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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,390 cc

FA02 YWFMOT history

FA02 YWF is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 9 Aug 2002. Its MOT expired on 2 Dec 2025 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 68,697 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Dec 2025
Mileage
68,697 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2024
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,112 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
FA02 YWF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
9 Aug 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

FA02 YWF was last recorded at 68,697 miles on 3 Dec 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Nov 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Nov 2016: 57,877 miles, lower than 103,232 miles on 23 Nov 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
68,697 miles · 22 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,112 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 68,697 miles
  • 2021 – 66,724 miles
  • 2020 – 65,833 miles
  • 2019 – 64,180 miles
  • 2018 – 61,765 miles
  • 2017 – 59,647 miles
  • 2016 – 57,877 miles
  • 2015 – 103,232 miles
  • 2014 – 53,695 miles
  • 2013 – 48,702 miles
  • 2012 – 43,858 miles
  • 2011 – 39,818 miles
  • 2010 – 34,623 miles
  • 2009 – 29,159 miles
  • 2008 – 22,671 miles
  • 2007 – 16,137 miles
  • 2006 – 11,688 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,697 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken

    Major2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

26 tests since 9 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,697 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    68,697 miles
    Test number
    666462865120
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail68,697 miles (+1,973)1 dangerous5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,697 miles
    Test number
    556209695298
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass66,724 miles (+891)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    66,724 miles
    Test number
    589352423544

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass65,833 miles (+1,653)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    65,833 miles
    Test number
    637998890155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass64,180 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    64,180 miles
    Test number
    983625026452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail64,179 miles (+17)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,179 miles
    Test number
    958180456961
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail64,162 miles (+2,397)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,162 miles
    Test number
    326524608439
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear wishbone. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  8. Pass61,765 miles (+2,118)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    61,765 miles
    Test number
    643901052950

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass59,647 miles (+1,770)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    59,647 miles
    Test number
    352670158238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass57,877 miles (-45,355)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    57,877 miles
    Test number
    650898035161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass103,232 miles (+46,996)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    103,232 miles
    Test number
    376335370546

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail56,236 miles (+2,541)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,236 miles
    Test number
    457777401466
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  13. Pass53,695 miles (+4,993)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    53,695 miles
    Test number
    766804514351
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine management light on

  14. Pass48,702 miles (+4,844)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    48,702 miles
    Test number
    406371403312
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass43,858 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    43,858 miles
    Test number
    159336002339
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine light on

  16. Fail43,858 miles (+4,040)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,858 miles
    Test number
    429116902350
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine light on

  17. Pass39,818 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    39,818 miles
    Test number
    348240521313
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine light on
    • NoteFront discs worn

  18. Fail39,812 miles (+5,189)2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,812 miles
    Test number
    289200121306
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine light on
    • NoteFront discs worn

  19. Pass34,623 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    34,623 miles
    Test number
    412425000455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail34,623 miles (+5,464)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,623 miles
    Test number
    370745100348
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  21. Pass29,159 miles (+3)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    29,159 miles
    Test number
    974731019339
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Fail29,156 miles (+6,485)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,156 miles
    Test number
    592910519308
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Pass22,671 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    22,671 miles
    Test number
    450161368242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail22,671 miles (+6,534)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,671 miles
    Test number
    870191868224
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  25. Pass16,137 miles (+4,449)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    16,137 miles
    Test number
    911685327248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass11,688 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    11,688 miles
    Test number
    402771026281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about FA02 YWF

Does FA02 YWF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on FA02 YWF expired on 2 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on FA02 YWF?
The MOT on FA02 YWF expired on 2 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has FA02 YWF done?
FA02 YWF was recorded at 68,697 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2024, an average of 3,112 miles a year.
Has FA02 YWF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. FA02 YWF has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on FA02 YWF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Nov 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on FA02 YWF find?
FA02 YWF passed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2024 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed, and 3 more.

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