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Volkswagen Polo

Green · Petrol · 2000 · 1,000 cc

W256 PRFMOT history

W256 PRF is a green petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Mar 2000. Its MOT expired on 4 Nov 2022 and it has passed 10 of 14 MOT tests, with 127,073 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Oct 2023.

W256 PRF green Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 4 Nov 2022
Mileage
127,073 mi
At MOT on 30 Oct 2023
MOT tests
14
10 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,351 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W256 PRF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Mar 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
30 Oct 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

W256 PRF was last recorded at 127,073 miles on 30 Oct 2023, 3,917 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,156 miles · 5 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
3,917 miles
Average per year
3,351 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 127,073 miles
  • 2021 – 123,156 miles
  • 2014 – 122,599 miles
  • 2013 – 117,297 miles
  • 2012 – 113,706 miles
  • 2011 – 109,486 miles
  • 2010 – 103,646 miles
  • 2009 – 91,864 miles
  • 2008 – 80,881 miles
  • 2007 – 72,578 miles
  • 2006 – 67,641 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail127,073 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

14 tests since 3 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail127,073 miles (+3,917)8 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,073 miles
    Test number
    679090858578
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  2. Pass123,156 miles (+557)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    123,156 miles
    Test number
    343568162794
    • AdvisoryFuel line securing clips ( 1 missing) underbody
    • AdvisoryNearside front headlamp adjuster on limit

  3. Pass122,599 miles (+77)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2015
    Odometer
    122,599 miles
    Test number
    297558524179
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  4. Fail122,522 miles (+5,225)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,522 miles
    Test number
    289972224421
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  5. Pass117,297 miles (+3,591)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2014
    Odometer
    117,297 miles
    Test number
    136817723187
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  6. Pass113,706 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2013
    Odometer
    113,706 miles
    Test number
    885835322114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail113,704 miles (+25)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,704 miles
    Test number
    289944822152
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  8. Fail113,679 miles (+4,193)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,679 miles
    Test number
    719667712196
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  9. Pass109,486 miles (+5,840)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    109,486 miles
    Test number
    808361701127
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteONLY JUST PASSED EMISSIONS TEST

  10. Pass103,646 miles (+11,782)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    103,646 miles
    Test number
    770700100145
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass91,864 miles (+10,983)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    91,864 miles
    Test number
    523612399040
    • NoteO/S Door mirror damaged.

  12. Pass80,881 miles (+8,303)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    80,881 miles
    Test number
    292297008494
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  13. Pass72,578 miles (+4,937)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    72,578 miles
    Test number
    210641017109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass67,641 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    67,641 miles
    Test number
    191214736071
    • AdvisoryFront 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)

Questions about W256 PRF

Does W256 PRF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on W256 PRF expired on 4 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on W256 PRF?
The MOT on W256 PRF expired on 4 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has W256 PRF done?
W256 PRF was recorded at 127,073 miles at its MOT on 30 Oct 2023, an average of 3,351 miles a year.
Has W256 PRF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W256 PRF has failed 4 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on W256 PRF 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 W256 PRF find?
W256 PRF failed its latest MOT on 30 Oct 2023 with 8 major defects, 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits, and 13 more.

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