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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,390 cc

V698 JGUMOT history

V698 JGU is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 5 Jan 2000. Its MOT expired on 20 Aug 2025 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 75,979 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Aug 2024.

V698 JGU blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 20 Aug 2025
Mileage
75,979 mi
At MOT on 10 Aug 2024
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,017 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V698 JGU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
5 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
10 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

V698 JGU was last recorded at 75,979 miles on 10 Aug 2024, 926 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,053 miles · 12 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
926 miles
Average per year
3,017 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 75,979 miles
  • 2023 – 75,053 miles
  • 2022 – 73,724 miles
  • 2021 – 72,779 miles
  • 2020 – 70,890 miles
  • 2019 – 66,259 miles
  • 2018 – 62,736 miles
  • 2017 – 60,896 miles
  • 2016 – 58,231 miles
  • 2015 – 54,159 miles
  • 2014 – 49,792 miles
  • 2013 – 46,618 miles
  • 2011 – 42,024 miles
  • 2010 – 39,788 miles
  • 2009 – 35,239 miles
  • 2008 – 30,724 miles
  • 2007 – 25,292 miles
  • 2006 – 22,688 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,979 miles
  • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are slightly perished
  • AdvisoryExhaust is corroded, but not leaking
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted and corroded on the inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisorySlight oil leak from gearbox area
  • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre is wearing on the inner edge

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive General

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • TRACKING

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2009

Full MOT history

22 tests since 11 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,979 miles (+926)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    75,979 miles
    Test number
    233186361227
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are slightly perished
    • AdvisoryExhaust is corroded, but not leaking
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted and corroded on the inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from gearbox area
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre is wearing on the inner edge

  2. Pass75,053 miles (+1,329)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    75,053 miles
    Test number
    229970573899
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded, not leaking
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slightly worn and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive General (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass73,724 miles (+945)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    73,724 miles
    Test number
    915903678866
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded and worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive General (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass72,779 miles (+1,889)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    72,779 miles
    Test number
    959185918726
    • AdvisoryExhaust system slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive General minor oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass70,890 miles (+12)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    70,890 miles
    Test number
    209126336633
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened PITTED (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive GENERAL (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryTRACKING

  6. Fail70,878 miles (+4,619)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,878 miles
    Test number
    956773892310
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened PITTED (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge LOW ON EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive GENERAL (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryTRACKING

  7. Pass66,259 miles (+3,523)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    66,259 miles
    Test number
    768350700680
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are wearing on the inner edges
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight gearbox oil leak

  8. Pass62,736 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    62,736 miles
    Test number
    232578991745
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Fail62,736 miles (+1,840)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,736 miles
    Test number
    683207608091
    • Repaired at testCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass60,896 miles (+2,665)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    60,896 miles
    Test number
    529646403856
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass58,231 miles (+4,072)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    58,231 miles
    Test number
    958720455715
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened more on the inner faces (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre getting close at the inner edge

  12. Pass54,159 miles (+4,367)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    54,159 miles
    Test number
    759412715029
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOffside front tyre has worn bald on the inner edge

  13. Pass49,792 miles (+3,174)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    49,792 miles
    Test number
    567948004065
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass46,618 miles (+4,594)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    46,618 miles
    Test number
    339918203097
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass42,024 miles (+2,236)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    42,024 miles
    Test number
    966818441351
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded
    • NoteFront registration plate cracked

  16. Pass39,788 miles (+4,549)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    39,788 miles
    Test number
    440344140394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass35,239 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    35,239 miles
    Test number
    593875749379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail35,239 miles (+4,515)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,239 miles
    Test number
    962145349371
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass30,724 miles (+5,432)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    30,724 miles
    Test number
    360330058316
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteSmall crack front number plate
    • NoteVairios small chips in windscreen

  20. Pass25,292 miles (+7)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    25,292 miles
    Test number
    333288047338
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteVairios small chips in windscreen

  21. Fail25,285 miles (+2,597)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,285 miles
    Test number
    584587247303
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteVairios small chips in windscreen

  22. Pass22,688 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    22,688 miles
    Test number
    701825546327
    • 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)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

Questions about V698 JGU

Does V698 JGU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V698 JGU expired on 20 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V698 JGU?
The MOT on V698 JGU expired on 20 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V698 JGU done?
V698 JGU was recorded at 75,979 miles at its MOT on 10 Aug 2024, an average of 3,017 miles a year.
Has V698 JGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V698 JGU has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2020.
Has the mileage on V698 JGU 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 V698 JGU find?
V698 JGU passed its latest MOT on 10 Aug 2024 with 7 advisories: both rear tyres are slightly perished; exhaust is corroded, but not leaking; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted and corroded on the inner face, and 4 more.

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