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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

X79 DPNMOT history

X79 DPN is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Dec 2001. Its MOT expired on 8 Oct 2023 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 84,593 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Sept 2022.

X79 DPN silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 8 Oct 2023
Mileage
84,593 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2022
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,568 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X79 DPN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
31 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

X79 DPN was last recorded at 84,593 miles on 28 Sept 2022, 333 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,260 miles · 4 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
333 miles
Average per year
2,568 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 84,593 miles
  • 2021 – 84,260 miles
  • 2020 – 84,205 miles
  • 2019 – 83,055 miles
  • 2018 – 80,335 miles
  • 2017 – 77,024 miles
  • 2016 – 72,691 miles
  • 2015 – 68,023 miles
  • 2014 – 62,853 miles
  • 2013 – 57,567 miles
  • 2012 – 53,023 miles
  • 2011 – 48,584 miles
  • 2010 – 46,550 miles
  • 2009 – 45,794 miles
  • 2008 – 45,023 miles
  • 2007 – 44,012 miles
  • 2006 – 42,058 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,593 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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 Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 7 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,593 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    84,593 miles
    Test number
    823359705998
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  2. Fail84,593 miles (+333)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,593 miles
    Test number
    426343566575
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  3. Pass84,260 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    84,260 miles
    Test number
    646452332014
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Fail84,260 miles (+55)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,260 miles
    Test number
    773000551338
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Pass84,205 miles (+1,150)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    84,205 miles
    Test number
    757826193356
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Pass83,055 miles (+2,720)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    83,055 miles
    Test number
    521881427545
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Pass80,335 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    80,335 miles
    Test number
    739872880990
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Fail80,335 miles (+3,311)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,335 miles
    Test number
    951973241133
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass77,024 miles (+4,333)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    77,024 miles
    Test number
    774520267024
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryEml light on
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust outer skin corroded

  10. Pass72,691 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    72,691 miles
    Test number
    635055000822
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (1.7.5a)

  11. Fail72,961 miles (+4,938)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,961 miles
    Test number
    564357234438
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (1.7.5a)

  12. Pass68,023 miles (+5,170)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    68,023 miles
    Test number
    758358955038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass62,853 miles (+5,286)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    62,853 miles
    Test number
    115737854416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass57,567 miles (+4,544)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    57,567 miles
    Test number
    318100773086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass53,023 miles (+4,439)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    53,023 miles
    Test number
    516779162013
    • NoteStrong advice offside front tyre edge very close to legal limit

  16. Pass48,584 miles (+2,034)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    48,584 miles
    Test number
    296343571055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass46,550 miles (+756)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    46,550 miles
    Test number
    110218660429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail45,794 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,794 miles
    Test number
    400196869069
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on outer shoulder

  19. Pass45,794 miles (+771)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    45,794 miles
    Test number
    541176469007
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on outer shoulder

  20. Fail45,023 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,023 miles
    Test number
    170536368063
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  21. Pass45,023 miles (+1,011)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    45,023 miles
    Test number
    531356868025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass44,012 miles (+1,954)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    44,012 miles
    Test number
    801285567042
    • NoteOffside rear tyre approaching wear limit 2mm

  23. Pass42,058 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    42,058 miles
    Test number
    504756766073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X79 DPN

Does X79 DPN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X79 DPN expired on 8 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X79 DPN?
The MOT on X79 DPN expired on 8 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X79 DPN done?
X79 DPN was recorded at 84,593 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2022, an average of 2,568 miles a year.
Has X79 DPN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X79 DPN has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on X79 DPN 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 X79 DPN find?
X79 DPN passed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2022 with 2 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear road wheel slightly distorted.

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