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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2000 · 1,390 cc

X742 WNUMOT history

X742 WNU is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 5 Oct 2000. Its MOT expired on 16 Jun 2024 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 60,716 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jun 2023.

X742 WNU red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 16 Jun 2024
Mileage
60,716 mi
At MOT on 17 Jun 2023
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,444 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X742 WNU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
5 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
17 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

X742 WNU was last recorded at 60,716 miles on 17 Jun 2023, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,712 miles · 18 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
2,444 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 60,716 miles
  • 2021 – 59,036 miles
  • 2020 – 57,617 miles
  • 2019 – 55,477 miles
  • 2018 – 53,218 miles
  • 2017 – 49,780 miles
  • 2015 – 46,301 miles
  • 2014 – 42,408 miles
  • 2013 – 39,952 miles
  • 2012 – 37,420 miles
  • 2011 – 34,920 miles
  • 2010 – 32,562 miles
  • 2009 – 30,042 miles
  • 2008 – 26,680 miles
  • 2007 – 22,940 miles
  • 2006 – 19,479 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,716 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Axle corrodedRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2009

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass60,716 miles (+4)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    60,716 miles
    Test number
    460258297047
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail60,712 miles (+1,676)5 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,712 miles
    Test number
    755132174786
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drum brake damp
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass59,036 miles (+55)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    59,036 miles
    Test number
    410564313041
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail58,981 miles (+1,364)5 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,981 miles
    Test number
    608747627447
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all perished badly (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  5. Pass57,617 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    57,617 miles
    Test number
    760321854923
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail57,611 miles (+2,134)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,611 miles
    Test number
    795006409817
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp beam image poor Nearside
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass55,477 miles (+58)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    55,477 miles
    Test number
    532690010798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail55,419 miles (+2,201)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,419 miles
    Test number
    371077803758
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass53,218 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    53,218 miles
    Test number
    445748045982
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to exhaust, coil springs and brake pipes
    • AdvisoryHeadlights poor
    • AdvisoryBoth front and o/s/r tyre cracked/splitting

  10. Fail53,218 miles (+3,438)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,218 miles
    Test number
    178121803579
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to exhaust, coil springs and brake pipes
    • AdvisoryHeadlights poor
    • AdvisoryBoth front and o/s/r tyre cracked/splitting

  11. Pass49,780 miles (+3,479)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    49,780 miles
    Test number
    553663302786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass46,301 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    46,301 miles
    Test number
    733141051357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail46,301 miles (+3,893)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,301 miles
    Test number
    653305661975
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  14. Pass42,408 miles (+2,456)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    42,408 miles
    Test number
    325090234433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass39,952 miles (+2,532)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    39,952 miles
    Test number
    549896193183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass37,420 miles (+2,500)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    37,420 miles
    Test number
    336719412220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass34,920 miles (+2,358)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    34,920 miles
    Test number
    897493211255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass32,562 miles (+2,520)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    32,562 miles
    Test number
    140873900235
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail30,042 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,042 miles
    Test number
    383270399181
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Pass30,042 miles (+3,362)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    30,042 miles
    Test number
    414230999117
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass26,680 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    26,680 miles
    Test number
    203309198151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail26,680 miles (+3,740)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,680 miles
    Test number
    720469898140
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  23. Pass22,940 miles (+3,461)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    22,940 miles
    Test number
    193411807222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass19,479 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    19,479 miles
    Test number
    333075416242
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteGearbox leaking oil

Questions about X742 WNU

Does X742 WNU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X742 WNU expired on 16 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X742 WNU?
The MOT on X742 WNU expired on 16 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X742 WNU done?
X742 WNU was recorded at 60,716 miles at its MOT on 17 Jun 2023, an average of 2,444 miles a year.
Has X742 WNU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X742 WNU has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on X742 WNU 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 X742 WNU find?
X742 WNU passed its latest MOT on 17 Jun 2023 with 9 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 6 more.

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