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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,422 cc

T11 YLMMOT history

T11 YLM is a silver diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Dec 2008. Its MOT expired on 29 May 2026 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 126,227 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 29 May 2026
Mileage
126,227 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2025
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,217 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T11 YLM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,422 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Dec 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 May 2026
Latest MOT test
15 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T11 YLM was last recorded at 126,227 miles on 15 May 2025, 3,168 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,059 miles · 28 May 2024
Between the last two tests
3,168 miles
Average per year
7,217 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 126,227 miles
  • 2024 – 123,059 miles
  • 2023 – 118,284 miles
  • 2022 – 108,240 miles
  • 2021 – 93,563 miles
  • 2019 – 85,342 miles
  • 2018 – 79,921 miles
  • 2017 – 71,521 miles
  • 2016 – 64,970 miles
  • 2015 – 58,584 miles
  • 2014 – 49,891 miles
  • 2013 – 42,955 miles
  • 2012 – 36,242 miles
  • 2011 – 29,374 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,227 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear axle slight corrosion

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 13 Dec 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,227 miles (+3,168)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2026
    Odometer
    126,227 miles
    Test number
    170889845703

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass123,059 miles (+4,775)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2025
    Odometer
    123,059 miles
    Test number
    260049864678

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass118,284 miles (+10,044)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2024
    Odometer
    118,284 miles
    Test number
    396341169174
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear axle slight corrosion

  4. Pass108,240 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2023
    Odometer
    108,240 miles
    Test number
    249175013202
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBack box exhaust outer skin deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear axle slight corrosion

  5. Fail108,240 miles (+14,677)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,240 miles
    Test number
    603151470027
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBack box exhaust outer skin deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear axle slight corrosion

  6. Pass93,563 miles (+8,221)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    93,563 miles
    Test number
    833868484275
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear axle slight corrosion

  7. Pass85,342 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    85,342 miles
    Test number
    922438323136
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear axle has slight corrosion

  8. Fail85,342 miles (+5,421)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,342 miles
    Test number
    164475975886
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear axle has slight corrosion

  9. Pass79,921 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    79,921 miles
    Test number
    142856932501
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail79,921 miles (+8,400)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,921 miles
    Test number
    165657639574
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass71,521 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    71,521 miles
    Test number
    996815030757

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail71,521 miles (+6,551)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,521 miles
    Test number
    286260866518
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass64,970 miles (+6,386)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    64,970 miles
    Test number
    292152844867
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass58,584 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    58,584 miles
    Test number
    908340135960
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated

  15. Fail58,584 miles (+8,693)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,584 miles
    Test number
    934652303809
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated

  16. Pass49,891 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    49,891 miles
    Test number
    458830254342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail49,891 miles (+6,936)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,891 miles
    Test number
    895330554358
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass42,955 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    42,955 miles
    Test number
    377057743351
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail42,955 miles (+6,713)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,955 miles
    Test number
    339716943380
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass36,242 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    36,242 miles
    Test number
    838861142355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail36,242 miles (+6,868)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,242 miles
    Test number
    746661742328
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  22. Pass29,374 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    29,374 miles
    Test number
    736797741313
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about T11 YLM

Does T11 YLM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T11 YLM expired on 29 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T11 YLM?
The MOT on T11 YLM expired on 29 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T11 YLM done?
T11 YLM was recorded at 126,227 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2025, an average of 7,217 miles a year.
Has T11 YLM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T11 YLM has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 30 May 2022.
Has the mileage on T11 YLM 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 T11 YLM find?
T11 YLM passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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