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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,390 cc

Y18 GLLMOT history

Y18 GLL is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 26 Apr 2011. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jul 2027 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 121,095 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

Y18 GLL black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jul 2027
Mileage
121,095 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,471 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y18 GLL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
26 Apr 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y18 GLL was last recorded at 121,095 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 3,351 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,744 miles · 23 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,351 miles
Average per year
8,471 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,095 miles
  • 2025 – 117,744 miles
  • 2024 – 114,068 miles
  • 2023 – 110,336 miles
  • 2022 – 107,269 miles
  • 2021 – 100,401 miles
  • 2020 – 92,553 miles
  • 2019 – 86,689 miles
  • 2018 – 74,993 miles
  • 2017 – 59,974 miles
  • 2016 – 37,527 miles
  • 2015 – 23,353 miles
  • 2014 – 17,079 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,095 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorRear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced Lights are tinted (4.2.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slow to retract
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Silencer outer skin rusty /split

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant leak rear of engine and warning light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Both rear lamps and reflectors tinted but output not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nsf seatbelt slow to retract

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear silencer weak but no leaks

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

21 tests since 16 Apr 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,095 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    121,095 miles
    Test number
    681285509037
    • MinorRear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced Lights are tinted (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slow to retract
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Silencer outer skin rusty /split

  2. Fail121,093 miles (+3,349)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,093 miles
    Test number
    388859217218
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced Lights are tinted (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slow to retract
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Silencer outer skin rusty /split

  3. Pass117,744 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    117,744 miles
    Test number
    420295776819
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant leak rear of engine and warning light on (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear lamps and reflectors tinted but output not significantly reduced
    • AdvisoryNsf seatbelt slow to retract
    • AdvisoryRear silencer weak but no leaks

  4. Fail117,744 miles (+3,676)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,744 miles
    Test number
    257355304145
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device excessively deteriorated (3.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant leak rear of engine and warning light on (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear lamps and reflectors tinted but output not significantly reduced
    • AdvisoryNs main beam low
    • AdvisoryNsf seatbelt slow to retract
    • AdvisoryRear silencer weak but no leaks
    • AdvisoryUnable to complete under bonnet checks

  5. Pass114,068 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    114,068 miles
    Test number
    804114365659
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail114,068 miles (+3,732)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,068 miles
    Test number
    455947204099
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction sticker and sat nav (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass110,336 miles6 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    110,336 miles
    Test number
    684671885281
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust flexi slight leak and rear silencer outer skin rusted through in places (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail110,336 miles (+3,067)2 major6 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,336 miles
    Test number
    181991890547
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust flexi slight leak and rear silencer outer skin rusted through in places (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass107,269 miles (+21)5 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    107,269 miles
    Test number
    516057691217
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity product on lens (4.2.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface product on lens (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity product on lens (4.2.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface product on lens (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi slight leak and rear silencer outer skin rusted through in places (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail107,248 miles (+6,847)1 dangerous4 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,248 miles
    Test number
    301224958792
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear silencer outer skin corroding

  11. Pass100,401 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    100,401 miles
    Test number
    694522989048
    • MinorPosition lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity product on both rear lamps (4.2.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface product on both rear reflectors (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre low and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge low and starting to crack (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer outer skin holed and front flexi pipe split but no leaks

  12. Fail100,401 miles (+7,848)3 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,401 miles
    Test number
    598619595542
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective fuel cap seal split (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MinorPosition lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity product on both rear lamps (4.2.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface product on both rear reflectors (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre low and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge low and starting to crack (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer outer skin holed and front flexi pipe split but no leaks

  13. Pass92,553 miles (+5,864)5 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    92,553 miles
    Test number
    360564721585
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorPosition lamp light intensity obviously reduced both rear (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface product on rear lights (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge + 3mm tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front headlamps slightly loose

  14. Pass86,689 miles (+13)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    86,689 miles
    Test number
    548682197406
    • MinorFront Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

  15. Fail86,676 miles (+11,683)2 dangerous2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,676 miles
    Test number
    505421970100
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

  16. Pass74,993 miles (+428)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    74,993 miles
    Test number
    178597339189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryMonitor offside rear tyre tread depth

  17. Fail74,565 miles (+14,591)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,565 miles
    Test number
    559925520367
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryMonitor offside rear tyre tread depth

  18. Pass59,974 miles (+22,447)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    59,974 miles
    Test number
    777951119850

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass37,527 miles (+14,174)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    37,527 miles
    Test number
    516831243430
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder cover fitted

  20. Pass23,353 miles (+6,274)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    23,353 miles
    Test number
    895505805135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass17,079 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    17,079 miles
    Test number
    628886404172
    • NoteUnable to check centre seat belt due to seat covers
    • NoteVarious minor stone cuts in both rear tyres

Questions about Y18 GLL

Does Y18 GLL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y18 GLL is valid until 26 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y18 GLL?
The MOT on Y18 GLL is valid until 26 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y18 GLL done?
Y18 GLL was recorded at 121,095 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 8,471 miles a year.
Has Y18 GLL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y18 GLL has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on Y18 GLL 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 Y18 GLL find?
Y18 GLL passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: rear position lamp light intensity obviously reduced lights are tinted; nearside front seat belt slow to retract; nearside rear nail in tyre, and 1 more.

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