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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

X47 WFCMOT history

X47 WFC is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 27 Jan 2001. Its MOT expired on 9 Oct 2024 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 81,280 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2023.

X47 WFC red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 9 Oct 2024
Mileage
81,280 mi
At MOT on 10 Oct 2023
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,986 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X47 WFC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
27 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
10 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

X47 WFC was last recorded at 81,280 miles on 10 Oct 2023, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,273 miles · 27 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
2,986 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 81,280 miles
  • 2022 – 77,440 miles
  • 2021 – 74,675 miles
  • 2020 – 71,851 miles
  • 2019 – 67,128 miles
  • 2018 – 64,670 miles
  • 2017 – 60,160 miles
  • 2016 – 59,370 miles
  • 2015 – 56,872 miles
  • 2014 – 53,670 miles
  • 2013 – 50,637 miles
  • 2012 – 48,305 miles
  • 2011 – 45,397 miles
  • 2010 – 41,882 miles
  • 2009 – 37,996 miles
  • 2008 – 34,476 miles
  • 2007 – 31,486 miles
  • 2006 – 28,996 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,280 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe flexible unit (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 corroded on inner faces around the inner edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight blow around manifold area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread depth approx. 3mm legal limit is 1.6mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn unevenly on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 6 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,280 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    81,280 miles
    Test number
    673917610875
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe flexible unit (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail81,273 miles (+3,833)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,273 miles
    Test number
    677238106639
    • DangerousOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut insecure and impairing directional stability mounting broken (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to poor running (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe flexible unit (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass77,440 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    77,440 miles
    Test number
    188642205451
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded on inner faces around the inner edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight blow around manifold area (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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 tread depth approx. 3mm legal limit is 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn unevenly on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn unevenly on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail77,440 miles (+2,765)4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,440 miles
    Test number
    976622841469
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb fitted incorrectly and bowl insecure inside light unit (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bowl insecure inside headlight unit (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded on inner faces around the inner edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight blow around manifold area (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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 tread depth approx. 3mm legal limit is 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn unevenly on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn unevenly on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light is on

  5. Pass74,675 miles (+2,824)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    74,675 miles
    Test number
    592742276617
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise engine light on
    • AdvisoryAdvise nearside rear tyre wearing uneven on inner edge
    • AdvisoryAdvise slight damage to nearside front tyre outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryAdvise slight oil leak around gearbox area

  6. Pass71,851 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    71,851 miles
    Test number
    440258595202
    • AdvisoryAdvise engine light on
    • AdvisoryAdvise handbrake does not lock up
    • AdvisoryAdvise slight oil leak around gearbox area

  7. Fail71,851 miles (+4,723)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,851 miles
    Test number
    425320288190
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryAdvise engine light on
    • AdvisoryAdvise handbrake does not lock up
    • AdvisoryAdvise slight oil leak around gearbox area

  8. Pass67,128 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    67,128 miles
    Test number
    663902027759
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail67,128 miles (+2,458)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,128 miles
    Test number
    697596571571
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass64,670 miles (+4,510)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    64,670 miles
    Test number
    811105940412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass60,160 miles (+790)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    60,160 miles
    Test number
    464107249906

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass59,370 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    59,370 miles
    Test number
    111361456897

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail59,370 miles (+2,498)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,370 miles
    Test number
    712284999232
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass56,872 miles (+3,202)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    56,872 miles
    Test number
    709523885036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass53,670 miles (+3,033)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    53,670 miles
    Test number
    137784784036
    • DangerousO/s/f tyre worn to limit

  16. Pass50,637 miles (+2,332)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    50,637 miles
    Test number
    459407383089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass48,305 miles (+2,908)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    48,305 miles
    Test number
    725371482065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass45,397 miles (+3,515)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    45,397 miles
    Test number
    629022081000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass41,882 miles (+3,886)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    41,882 miles
    Test number
    344470190068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass37,996 miles (+3,520)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    37,996 miles
    Test number
    924073289059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass34,476 miles (+2,990)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    34,476 miles
    Test number
    901413598040
    • NoteBoth front tyres only just legal
    • NoteRear silencer outer casing split ``recomend new silencer ``
    • NoteRecomend new wipers

  22. Pass31,486 miles (+2,490)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    31,486 miles
    Test number
    644143797045
    • NoteRear silencer outer casing split ``but not blowing``

  23. Pass28,996 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    28,996 miles
    Test number
    411696696044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail28,996 miles3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,996 miles
    Test number
    610346896074
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteRer silencer outer casing split

Questions about X47 WFC

Does X47 WFC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X47 WFC expired on 9 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X47 WFC?
The MOT on X47 WFC expired on 9 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X47 WFC done?
X47 WFC was recorded at 81,280 miles at its MOT on 10 Oct 2023, an average of 2,986 miles a year.
Has X47 WFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X47 WFC has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on X47 WFC 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 X47 WFC find?
X47 WFC passed its latest MOT on 10 Oct 2023 with 1 advisory: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe flexible unit.

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