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Volkswagen Polo

White · Petrol · 2008 · 1,198 cc

Y18 JOWMOT history

Y18 JOW is a white petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 11 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 4 Apr 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 111,186 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2026.

Y18 JOW white Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Apr 2027
Mileage
111,186 mi
At MOT on 30 Mar 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,058 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y18 JOW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
11 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y18 JOW was last recorded at 111,186 miles on 30 Mar 2026, 3,767 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,419 miles · 3 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,767 miles
Average per year
4,058 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,186 miles
  • 2025 – 107,419 miles
  • 2024 – 103,348 miles
  • 2023 – 97,917 miles
  • 2022 – 96,452 miles
  • 2020 – 96,442 miles
  • 2019 – 92,263 miles
  • 2018 – 86,797 miles
  • 2017 – 79,646 miles
  • 2016 – 72,392 miles
  • 2015 – 65,814 miles
  • 2014 – 58,085 miles
  • 2012 – 54,881 miles
  • 2011 – 53,008 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,186 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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 Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Exhaust system corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front brake discs slightly lipped

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front suspension lower arms inner rear bushes worn/soft

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Slight free play in n/s track rod/steering rack

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 28 Nov 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,186 miles (+3,767)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    111,186 miles
    Test number
    106077926864
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass107,419 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    107,419 miles
    Test number
    842927739476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail107,419 miles (+4,071)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,419 miles
    Test number
    104076909059
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  4. Pass103,348 miles (+5,431)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    103,348 miles
    Test number
    402189778617
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass97,917 miles (+1,465)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    97,917 miles
    Test number
    742429474854
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass96,452 miles (+10)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    96,452 miles
    Test number
    684652663161
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess under engine stabiliser (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass96,442 miles (+30)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    96,442 miles
    Test number
    889437186318
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Fail96,412 miles (+4,149)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,412 miles
    Test number
    799652515933
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass92,263 miles (+5,466)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    92,263 miles
    Test number
    295046149226
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass86,797 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    86,797 miles
    Test number
    502833741580
    • AdvisoryConsole (wishbone rear) bushes quite soft/worn
    • AdvisoryF/no. plate cracked
    • AdvisoryO/S/F seat tilt lever handle missing
    • AdvisoryO/S/R tyre tread worn/getting low
    • AdvisoryR/box delaminating
    • AdvisorySlight play in N/S of rack

  11. Fail86,797 miles (+7,151)5 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,797 miles
    Test number
    975152460391
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryConsole (wishbone rear) bushes quite soft/worn
    • AdvisoryF/Discs quite worn/ pads getting low
    • AdvisoryF/no. plate cracked
    • AdvisoryF/tyres worn (more on edges)
    • AdvisoryH/B lever travel long
    • AdvisoryO/S/F seat tilt lever handle missing
    • AdvisoryO/S/R tyre tread worn/getting low
    • AdvisorySlight play in N/S of rack

  12. Pass79,646 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    79,646 miles
    Test number
    414369764448
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs slightly lipped
    • AdvisoryFront suspension lower arms inner rear bushes worn/soft
    • AdvisorySlight free play in n/s track rod/steering rack

  13. Fail79,646 miles (+7,254)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,646 miles
    Test number
    863941200797
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement brake binding on (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement brake binding on (3.5.1k)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs slightly lipped
    • AdvisoryFront suspension lower arms inner rear bushes worn/soft
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre has nails in (2) in tread
    • AdvisorySlight free play in n/s track rod/steering rack

  14. Pass72,392 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    72,392 miles
    Test number
    118001677184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail72,392 miles (+6,578)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,392 miles
    Test number
    964816442103
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass65,814 miles (+7,729)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    65,814 miles
    Test number
    967242425092
    • NoteO/S mirror repeater damaged
    • NoteO/S/F seat handle damaged
    • NoteW/bone r/bushes soft

  17. Pass58,085 miles (+3,204)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    58,085 miles
    Test number
    409159224015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass54,881 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    54,881 miles
    Test number
    695175432365
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

  19. Fail54,881 miles (+1,873)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,881 miles
    Test number
    735375032360
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

  20. Pass53,008 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    53,008 miles
    Test number
    176262631398
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear wheel bearing noisey when spun
    • NoteSlight movement both front lower arm bushes
    • NoteTravel on hand brake

  21. Fail53,008 miles2 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,008 miles
    Test number
    665372431311
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear wheel bearing noisey when spun
    • NoteSlight movement both front lower arm bushes
    • NoteTravel on hand brake

Questions about Y18 JOW

Does Y18 JOW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y18 JOW is valid until 4 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y18 JOW?
The MOT on Y18 JOW is valid until 4 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y18 JOW done?
Y18 JOW was recorded at 111,186 miles at its MOT on 30 Mar 2026, an average of 4,058 miles a year.
Has Y18 JOW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y18 JOW has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on Y18 JOW 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 JOW find?
Y18 JOW passed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s); rear coil spring corroded nearside and offside.

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