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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Diesel · 2015 · 1,422 cc

Y15 BYXMOT history

Y15 BYX is a silver diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 17 Apr 2015. Its MOT is valid until 28 Oct 2027 and it has passed 9 of 14 MOT tests, with 153,017 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Oct 2026.

Y15 BYX silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 Oct 2027
Mileage
153,017 mi
At MOT on 29 Oct 2026
MOT tests
14
9 passed · 5 failed
Per year
11,620 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y15 BYX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,422 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
17 Apr 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y15 BYX was last recorded at 153,017 miles on 29 Oct 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,015 miles · 23 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
11,620 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 153,017 miles
  • 2025 – 145,498 miles
  • 2024 – 133,849 miles
  • 2023 – 123,690 miles
  • 2022 – 108,313 miles
  • 2021 – 94,922 miles
  • 2020 – 87,824 miles
  • 2019 – 69,578 miles
  • 2018 – 53,252 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,017 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryExhaust corrodedRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure 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.

  • Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil BOTH

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

14 tests since 29 Mar 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,017 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    153,017 miles
    Test number
    269286154063
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure corroded

  2. Fail153,015 miles (+7,517)1 dangerous5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,015 miles
    Test number
    705812734962
    • DangerousNearside Rear wheel bearing unable to be tested due to bind
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure corroded

  3. Pass145,498 miles (+11,649)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    145,498 miles
    Test number
    655978940171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass133,849 miles (+10,159)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    133,849 miles
    Test number
    215215279235
    • AdvisoryExhaust shield loose
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil BOTH (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose exhaust skin loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass123,690 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    123,690 miles
    Test number
    165405962864
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat leaver broken to access rear seats
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  6. Fail123,689 miles (+15,376)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,689 miles
    Test number
    127425928806
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat leaver broken to access rear seats
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  7. Pass108,313 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    108,313 miles
    Test number
    709473491893
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  8. Fail108,313 miles (+13,391)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,313 miles
    Test number
    902612413738
    • MajorBrake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  9. Pass94,922 miles (+7,098)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    94,922 miles
    Test number
    994313538696
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  10. Pass87,824 miles (+120)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    87,824 miles
    Test number
    403108049629
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  11. Fail87,704 miles (+18,126)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,704 miles
    Test number
    815220810735
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  12. Pass69,578 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    69,578 miles
    Test number
    397771383985
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail69,578 miles (+16,326)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,578 miles
    Test number
    200326634721
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel hand brake lever (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass53,252 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    53,252 miles
    Test number
    774680334833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y15 BYX

Does Y15 BYX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y15 BYX is valid until 28 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y15 BYX?
The MOT on Y15 BYX is valid until 28 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y15 BYX done?
Y15 BYX was recorded at 153,017 miles at its MOT on 29 Oct 2026, an average of 11,620 miles a year.
Has Y15 BYX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y15 BYX has failed 5 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on Y15 BYX 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 Y15 BYX find?
Y15 BYX passed its latest MOT on 29 Oct 2026 with 7 advisories: coil spring corroded; front macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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