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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2013 · 1,198 cc

Y18 KCBMOT history

Y18 KCB is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 Jan 2013. Its MOT is valid until 21 Nov 2026 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 96,306 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Nov 2025.

Y18 KCB silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Nov 2026
Mileage
96,306 mi
At MOT on 7 Nov 2025
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,862 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y18 KCB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
28 Jan 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y18 KCB was last recorded at 96,306 miles on 7 Nov 2025, 371 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,935 miles · 22 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
371 miles
Average per year
6,862 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 96,306 miles
  • 2024 – 95,935 miles
  • 2023 – 78,703 miles
  • 2022 – 69,479 miles
  • 2021 – 62,989 miles
  • 2020 – 58,108 miles
  • 2019 – 50,499 miles
  • 2018 – 43,355 miles
  • 2017 – 35,854 miles
  • 2016 – 29,047 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,306 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))
  • AdvisoryBoth front shock corroded
  • AdvisoryUnder seal

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 slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

17 tests since 19 Jan 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,306 miles (+371)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    96,306 miles
    Test number
    285235458608
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth front shock corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder seal

  2. Pass95,935 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    95,935 miles
    Test number
    513573151942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail95,930 miles (+5,980)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,930 miles
    Test number
    479517095245
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass89,950 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    89,950 miles
    Test number
    128568257992

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail89,950 miles (+11,247)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,950 miles
    Test number
    700563939505
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass78,703 miles (+9,224)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    78,703 miles
    Test number
    955103310263
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside inner track rod joint slight play
    • AdvisorySlight corossion rear axle and chassis

  7. Pass69,479 miles (+53)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    69,479 miles
    Test number
    958520716601
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail69,426 miles (+6,437)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,426 miles
    Test number
    802945979157
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • 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 Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass62,989 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    62,989 miles
    Test number
    702158235317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail62,987 miles (+603)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,987 miles
    Test number
    174190750266
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass62,384 miles (+4,276)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    62,384 miles
    Test number
    750391460980
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Minor play found on suspension component, too slight to say which component.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bottom arm, rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

  12. Pass58,108 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    58,108 miles
    Test number
    625849128526
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Fail58,107 miles (+7,608)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,107 miles
    Test number
    321698438020
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass50,499 miles (+7,144)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    50,499 miles
    Test number
    293395100228
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass43,355 miles (+7,501)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    43,355 miles
    Test number
    210618101840

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass35,854 miles (+6,807)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    35,854 miles
    Test number
    182684593976
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop adrift
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass29,047 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    29,047 miles
    Test number
    119693853355
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y18 KCB

Does Y18 KCB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y18 KCB is valid until 21 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y18 KCB?
The MOT on Y18 KCB is valid until 21 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y18 KCB done?
Y18 KCB was recorded at 96,306 miles at its MOT on 7 Nov 2025, an average of 6,862 miles a year.
Has Y18 KCB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y18 KCB has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on Y18 KCB 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 KCB find?
Y18 KCB passed its latest MOT on 7 Nov 2025 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly; both front shock corroded, and 1 more.

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