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Volkswagen Polo

White · Petrol · 2014 · 1,198 cc

Y18 MLTMOT history

Y18 MLT is a white petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 Mar 2014. Its MOT is valid until 8 Nov 2026 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 79,791 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Nov 2025.

Y18 MLT white Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Nov 2026
Mileage
79,791 mi
At MOT on 7 Nov 2025
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,375 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y18 MLT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
28 Mar 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y18 MLT was last recorded at 79,791 miles on 7 Nov 2025, 29 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,762 miles · 6 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
29 miles
Average per year
6,375 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 79,791 miles
  • 2024 – 72,970 miles
  • 2023 – 64,119 miles
  • 2022 – 56,303 miles
  • 2021 – 50,858 miles
  • 2020 – 49,793 miles
  • 2019 – 37,634 miles
  • 2018 – 31,390 miles
  • 2017 – 24,808 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,791 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all rear. (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened fluctuating - not excessive. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside rear quarter damage.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 24 Mar 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,791 miles (+29)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    79,791 miles
    Test number
    335771476872
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all rear. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened fluctuating - not excessive. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear quarter damage.

  2. Fail79,762 miles (+6,792)2 dangerous9 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,762 miles
    Test number
    162996943432
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 215/45/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases central clamps (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively nearside and offside (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all rear. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened fluctuating - not excessive. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear quarter damage.

  3. Pass72,970 miles (+8,851)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    72,970 miles
    Test number
    722375001685
    • AdvisoryWishbone bushes worn... osr shock damp... front pads ,,, front tyres close to limits

  4. Pass64,119 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    64,119 miles
    Test number
    192095007902
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail64,119 miles (+7,816)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,119 miles
    Test number
    356470603071
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass56,303 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    56,303 miles
    Test number
    630318391501
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail56,303 miles (+5,445)2 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,303 miles
    Test number
    826890760772
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ADVIISE TO REPLACE 1.8ML (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass50,858 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    50,858 miles
    Test number
    690709792368
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Fail50,858 miles (+1,065)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,858 miles
    Test number
    935813040555
    • MajorElectronic power steering not working (2.6 (c))
    • MajorElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Pass49,793 miles (+2,719)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    49,793 miles
    Test number
    853544306145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass47,074 miles (+9,440)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    47,074 miles
    Test number
    576017795230
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass37,634 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    37,634 miles
    Test number
    615952903822
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  13. Fail37,634 miles (+6,244)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,634 miles
    Test number
    278709441653
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  14. Pass31,390 miles (+6,582)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    31,390 miles
    Test number
    647396364442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass24,808 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    24,808 miles
    Test number
    403454225586
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine bay

Questions about Y18 MLT

Does Y18 MLT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y18 MLT is valid until 8 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y18 MLT?
The MOT on Y18 MLT is valid until 8 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 MLT done?
Y18 MLT was recorded at 79,791 miles at its MOT on 7 Nov 2025, an average of 6,375 miles a year.
Has Y18 MLT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y18 MLT has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on Y18 MLT 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 MLT find?
Y18 MLT passed its latest MOT on 7 Nov 2025 with 4 advisories: brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all rear.; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened fluctuating - not excessive.; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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