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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,390 cc

Y18 GWTMOT history

Y18 GWT is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 23 Mar 2011. Its MOT is valid until 17 Sept 2027 and it has passed 14 of 16 MOT tests, with 182,615 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Sept 2026.

Y18 GWT black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Sept 2027
Mileage
182,615 mi
At MOT on 5 Sept 2026
MOT tests
16
14 passed · 2 failed
Per year
12,269 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y18 GWT
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
23 Mar 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y18 GWT was last recorded at 182,615 miles on 5 Sept 2026, 7,801 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
174,814 miles · 30 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
7,801 miles
Average per year
12,269 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 182,615 miles
  • 2025 – 174,814 miles
  • 2024 – 170,608 miles
  • 2023 – 166,611 miles
  • 2022 – 151,831 miles
  • 2021 – 138,553 miles
  • 2020 – 127,719 miles
  • 2019 – 115,930 miles
  • 2018 – 102,880 miles
  • 2017 – 75,251 miles
  • 2016 – 43,045 miles
  • 2015 – 33,438 miles
  • 2014 – 28,707 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass182,615 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOuter sills corroded

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

16 tests since 18 Feb 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass182,615 miles (+7,801)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    182,615 miles
    Test number
    106157377665
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOuter sills corroded

  2. Pass174,814 miles (+4,206)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    174,814 miles
    Test number
    620317612259
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass170,608 miles (+3,997)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    170,608 miles
    Test number
    483031534230
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump corroded (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass166,611 miles (+2,448)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    166,611 miles
    Test number
    414488012703

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass164,163 miles (+12,332)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    164,163 miles
    Test number
    960534859249
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass151,831 miles (+13,278)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    151,831 miles
    Test number
    295411700962

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass138,553 miles (+10,834)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    138,553 miles
    Test number
    936758225481
    • 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))

  8. Pass127,719 miles (+11,789)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    127,719 miles
    Test number
    518873424008
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass115,930 miles (+13,050)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    115,930 miles
    Test number
    519494995403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass102,880 miles (+27,629)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    102,880 miles
    Test number
    428275157555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass75,251 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    75,251 miles
    Test number
    557249622828
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  12. Fail75,251 miles (+32,206)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,251 miles
    Test number
    388839192748
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  13. Pass43,045 miles (+9,607)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    43,045 miles
    Test number
    107559733095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass33,438 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    33,438 miles
    Test number
    476620445040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail33,438 miles (+4,731)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,438 miles
    Test number
    809690945046
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  16. Pass28,707 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    28,707 miles
    Test number
    968109344002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y18 GWT

Does Y18 GWT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y18 GWT is valid until 17 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y18 GWT?
The MOT on Y18 GWT is valid until 17 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y18 GWT done?
Y18 GWT was recorded at 182,615 miles at its MOT on 5 Sept 2026, an average of 12,269 miles a year.
Has Y18 GWT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y18 GWT has failed 2 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jan 2017.
Has the mileage on Y18 GWT 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 GWT find?
Y18 GWT passed its latest MOT on 5 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; oil leak, but not excessive; play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 1 more.

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