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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,598 cc

X805 BBCMOT history

X805 BBC is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 15 Dec 2000. Its MOT expired on 17 Feb 2024 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 104,280 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2024.

X805 BBC silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 17 Feb 2024
Mileage
104,280 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2024
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,377 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X805 BBC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
15 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

X805 BBC was last recorded at 104,280 miles on 17 Jul 2024, 6,213 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,067 miles · 14 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
6,213 miles
Average per year
4,377 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 104,280 miles
  • 2023 – 98,067 miles
  • 2022 – 93,572 miles
  • 2021 – 88,328 miles
  • 2020 – 86,126 miles
  • 2018 – 78,336 miles
  • 2017 – 73,890 miles
  • 2016 – 68,685 miles
  • 2015 – 64,270 miles
  • 2014 – 59,838 miles
  • 2013 – 54,630 miles
  • 2012 – 48,107 miles
  • 2011 – 45,300 miles
  • 2010 – 42,317 miles
  • 2009 – 39,278 miles
  • 2008 – 35,285 miles
  • 2007 – 31,454 miles
  • 2006 – 27,528 miles
  • 2005 – 22,678 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail104,280 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 195 45 15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements non reflective (0.1 (d))
  • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor to sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements non reflective (0.1 (d))
  • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 Front Brake hose slightly chafed

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

31 tests since 25 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail104,280 miles (+6,213)2 dangerous18 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,280 miles
    Test number
    337181383292
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 195 45 15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements non reflective (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor to sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements non reflective (0.1 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass98,067 miles (+4,495)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    98,067 miles
    Test number
    960283732433
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive REAR AXLE (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass93,572 miles (+102)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    93,572 miles
    Test number
    910658220319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail93,470 miles (+5,142)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,470 miles
    Test number
    424515644236
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

  5. Pass88,328 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    88,328 miles
    Test number
    415595844274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail88,324 miles (+2,198)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,324 miles
    Test number
    735868693645
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass86,126 miles (+18)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    86,126 miles
    Test number
    915744238153
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail86,108 miles (+7,772)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,108 miles
    Test number
    475758926827
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass78,336 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    78,336 miles
    Test number
    837115122608
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail78,336 miles (+4,446)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,336 miles
    Test number
    450719491826
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass73,890 miles (+5,205)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    73,890 miles
    Test number
    667545255793

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass68,685 miles (+107)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    68,685 miles
    Test number
    608610445910
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement bottom arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail68,578 miles (+4,308)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,578 miles
    Test number
    609980012256
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded front flexi hose (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp insecure pushed up inside bumper (1.1.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust silencer outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust support bracket broken off exhaust pipe, but exhaust is adequately supported
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated flexi hose (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing inner and outer edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated flexi hose (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing inner and outer edges (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass64,270 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    64,270 miles
    Test number
    561730511160
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail64,270 miles (+4,432)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,270 miles
    Test number
    924183948538
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass59,838 miles (+227)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    59,838 miles
    Test number
    365216424348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail59,611 miles (+4,981)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,611 miles
    Test number
    228082614375
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFuel tank strap slightly corroded

  18. Pass54,630 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    54,630 miles
    Test number
    157331233352
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Fail54,630 miles (+6,523)2 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,630 miles
    Test number
    459011133474
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass48,107 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    48,107 miles
    Test number
    769606322362
    • NoteO/s n/s rear tyres uneven wear

  21. Fail48,107 miles (+2,807)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,107 miles
    Test number
    649196222348
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteO/s n/s rear tyres uneven wear

  22. Pass45,300 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    45,300 miles
    Test number
    777863761329
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  23. Fail45,300 miles (+2,983)1 failure1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,300 miles
    Test number
    188483561383
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  24. Pass42,317 miles (+3,039)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    42,317 miles
    Test number
    494661850496
    • NoteRear tyres hoppy wear on inner edges

  25. Pass39,278 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    39,278 miles
    Test number
    441072459323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail39,278 miles (+3,993)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,278 miles
    Test number
    694842659355
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass35,285 miles (+3,831)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    35,285 miles
    Test number
    161565048389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass31,454 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    31,454 miles
    Test number
    450607247445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail31,454 miles (+3,926)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,454 miles
    Test number
    802347747323
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  30. Pass27,528 miles (+4,850)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    27,528 miles
    Test number
    983802866341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass22,678 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    22,678 miles
    Test number
    581829225394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X805 BBC

Does X805 BBC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X805 BBC expired on 17 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X805 BBC?
The MOT on X805 BBC expired on 17 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X805 BBC done?
X805 BBC was recorded at 104,280 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2024, an average of 4,377 miles a year.
Has X805 BBC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X805 BBC has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on X805 BBC 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 X805 BBC find?
X805 BBC failed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2024 with 2 dangerous defects, 18 major defects and 2 advisories: nearside front tyre has ply or cords exposed 195 45 15; offside front tyre has ply or cords exposed; anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault, and 19 more.

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