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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,390 cc

X56 VOTMOT history

X56 VOT is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 26 Nov 2000. Its MOT expired on 10 Dec 2021 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 160,571 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2021.

X56 VOT silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 10 Dec 2021
Mileage
160,571 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2021
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,252 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X56 VOT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
26 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Dec 2021
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

X56 VOT was last recorded at 160,571 miles on 16 Dec 2021, 39 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,532 miles · 6 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
39 miles
Average per year
8,252 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 160,571 miles
  • 2020 – 156,400 miles
  • 2019 – 150,444 miles
  • 2018 – 146,260 miles
  • 2017 – 142,142 miles
  • 2016 – 125,898 miles
  • 2015 – 118,578 miles
  • 2014 – 116,101 miles
  • 2012 – 101,618 miles
  • 2011 – 87,333 miles
  • 2010 – 76,944 miles
  • 2009 – 63,307 miles
  • 2008 – 45,318 miles
  • 2007 – 37,948 miles
  • 2006 – 32,993 miles
  • 2005 – 27,387 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail160,571 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 26 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail160,571 miles (+39)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,571 miles
    Test number
    769980646858
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail160,532 miles (+4,132)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,532 miles
    Test number
    550833527660
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass156,400 miles (+57)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    156,400 miles
    Test number
    862024978701
    • 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 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail156,343 miles (+5,899)1 dangerous6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,343 miles
    Test number
    226915286555
    • DangerousFront Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts lambda sensor wire (4.11 (a) (iii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCoolant bottle cap found on top of battery

  5. Pass150,444 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    150,444 miles
    Test number
    449005157010
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryMinor damage to offside outer sill

  6. Fail150,440 miles (+4,180)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,440 miles
    Test number
    536360170881
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre section (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryMinor damage to offside outer sill

  7. Pass146,260 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    146,260 miles
    Test number
    183625083846
    • AdvisoryExhaust very rusty and in poor condition
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil level very high

  8. Fail146,260 miles (+4,118)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,260 miles
    Test number
    851790221003
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 165 70 r13 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Cat to centre exhaust leaking through connector pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust very rusty and in poor condition
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil level very high

  9. Pass142,142 miles (+70)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    142,142 miles
    Test number
    845129288254
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  10. Fail142,072 miles (+16,174)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,072 miles
    Test number
    615085498695
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Pass125,898 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    125,898 miles
    Test number
    350217975333
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Fail125,898 miles (+7,320)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,898 miles
    Test number
    744884796335
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating Sidelight (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working Main beam (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass118,578 miles4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    118,578 miles
    Test number
    985609215128
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAll shock absorbers worn
    • NoteBoth rear tyres balding on edges
    • NoteGeneral corrosion to exhaust system

  14. Fail118,578 miles (+2,477)7 failures6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,578 miles
    Test number
    207549015173
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAll shock absorbers worn
    • NoteBoth rear tyres balding on edges
    • NoteGeneral corrosion to exhaust system

  15. Pass116,101 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    116,101 miles
    Test number
    277524854439
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail116,101 miles (+14,483)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,101 miles
    Test number
    749873554169
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass101,618 miles (+14,285)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    101,618 miles
    Test number
    499200612364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass87,333 miles (+10,389)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    87,333 miles
    Test number
    367397991455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail76,944 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,944 miles
    Test number
    623278080228
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  20. Pass76,944 miles (+13,637)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    76,944 miles
    Test number
    880988480272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass63,307 miles (+17,989)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    63,307 miles
    Test number
    263516699214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass45,318 miles (+7,370)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    45,318 miles
    Test number
    153057788299
    • NoteN/S/F tyre wearing badly on inner edge. Change soon.
    • NoteOne high level brake light not working.

  23. Pass37,948 miles (+4,955)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    37,948 miles
    Test number
    293199717352
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass32,993 miles (+5,606)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    32,993 miles
    Test number
    373317406385
    • NoteFront no plate in poor condition

  25. Pass27,387 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    27,387 miles
    Test number
    621469295262
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about X56 VOT

Does X56 VOT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X56 VOT expired on 10 Dec 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X56 VOT?
The MOT on X56 VOT expired on 10 Dec 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X56 VOT done?
X56 VOT was recorded at 160,571 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2021, an average of 8,252 miles a year.
Has X56 VOT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X56 VOT has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on X56 VOT 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 X56 VOT find?
X56 VOT failed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2021 with 2 major defects and 4 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; nearside rear wheel bearing has slight play, and 3 more.

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