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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 999 cc

X753 AKYMOT history

X753 AKY is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 25 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 4 Aug 2022 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 109,495 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2022.

X753 AKY blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 4 Aug 2022
Mileage
109,495 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2022
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,933 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X753 AKY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
25 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Aug 2022
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

X753 AKY was last recorded at 109,495 miles on 3 Aug 2022, 3,836 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Jul 2016: 80,448 miles, lower than 83,001 miles on 29 Jul 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
105,659 miles · 31 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
3,836 miles
Average per year
4,933 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 109,495 miles
  • 2021 – 105,659 miles
  • 2020 – 100,149 miles
  • 2019 – 96,530 miles
  • 2018 – 93,605 miles
  • 2017 – 91,392 miles
  • 2016 – 80,448 miles
  • 2015 – 83,001 miles
  • 2014 – 77,105 miles
  • 2013 – 71,098 miles
  • 2012 – 63,286 miles
  • 2011 – 56,438 miles
  • 2010 – 47,673 miles
  • 2009 – 39,919 miles
  • 2008 – 36,398 miles
  • 2007 – 30,747 miles
  • 2005 – 25,560 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail109,495 miles
  • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald inner (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 28 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail109,495 miles (+3,836)6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,495 miles
    Test number
    856226051375
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Pass105,659 miles (+5,510)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    105,659 miles
    Test number
    223209763754
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass100,149 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    100,149 miles
    Test number
    162166350927
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm 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))

  4. Fail100,149 miles (+3,619)3 dangerous8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,149 miles
    Test number
    338820500339
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced lens deteriorated (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm 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))

  5. Pass96,530 miles (+2,925)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    96,530 miles
    Test number
    160597823951
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass93,605 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    93,605 miles
    Test number
    718640357412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail93,605 miles (+2,213)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,605 miles
    Test number
    162078280024
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass91,392 miles (+39)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    91,392 miles
    Test number
    617316773096
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Fail91,353 miles (+10,905)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,353 miles
    Test number
    309967351481
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever insecure (3.1.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass80,448 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    80,448 miles
    Test number
    105913228294
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Fail80,448 miles (-2,553)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,448 miles
    Test number
    214561672541
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass83,001 miles (+122)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    83,001 miles
    Test number
    506690115283
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted, offside rear not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Fail82,879 miles (+5,774)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,879 miles
    Test number
    848946005293
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted, offside rear not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass77,105 miles (+6,007)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    77,105 miles
    Test number
    798547404246
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine managment light on
    • NoteExhaust blowing

  15. Pass71,098 miles (+123)8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    71,098 miles
    Test number
    685341803253
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteExhaust corosion

  16. Fail70,975 miles (+7,689)2 failures9 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,975 miles
    Test number
    855994293114
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteEngine light on
    • NoteExhaust corosion

  17. Pass63,286 miles (+6,848)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    63,286 miles
    Test number
    336513802296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass56,438 miles (+8,765)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    56,438 miles
    Test number
    887671011212
    • NoteExhaust corroded

  19. Pass47,673 miles (+121)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    47,673 miles
    Test number
    532879100229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass47,552 miles (+7,633)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    47,552 miles
    Test number
    633855100298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass39,919 miles (+1,010)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    39,919 miles
    Test number
    450847619222
    • NoteAdvise both rear tyres wearing low

  22. Pass38,909 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    38,909 miles
    Test number
    241952519088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail38,909 miles (+2,511)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,909 miles
    Test number
    681622319071
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  24. Pass36,398 miles (+5,651)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    36,398 miles
    Test number
    844402838047
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Pass30,747 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    30,747 miles
    Test number
    180708217455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail30,747 miles (+5,187)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,747 miles
    Test number
    102968317070
    • FailureOffside Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  27. Pass25,560 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    25,560 miles
    Test number
    832839405279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X753 AKY

Does X753 AKY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X753 AKY expired on 4 Aug 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X753 AKY?
The MOT on X753 AKY expired on 4 Aug 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X753 AKY done?
X753 AKY was recorded at 109,495 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2022, an average of 4,933 miles a year.
Has X753 AKY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X753 AKY has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on X753 AKY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Jul 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X753 AKY find?
X753 AKY failed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2022 with 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: brake performance not tested; nearside front brake hose excessively deteriorated; nearside windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, and 8 more.

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