VOLKSWAGEN SW59FXP MOT History, Tax Status & Mileage

infoGeneral Information

Make	VOLKSWAGEN
Model	POLO
Colour	BLACK
Year of manufacture	2010
Fuel type	PETROL
Wheelplan	2 AXLE RIGID BODY
First registration	01 Jan 2010
Vehicle age	16 years
Type approval	M1
Date of last V5C issued	03 May 2022
Marked for export	No
Ownership stability	Medium-term ownership
Estimated current ownership	4.2 years

local_gas_stationEngine & Fuel Consumption

Engine capacity	1,198 cc
Fuel type	PETROL
CO₂ emissions (official)	128 g/km
Fuel efficiency (est.)	~54 MPG
Environmental rating	7/10
ULEZ & Environmental Compliance	Likely Non-Compliant
Est. annual fuel cost	~£1,082

assignment_turned_inVehicle Status, Tax & MOT

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✓ Taxed Tax due: 01 Apr 2027

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✓ MOT Valid Expires: 15 Mar 2027

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ULEZ: Likely Non-Compliant Euro standard: Unknown

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✓ Not Marked for Export Registration: SW59FXP

MOT Expires In

237

days (15 Mar 2027)

Tax Expires In

254

days (01 Apr 2027)

Registration	SW59FXP
MOT status	✓ Valid
MOT expiry date	15 Mar 2027
MOT days remaining	237 days
Tax status	Taxed
Tax due date	01 Apr 2027
Tax days remaining	254 days
V5C last issued	03 May 2022
Marked for export	No
ULEZ compliance	Likely Non-Compliant
Estimated next MOT outcome	Likely to Require Attention
Service reminder	2080 miles in ~3 months

psychologyAI & Advanced Insights

AI Buyer Risk Indicator	cancelHigh Risk — Caution Recommended
Smart Buyer Recommendation	Poor MOT history with multiple failures or dangerous defects. Factor in significant repair costs, or avoid entirely.
Vehicle Condition Rating	Very Poor
Vehicle Reliability Rating	0.1 / 10
MOT Failure Risk Prediction	95% (High Risk)
Estimated Next MOT Outcome	Likely to Require Attention
Pass / Fail Trend	Stable
vs. Class Average (72% pass rate)	Near class average
MOT History Score	0/100
Overall Vehicle Risk Score	83/100 — High Risk
Data Confidence Score	95%
Vehicle Transparency Score	100/100
Vehicle Usage Pattern	Standard
Est. Running & Maintenance Cost	~£1,902 / year
Est. Annual Fuel Cost	~£1,082
Est. Annual Maintenance Cost	~£820
Future Repair & Defect Prediction	Lighting / Electrical
Taxi / Commercial Use Risk	✓ No taxi use detected
Long-Term Owner Indicator	✓ Long-term ownership
Est. Remaining Lifetime	~4.9 years (at current mileage rate)

summarizeAI Vehicle Summary

AI-Generated Summary VOLKSWAGEN POLO (2010), BLACK, PETROL, 1,198cc. Has completed 24 MOT tests, with a 58% pass rate (14 passed, 10 failed). Recorded 109,638 miles, averaging 8,320 miles/yr. 3 dangerous defects recorded across all tests. 88 advisory items recorded. Vehicle health score: 1/100 (Very Poor). Poor MOT history with multiple failures or dangerous defects. Factor in significant repair costs, or avoid entirely.

historyMOT History Summary

MOT expiry date	2027-03-15
MOT pass rate	58%
Tests passed	14
Tests failed	10
Dangerous defects (total)	3
Major defects (total)	32
Minor defects (total)	9
Advisory items (total)	88
Pass / Fail trend	Stable
vs. UK class average	Near class average

fact_checkFull MOT History (24 Tests)

MOT #24 2026-03-11 10:04

Test number: 295840904584

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 15 Mar 2027

Odometer: 109,638 MI

Items: 5

Minor Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
Advisory Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill corroded through (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Advisory Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill corroded through (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Advisory Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Advisory Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £1,220 – £6,150

MOT #23 2026-03-04 13:08

Test number: 310916548115

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 109,608 MI

Items: 6

Major Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
Minor Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
Advisory Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill corroded through (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Advisory Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill corroded through (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Advisory Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Advisory Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £1,320 – £6,550

MOT #22 2025-03-11 12:23

Test number: 978008307358

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 15 Mar 2026

Odometer: 107,802 MI

Items: 6

Minor Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
Advisory Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Advisory Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both Sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Advisory Front Service brake binding but not excessively Both Fronts (1.2.1 (f))
Advisory Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Rears Along Rear Axle (1.1.11 (c))
Advisory Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £550 – £2,800

MOT #21 2025-03-11 09:27

Test number: 614083970062

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 107,802 MI

Items: 7

Major Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both Fronts (3.4 (b) (ii))
Minor Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
Advisory Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Advisory Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both Sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Advisory Front Service brake binding but not excessively Both Fronts (1.2.1 (f))
Advisory Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Rears Along Rear Axle (1.1.11 (c))
Advisory Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £650 – £3,200

MOT #20 2024-03-06 10:50

Test number: 418894948980

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 15 Mar 2025

Odometer: 105,866 MI

Items: 10

Advisory Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Minor Offside Rear All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
Advisory Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Advisory Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very close to limit badly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Advisory Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Advisory Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Advisory Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £580 – £2,260

MOT #19 2023-03-13 12:09

Test number: 902837467295

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 15 Mar 2024

Odometer: 103,420 MI

Items: 5

Advisory Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Advisory Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle beam near bushes (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Advisory Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle beam mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Advisory Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £510 – £1,550

MOT #18 2023-03-10 12:22

Test number: 123596505192

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 103,412 MI

Items: 15

Advisory Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Advisory Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Major Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle beam near bushes (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Advisory Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle beam mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Advisory Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Advisory Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Advisory Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Major Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
Major Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Major Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Major Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Major Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Major Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £1,520 – £4,700

MOT #17 2022-03-11 17:15

Test number: 795670183617

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 15 Mar 2023

Odometer: 100,425 MI

Items: 14

Advisory Nearside Front passenger seat worn in frame
Advisory Offside Front driver seat worn in frame
Advisory Offside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
Advisory Offside Front Upper Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
Advisory Nearside Front Upper Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
Advisory Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Minor Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scratched from previous wiper (3.2 (a) (i))
Advisory Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Advisory Offside Front Body panel slightly loose wing corroded (6.2.1 (a) (i))
Advisory Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
Minor Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
Advisory Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £1,200 – £7,400

MOT #16 2022-03-02 12:42

Test number: 741810683295

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 100,263 MI

Items: 28

Advisory Nearside Front passenger seat worn in frame
Advisory Offside Front driver seat worn in frame
Major Offside Front Driver's door catch insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))
Advisory Offside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
Advisory Offside Front Upper Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
Advisory Nearside Front Upper Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
Major Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
Advisory Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Major Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Major Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
Minor Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scratched from previous wiper (3.2 (a) (i))
Major Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
Major Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
Advisory Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))
Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))
Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))
Advisory Nearside Rear Nail in tyre 185/60/15 STRONG ADVISE
Major Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
Major Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
Major Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Major Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Major Nearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
Major Offside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
Major Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory Offside Front Body panel slightly loose wing corroded (6.2.1 (a) (i))
Advisory Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £2,260 – £11,170

MOT #15 2021-03-15 12:50

Test number: 837855332800

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 15 Mar 2022

Odometer: 89,802 MI

Items: 3

Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Advisory Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly cracked along tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £270 – £760

MOT #14 2021-03-13 14:12

Test number: 149150655569

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 89,802 MI

Items: 5

Major Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust back box (6.1.2 (a))
Major Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Advisory Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly cracked along tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £410 – £1,310

MOT #13 2020-03-16 16:22

Test number: 116596487081

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 15 Mar 2021

Odometer: 87,635 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

MOT #12 2020-03-16 15:25

Test number: 533309909281

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 87,635 MI

Items: 7

Major Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
Major Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Major Parking brake lever inoperative (1.1.6 (d))
Major Parking brake lever inoperative (1.1.6 (d))
Minor Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
Major Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
Dangerous Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £620 – £3,430

MOT #11 2018-11-12 16:39

Test number: 463497891151

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 12 Nov 2019

Odometer: 75,188 MI

Items: 2

Advisory Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Advisory Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £200 – £600

MOT #10 2018-11-12 14:52

Test number: 485409923589

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 75,188 MI

Items: 7

Major Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Major Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Major Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
Dangerous Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
Dangerous Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Advisory Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Advisory Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £480 – £1,710

MOT #9 2017-11-13 16:18

Test number: 744565659090

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 12 Nov 2018

Odometer: 65,989 MI

Items: 1

Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing On Edges (4.1.E.1)

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £60 – £180

MOT #8 2017-11-13 13:40

Test number: 838105321175

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 65,989 MI

Items: 4

Fail Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing On Edges (4.1.E.1)
Fail Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Flexi Exhaust (7.1.2)
Fail Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £320 – £1,230

MOT #7 2016-10-31 16:33

Test number: 636980632823

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 12 Nov 2017

Odometer: 55,513 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

MOT #6 2015-10-20 16:38

Test number: 628370176501

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 12 Nov 2016

Odometer: 49,113 MI

Items: 5

Advisory windscreen scratched in swept areas
Advisory both front tyres bald at edges and on 2mm
Advisory o/s/r wheel inner rim has a dent
Advisory dampness at n/s/r shocker
Advisory n/s/r brake has a slight bind

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £310 – £1,480

MOT #5 2015-10-20 15:04

Test number: 299076810929

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 49,112 MI

Items: 9

Fail Rear registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)
Fail Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Fail Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Fail Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Advisory windscreen scratched in swept areas
Advisory both front tyres bald at edges and on 2mm
Advisory o/s/r wheel inner rim has a dent
Advisory dampness at n/s/r shocker
Advisory n/s/r brake has a slight bind

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £610 – £2,880

MOT #4 2014-11-04 11:03

Test number: 437458404337

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 12 Nov 2015

Odometer: 40,165 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

MOT #3 2013-11-13 16:18

Test number: 549407313312

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 12 Nov 2014

Odometer: 32,081 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

MOT #2 2013-11-12 12:09

Test number: 116926013353

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 32,079 MI

Items: 1

Fail Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £60 – £180

MOT #1 2013-01-05 10:45

Test number: 406745203010

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 15 Jan 2014

Odometer: 22,456 MI

Items: 1

Advisory Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £50 – £300

speedMileage Check

Odometer unit	miles
Mileage registrations	24
First registration	2013-01-05
Last registration	2026-03-11
Latest reading	109,638 miles
Annual avg (est.)	8,320 mi/yr
vs UK average	Above average
% of UK avg	117%
Mileage growth trend	Decreasing use
Wear level	76% — Very High Wear
Odometer consistency	✓ Consistent

Registration #1	2013-01-05	22,456 miles
Registration #2	2013-11-12	32,079 miles
Registration #3	2013-11-13	32,081 miles
Registration #4	2014-11-04	40,165 miles
Registration #5	2015-10-20	49,112 miles
Registration #6	2015-10-20	49,113 miles
Registration #7	2016-10-31	55,513 miles
Registration #8	2017-11-13	65,989 miles
Registration #9	2017-11-13	65,989 miles
Registration #10	2018-11-12	75,188 miles
Registration #11	2018-11-12	75,188 miles
Registration #12	2020-03-16	87,635 miles
Registration #13	2020-03-16	87,635 miles
Registration #14	2021-03-13	89,802 miles
Registration #15	2021-03-15	89,802 miles
Registration #16	2022-03-02	100,263 miles
Registration #17	2022-03-11	100,425 miles
Registration #18	2023-03-10	103,412 miles
Registration #19	2023-03-13	103,420 miles
Registration #20	2024-03-06	105,866 miles
Registration #21	2025-03-11	107,802 miles
Registration #22	2025-03-11	107,802 miles
Registration #23	2026-03-04	109,608 miles
Registration #24	2026-03-11	109,638 miles

infoMileage shows a consistent upward trend — no anomalies suggesting odometer tampering.

list_altMost Common Defects & Advisories

⚠ Top Defects (Failures)
Handbrake	×5
Windscreen	×4
Headlight	×4
Suspension	×4
Ball Joint	×2
ℹ Top Advisories
Tyres	×13
Structural Repair	×10
Coil Spring	×8
Suspension	×8
Brake Pipes	×7

handymanAI Maintenance Suggestions

arrow_forwardInspect brake pads, discs and calipers — recurring brake-related items noted.
arrow_forwardCheck tyre tread depth and condition; replacement may be needed.
arrow_forwardSuspension components (bushes, shocks, ball joints) should be inspected.
arrow_forwardCorrosion noted — inspect underbody, sills, and structural areas.
arrow_forwardAt 16 years old, a full service including timing belt/chain check is recommended.
arrow_forwardHigh mileage vehicle — check coolant system, gearbox oil, and driveshaft boots.

checklistMOT Preparation Advice

arrow_forwardHave brakes checked by a mechanic before the MOT.
arrow_forwardCheck tyre tread (min 1.6mm) and tyre pressures.
arrow_forwardCheck suspension and steering for play or noise.
arrow_forwardEnsure all lights are working (headlights, brake lights, indicators).
arrow_forwardCheck windscreen wipers and washer fluid.
arrow_forwardCheck for underbody corrosion on sills and chassis.

build_circleEstimated Repair Costs by Defect Severity

dangerous

Dangerous Defects

£180 – £510

3 defects found

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Major Defects

£2,690 – £11,200

32 defects found

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Minor Defects

£460 – £2,130

9 items found

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Advisory Items

£9,200 – £43,070

88 items noted

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All-Time Total Est.

£13,200 – £59,840

Across all MOT tests

today

Latest MOT Est.

£1,220 – £6,150

Most recent test

info Cost estimates are indicative based on UK average repair prices for each defect type. Actual costs may vary by region, vehicle age, and garage. Always obtain multiple quotes.

trending_downEstimated Market Value & Depreciation

Est. Market Value

£500

Based on age, mileage & condition

Annual Depreciation

£68

~14% per year

Running Cost / yr

£1,902

Fuel + maintenance est.

Vehicle Age

years old

info Disclaimer: This valuation is an algorithmic estimate based on public DVLA/DVSA data (age, mileage, and MOT history). It does not account for specific trim levels, optional extras, physical condition, or service history. Always conduct your own market research before buying or selling a vehicle.