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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2010 · 1,390 cc

N5 HJYMOT history

N5 HJY is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Jun 2010. Its MOT is valid until 2 Mar 2027 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 35,165 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2026.

N5 HJY grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Mar 2027
Mileage
35,165 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2026
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,011 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
N5 HJY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
30 Jun 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

N5 HJY was last recorded at 35,165 miles on 3 Mar 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
35,158 miles · 21 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
2,011 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 35,165 miles
  • 2025 – 34,869 miles
  • 2023 – 34,748 miles
  • 2022 – 32,364 miles
  • 2021 – 31,266 miles
  • 2020 – 30,483 miles
  • 2019 – 30,131 miles
  • 2018 – 26,136 miles
  • 2017 – 23,705 miles
  • 2016 – 19,365 miles
  • 2015 – 14,356 miles
  • 2014 – 12,178 miles
  • 2013 – 9,588 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass35,165 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexible joint cracked (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged Damage to outer sidewall due to being driven on whilst underinflated. **Advise new tyre** (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Rear exhaust silencer corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 13 Jun 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass35,165 miles (+7)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    35,165 miles
    Test number
    383703172282
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexible joint cracked (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged Damage to outer sidewall due to being driven on whilst underinflated. **Advise new tyre** (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear exhaust silencer corroded
  2. Fail35,158 miles (+289)3 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,158 miles
    Test number
    779736693452
    • MajorNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Gaitor not secured to steering rack (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexible joint cracked (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Signs of overheating (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged Damage to outer sidewall due to being driven on whilst underinflated. **Advise new tyre** (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear exhaust silencer corroded
  3. Pass34,869 miles (+121)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    34,869 miles
    Test number
    459423143461
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  4. Pass34,748 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    34,748 miles
    Test number
    182651936922
    • AdvisoryBack box is corroded too excess
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  5. Fail34,748 miles (+2,384)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,748 miles
    Test number
    431211662099
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBack box is corroded too excess
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  6. Pass32,364 miles (+1,098)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    32,364 miles
    Test number
    860745153151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass31,266 miles (+783)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    31,266 miles
    Test number
    952171458240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass30,483 miles (+352)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    30,483 miles
    Test number
    392094718490
    • AdvisoryOffside Parkbrake imbalance - O/S not as efficient
  9. Pass30,131 miles (+3,995)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    30,131 miles
    Test number
    163589126151
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  10. Pass26,136 miles (+2,431)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    26,136 miles
    Test number
    850839955882

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass23,705 miles (+4,340)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    23,705 miles
    Test number
    669971243803
    • AdvisoryBoth sides rear brake discs slightly corroded
  12. Pass19,365 miles (+5,009)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    19,365 miles
    Test number
    530474246142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass14,356 miles (+2,178)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    14,356 miles
    Test number
    716125755128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass12,178 miles (+2,590)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    12,178 miles
    Test number
    485905954162
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  15. Pass9,588 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    9,588 miles
    Test number
    836974363108
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about N5 HJY

Does N5 HJY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on N5 HJY is valid until 2 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on N5 HJY?
The MOT on N5 HJY is valid until 2 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has N5 HJY done?
N5 HJY was recorded at 35,165 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2026, an average of 2,011 miles a year.
Has N5 HJY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. N5 HJY has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on N5 HJY 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 N5 HJY find?
N5 HJY passed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: offside front windscreen wiper blade defective; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible joint cracked, and 4 more.

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