The road tax status for R647 DBD is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for R647 DBD?

The MOT for R647 DBD is valid and due for renewal on or before 29 November 2024.

What is the recorded mileage of R647 DBD?

The recorded mileage for R647 DBD is 56,036 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is R647 DBD ULEZ compliant?

No, R647 DBD does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

1997 Volkswagen Polo 1.6L Petrol · R647 DBD

R647 DBD

1997 Volkswagen Polo (1.6L, petrol). First registered 30/09/1997. Recorded mileage 56,036 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN POLO
Year / Origin: 1997 · Reading
MOT Status: Valid until 29/11/2024
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 56,036 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

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Valid until 29/11/2024

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Mileage: 56,036 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1997
Engine: 1595cc

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R647 DBD Key Findings

4 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 30/11/2023
56,036 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
10 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring tyres items (11 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

! Tax Status Unknown

! Average MOT pass rate (50%)

! Older vehicle

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R647 DBD Mileage History

13/05/202256,034 mi
13/05/202256,034 mi
30/11/202356,036 mi+2 mi

Average of roughly 1 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.

R647 DBD MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 9 Sept 2026, 16:16

MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Volkswagen Polo (R647 DBD) between December 2021 and November 2023.

The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 30 November 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (11 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 32 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Rear fog lamp tell-tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (ii))”; “Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Speedometer clearly inoperative (7.8 (b) (ii))”.

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