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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

Y15 UTBMOT history

Y15 UTB is a black diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 21 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 25 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 128,442 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2026.

Y15 UTB black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Aug 2027
Mileage
128,442 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,871 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y15 UTB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
21 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y15 UTB was last recorded at 128,442 miles on 19 Aug 2026, 340 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,102 miles · 26 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
340 miles
Average per year
5,871 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,442 miles
  • 2025 – 128,102 miles
  • 2024 – 127,964 miles
  • 2023 – 127,304 miles
  • 2022 – 126,308 miles
  • 2020 – 123,214 miles
  • 2019 – 117,503 miles
  • 2018 – 112,244 miles
  • 2017 – 106,583 miles
  • 2016 – 99,105 miles
  • 2015 – 88,254 miles
  • 2014 – 79,049 miles
  • 2013 – 66,018 miles
  • 2012 – 60,015 miles
  • 2011 – 54,343 miles
  • 2010 – 46,915 miles
  • 2009 – 33,371 miles
  • 2008 – 22,047 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,442 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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 Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside rear axle bush slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Slight play in nearside steering tie rod

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 5 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,442 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    128,442 miles
    Test number
    219282852223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail128,442 miles (+340)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,442 miles
    Test number
    934262045166
    • MajorNearside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  3. Pass128,102 miles (+138)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    128,102 miles
    Test number
    649491045275
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass127,964 miles (+660)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    127,964 miles
    Test number
    378258619500
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass127,304 miles (+996)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    127,304 miles
    Test number
    293520614493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass126,308 miles (+14)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    126,308 miles
    Test number
    796881875643
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box poor condition
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear axle bush slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside steering tie rod

  7. Fail126,294 miles (+3,080)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,294 miles
    Test number
    793548615354
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear axle bush slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside steering tie rod

  8. Pass123,214 miles (+5,711)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    123,214 miles
    Test number
    100630014672

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass117,503 miles (+5,259)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    117,503 miles
    Test number
    951643099190
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRequires tracking

  10. Pass112,244 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    112,244 miles
    Test number
    475885957972
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner edge

  11. Fail112,244 miles (+5,661)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,244 miles
    Test number
    557566633460
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner edge

  12. Pass106,583 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    106,583 miles
    Test number
    592541474834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail106,583 miles (+7,478)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,583 miles
    Test number
    662727501499
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working side light (1.1.A.3b)

  14. Pass99,105 miles (+10,851)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    99,105 miles
    Test number
    956615937010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass88,254 miles (+9,205)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    88,254 miles
    Test number
    277237775476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass79,049 miles (+13,031)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    79,049 miles
    Test number
    609258764106
    • NoteEngine warning light on dash
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on inside edge to 2mm
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on inside edge to 2mm

  17. Pass66,018 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    66,018 miles
    Test number
    267692363413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail66,018 miles (+6,003)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,018 miles
    Test number
    587992063148
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  19. Pass60,015 miles (+5,672)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    60,015 miles
    Test number
    837615572136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass54,343 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    54,343 miles
    Test number
    155766361123
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine management light illuminated

  21. Fail54,343 miles (+7,428)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,343 miles
    Test number
    805125361106
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine management light illuminated

  22. Pass46,915 miles (+13,544)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    46,915 miles
    Test number
    564771760131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass33,371 miles (+11,324)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    33,371 miles
    Test number
    134010279133
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre sidewall perished n/s/r tyre sidewall cut

  24. Pass22,047 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    22,047 miles
    Test number
    603037688102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail22,047 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,047 miles
    Test number
    864197388170
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Questions about Y15 UTB

Does Y15 UTB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y15 UTB is valid until 25 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y15 UTB?
The MOT on Y15 UTB is valid until 25 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y15 UTB done?
Y15 UTB was recorded at 128,442 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2026, an average of 5,871 miles a year.
Has Y15 UTB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y15 UTB has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on Y15 UTB 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 UTB find?
Y15 UTB passed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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