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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2011 · 1,198 cc

Y18 OGMMOT history

Y18 OGM is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 Apr 2011. Its MOT is valid until 27 Apr 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 131,283 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2026.

Y18 OGM grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Apr 2027
Mileage
131,283 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,228 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y18 OGM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
28 Apr 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y18 OGM was last recorded at 131,283 miles on 24 Apr 2026, 51 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,232 miles · 23 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
51 miles
Average per year
8,228 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,283 miles
  • 2025 – 123,938 miles
  • 2024 – 116,055 miles
  • 2023 – 110,435 miles
  • 2022 – 106,960 miles
  • 2021 – 103,190 miles
  • 2020 – 100,496 miles
  • 2019 – 93,950 miles
  • 2018 – 83,657 miles
  • 2017 – 71,610 miles
  • 2016 – 50,518 miles
  • 2015 – 45,940 miles
  • 2014 – 32,364 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,283 miles
  • 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))

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.

  • Rear tyres starting to perish (cracks in tread)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass131,283 miles (+51)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    131,283 miles
    Test number
    300807303497
    • 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))

  2. Fail131,232 miles (+7,294)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,232 miles
    Test number
    796366857517
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass123,938 miles (+7,883)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    123,938 miles
    Test number
    278850892045
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass116,055 miles (+5,620)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    116,055 miles
    Test number
    534636831296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass110,435 miles (+3,475)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    110,435 miles
    Test number
    400076556128
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH ! (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass106,960 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    106,960 miles
    Test number
    318801056062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail106,960 miles (+3,770)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,960 miles
    Test number
    213758969459
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass103,190 miles (+2,694)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    103,190 miles
    Test number
    669504637288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass100,496 miles (+6,546)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    100,496 miles
    Test number
    906221730866

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass93,950 miles (+10,293)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    93,950 miles
    Test number
    752394419057
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/55R15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass83,657 miles (+12,047)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    83,657 miles
    Test number
    356817864026
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear tyres starting to perish (cracks in tread)

  12. Pass71,610 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    71,610 miles
    Test number
    280491026589
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear tyres starting to perish (cracks in tread)

  13. Fail71,610 miles (+21,092)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,610 miles
    Test number
    185442320261
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear tyres starting to perish (cracks in tread)

  14. Pass50,518 miles (+4,578)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    50,518 miles
    Test number
    554594468529

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass45,940 miles (+13,576)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    45,940 miles
    Test number
    697265185054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail32,364 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,364 miles
    Test number
    867456304186
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished.
    • NoteO/S/F tyre low in tread and perished.

  17. Pass32,364 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    32,364 miles
    Test number
    945516704188
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished.
    • NoteO/S/F tyre low in tread and perished.

Questions about Y18 OGM

Does Y18 OGM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y18 OGM is valid until 27 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y18 OGM?
The MOT on Y18 OGM is valid until 27 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 OGM done?
Y18 OGM was recorded at 131,283 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2026, an average of 8,228 miles a year.
Has Y18 OGM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y18 OGM has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on Y18 OGM 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 OGM find?
Y18 OGM passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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