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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2000 · 1,598 cc

X785 OUAMOT history

X785 OUA is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 20 Dec 2000. Its MOT expired on 11 Feb 2023 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 119,432 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Feb 2022.

X785 OUA black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 11 Feb 2023
Mileage
119,432 mi
At MOT on 1 Feb 2022
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,338 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X785 OUA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
20 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
1 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

X785 OUA was last recorded at 119,432 miles on 1 Feb 2022, 3,000 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,432 miles · 12 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
3,000 miles
Average per year
4,338 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 119,432 miles
  • 2021 – 116,432 miles
  • 2020 – 114,437 miles
  • 2016 – 114,430 miles
  • 2015 – 108,956 miles
  • 2014 – 100,994 miles
  • 2013 – 88,177 miles
  • 2012 – 82,777 miles
  • 2011 – 75,819 miles
  • 2010 – 72,992 miles
  • 2008 – 67,942 miles
  • 2007 – 59,260 miles
  • 2006 – 54,705 miles
  • 2005 – 49,249 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,432 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass119,432 miles (+3,000)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    119,432 miles
    Test number
    253979416983

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass116,432 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    116,432 miles
    Test number
    719361933301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail116,425 miles (+1,988)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,425 miles
    Test number
    457279360405
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass114,437 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    114,437 miles
    Test number
    754291233644
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail114,432 miles (+2)2 dangerous3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,432 miles
    Test number
    552636771156
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorDriver's airbag missing (7.1.5 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass114,430 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    114,430 miles
    Test number
    447559848679

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail114,423 miles (+5,467)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,423 miles
    Test number
    995106918132
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  8. Pass108,956 miles (+7,962)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    108,956 miles
    Test number
    207985485466
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteBOTH FRONT TYRES SPLIT ON SIDEWALLS NO CORDS SHOWING

  9. Pass100,994 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    100,994 miles
    Test number
    607382164173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail100,987 miles (+12,810)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,987 miles
    Test number
    706878954167
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

  11. Pass88,177 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    88,177 miles
    Test number
    869406053144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail88,152 miles (+5,375)1 dangerous3 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,152 miles
    Test number
    388004023190
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside rear brake disc pitted & corroded on inner surface
    • NoteOffside rear tyre under inflated
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside rear brake disc pitted & corrode on inner & outer surfaces

  13. Pass82,777 miles (+6,958)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    82,777 miles
    Test number
    347224912154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail75,819 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,819 miles
    Test number
    278313401478
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  15. Pass75,819 miles (+2,827)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    75,819 miles
    Test number
    407113201171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass72,992 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    72,992 miles
    Test number
    420215080013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail72,986 miles (+5,044)1 dangerous4 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,986 miles
    Test number
    551084180042
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureFront Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass67,942 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    67,942 miles
    Test number
    300427658418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail67,938 miles (+8,678)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,938 miles
    Test number
    543165858216
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail59,260 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,260 miles
    Test number
    300072937401
    • Repaired at testOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  21. Pass59,260 miles (+4,555)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    59,260 miles
    Test number
    902712537217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass54,705 miles (+5,456)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    54,705 miles
    Test number
    303138326328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass49,249 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    49,249 miles
    Test number
    920422535389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X785 OUA

Does X785 OUA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X785 OUA expired on 11 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X785 OUA?
The MOT on X785 OUA expired on 11 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X785 OUA done?
X785 OUA was recorded at 119,432 miles at its MOT on 1 Feb 2022, an average of 4,338 miles a year.
Has X785 OUA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X785 OUA has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on X785 OUA 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 X785 OUA find?
X785 OUA passed its latest MOT on 1 Feb 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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