510
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass63,492 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    63,492 miles
    Test number
    898625134389
    • AdvisorySeat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  15. Fail63,491 miles (+8,603)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,491 miles
    Test number
    638292434317
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisorySeat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  16. Pass54,888 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    54,888 miles
    Test number
    465281633318
    • NoteFan belt cracking
    • NoteFront brake discs worn

  17. Fail54,888 miles (+7,376)5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,888 miles
    Test number
    658670933317
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteFan belt cracking
    • NoteFront brake discs worn

  18. Pass47,512 miles (+6,580)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    47,512 miles
    Test number
    989881932328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass40,932 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    40,932 miles
    Test number
    148623631330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail40,932 miles (+5,272)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,932 miles
    Test number
    309432531363
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  21. Pass35,660 miles (+6,225)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    35,660 miles
    Test number
    602994230386
    • NoteBothside front tyres worn to 2 mm.

  22. Pass29,435 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    29,435 miles
    Test number
    260841139349
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  23. Fail29,435 miles (+4,747)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,435 miles
    Test number
    602431339315
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  24. Pass24,688 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    24,688 miles
    Test number
    950319918306
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear washer inop

  25. Fail24,688 miles (+2,257)7 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,688 miles
    Test number
    414428818347
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear washer inop

  26. Pass22,431 miles (+1,951)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    22,431 miles
    Test number
    710853657369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass20,480 miles (+2,223)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    20,480 miles
    Test number
    162460046328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass18,257 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    18,257 miles
    Test number
    341612145306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V637 MKE

Does V637 MKE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V637 MKE expired on 5 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V637 MKE?
The MOT on V637 MKE expired on 5 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V637 MKE done?
V637 MKE was recorded at 98,575 miles at its MOT on 16 Nov 2022, an average of 4,742 miles a year.
Has V637 MKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V637 MKE has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on V637 MKE 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 V637 MKE find?
V637 MKE passed its latest MOT on 16 Nov 2022 with 1 advisory: steering column top bearing slightly worn.

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