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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,390 cc

X783 BDYMOT history

X783 BDY is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 27 Nov 2000. Its MOT expired on 11 May 2024 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 88,863 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 May 2023.

X783 BDY silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 11 May 2024
Mileage
88,863 mi
At MOT on 9 May 2023
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,021 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X783 BDY
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
27 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 May 2024
Latest MOT test
9 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

X783 BDY was last recorded at 88,863 miles on 9 May 2023, 1,123 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,740 miles · 12 May 2022
Between the last two tests
1,123 miles
Average per year
4,021 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 88,863 miles
  • 2022 – 87,740 miles
  • 2021 – 84,042 miles
  • 2019 – 76,946 miles
  • 2018 – 70,861 miles
  • 2017 – 56,651 miles
  • 2016 – 46,438 miles
  • 2015 – 45,261 miles
  • 2014 – 44,462 miles
  • 2013 – 43,348 miles
  • 2012 – 41,870 miles
  • 2011 – 40,847 miles
  • 2010 – 38,028 miles
  • 2009 – 35,992 miles
  • 2008 – 33,949 miles
  • 2007 – 29,078 miles
  • 2006 – 21,868 miles
  • 2005 – 18,596 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,863 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront discs corroded
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryAll underbody and components corroded

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.

  • Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Tail silencer corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • All suspension components corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

28 tests since 16 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,863 miles (+1,123)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2024
    Odometer
    88,863 miles
    Test number
    467944628659
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront discs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll underbody and components corroded

  2. Pass87,740 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2023
    Odometer
    87,740 miles
    Test number
    721183989291
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear subframe and components slightly corroded.
    • AdvisoryFront discs slightly corroded.

  3. Fail87,739 miles (+3,697)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,739 miles
    Test number
    347094685792
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear subframe and components slightly corroded.
    • AdvisoryFront discs slightly corroded.

  4. Pass84,042 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    84,042 miles
    Test number
    798276769652
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  5. Fail84,042 miles (+7,096)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,042 miles
    Test number
    673126345683
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  6. Pass76,946 miles (+6,085)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    76,946 miles
    Test number
    298121871762
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass70,861 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    70,861 miles
    Test number
    355924386371
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (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))
    • AdvisoryTail silencer corroded

  8. Fail70,861 miles (+14,210)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,861 miles
    Test number
    773749963140
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both fronts (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. Space saver fitted (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (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))
    • AdvisoryTail silencer corroded

  9. Pass56,651 miles (+10,213)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    56,651 miles
    Test number
    669751323419
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass46,438 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    46,438 miles
    Test number
    938966725593
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre perished

  11. Fail46,438 miles (+1,177)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,438 miles
    Test number
    248382630271
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSpeedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre perished

  12. Pass45,261 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    45,261 miles
    Test number
    176247601033
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished
    • AdvisoryFront suspension components corroded

  13. Fail45,261 miles (+799)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,261 miles
    Test number
    851923679602
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished
    • AdvisoryFront suspension components corroded

  14. Pass44,462 miles (+1,114)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    44,462 miles
    Test number
    409518314344
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on edges
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished
    • NoteSuspension components corroded

  15. Pass43,348 miles (+1,478)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    43,348 miles
    Test number
    816277413331
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on outer edges
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished
    • NoteSuspension components corroded

  16. Pass41,870 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    41,870 miles
    Test number
    417166502404
    • NoteNearside rear tyre starting to perish
    • NoteOffside rear tyre is starting to perish

  17. Fail41,870 miles (+1,023)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,870 miles
    Test number
    527015202329
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre starting to perish
    • NoteOffside rear tyre is starting to perish

  18. Fail40,847 miles1 repaired3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,847 miles
    Test number
    448849111310
    • Repaired at testOffside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished/cracked
    • NoteNo suppliers name on number plates
    • NoteNs sill damaged

  19. Pass40,847 miles (+2,819)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    40,847 miles
    Test number
    929779311345
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished/cracked
    • NoteNo suppliers name on number plates
    • NoteNs sill damaged

  20. Pass38,028 miles (+2,036)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    38,028 miles
    Test number
    402862010465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass35,992 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    35,992 miles
    Test number
    792895619314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail35,991 miles (+2,042)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,991 miles
    Test number
    740073219357
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Pass33,949 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    33,949 miles
    Test number
    941886228369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail33,949 miles (+4,871)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,949 miles
    Test number
    354486628392
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Pass29,078 miles (+7,210)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    29,078 miles
    Test number
    421353527426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass21,868 miles (+3,272)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    21,868 miles
    Test number
    181692716399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass18,596 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    18,596 miles
    Test number
    861390825301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail18,596 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,596 miles
    Test number
    881460825392
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (hotspot centre above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.C1)

Questions about X783 BDY

Does X783 BDY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X783 BDY expired on 11 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X783 BDY?
The MOT on X783 BDY expired on 11 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X783 BDY done?
X783 BDY was recorded at 88,863 miles at its MOT on 9 May 2023, an average of 4,021 miles a year.
Has X783 BDY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X783 BDY has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2022.
Has the mileage on X783 BDY 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 X783 BDY find?
X783 BDY passed its latest MOT on 9 May 2023 with 6 advisories: front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both; front discs corroded, and 3 more.

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