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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2015 · 999 cc

K88 YDLMOT history

K88 YDL is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 14 Aug 2015. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jul 2027 and it has passed 9 of 11 MOT tests, with 67,021 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

K88 YDL black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jul 2027
Mileage
67,021 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
11
9 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,995 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K88 YDL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
14 Aug 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K88 YDL was last recorded at 67,021 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 11,014 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
56,007 miles · 2 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
11,014 miles
Average per year
6,995 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 67,021 miles
  • 2025 – 56,007 miles
  • 2024 – 44,912 miles
  • 2023 – 37,209 miles
  • 2021 – 33,343 miles
  • 2020 – 26,691 miles
  • 2019 – 20,985 miles
  • 2018 – 14,092 miles
  • 2017 – 5,451 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,021 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryEngine cover/undertray fitted
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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 Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

11 tests since 18 Sept 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,021 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    67,021 miles
    Test number
    665247362676
    • AdvisoryEngine cover/undertray fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail67,021 miles (+11,014)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,021 miles
    Test number
    308171066200
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover/undertray fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass56,007 miles (+11,095)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    56,007 miles
    Test number
    161947882596
    • MinorParking brake lever pivot obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder engine and floor coverings fitted unable to fully inspect components or for potential corrosion damage and leaks
  4. Pass44,912 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    44,912 miles
    Test number
    214085543091
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Fail44,912 miles (+7,703)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,912 miles
    Test number
    858533837112
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Pass37,209 miles (+3,866)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    37,209 miles
    Test number
    854516823707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass33,343 miles (+6,652)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    33,343 miles
    Test number
    492001028598

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass26,691 miles (+5,706)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    26,691 miles
    Test number
    125446202978

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass20,985 miles (+6,893)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    20,985 miles
    Test number
    358653316477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass14,092 miles (+8,641)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    14,092 miles
    Test number
    141122106222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass5,451 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    5,451 miles
    Test number
    374951932951

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K88 YDL

Does K88 YDL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K88 YDL is valid until 9 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on K88 YDL?
The MOT on K88 YDL is valid until 9 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K88 YDL done?
K88 YDL was recorded at 67,021 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 6,995 miles a year.
Has K88 YDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K88 YDL has failed 2 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on K88 YDL 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 K88 YDL find?
K88 YDL passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: engine cover/undertray fitted; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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