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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2011 · 1,390 cc

Y18 SPLMOT history

Y18 SPL is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Mar 2011. Its MOT is valid until 3 Dec 2026 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 71,787 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2025.

Y18 SPL red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Dec 2026
Mileage
71,787 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2025
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,112 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y18 SPL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
1 Mar 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y18 SPL was last recorded at 71,787 miles on 4 Nov 2025, 6,054 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,733 miles · 4 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
6,054 miles
Average per year
5,112 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 71,787 miles
  • 2024 – 65,733 miles
  • 2023 – 55,951 miles
  • 2022 – 51,621 miles
  • 2021 – 46,609 miles
  • 2020 – 42,465 miles
  • 2019 – 36,194 miles
  • 2018 – 29,169 miles
  • 2017 – 22,958 miles
  • 2016 – 19,650 miles
  • 2015 – 15,869 miles
  • 2014 – 12,015 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,787 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

19 tests since 24 Feb 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,787 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    71,787 miles
    Test number
    474504311836
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail71,769 miles (+6,036)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,769 miles
    Test number
    877501146999
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass65,733 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    65,733 miles
    Test number
    786644248128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail65,733 miles (+7,361)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,733 miles
    Test number
    295582263297
    • DangerousFront Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass58,372 miles (+2,421)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    58,372 miles
    Test number
    990969312961
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass55,951 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    55,951 miles
    Test number
    804420519050
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail55,950 miles (+4,329)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,950 miles
    Test number
    188516039791
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass51,621 miles (+5,012)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    51,621 miles
    Test number
    262777641152
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass46,609 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    46,609 miles
    Test number
    177109470732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail46,609 miles (+4,144)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,609 miles
    Test number
    984321338962
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass42,465 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    42,465 miles
    Test number
    953545198821
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Fail42,465 miles (+6,271)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,465 miles
    Test number
    962229486923
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass36,194 miles (+7,025)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    36,194 miles
    Test number
    663067046945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass29,169 miles (+2,167)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    29,169 miles
    Test number
    723493346782

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass27,002 miles (+4,044)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    27,002 miles
    Test number
    897622800961
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre side wall cut not showing cords
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Pass22,958 miles (+3,308)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    22,958 miles
    Test number
    640151333774

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass19,650 miles (+3,781)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    19,650 miles
    Test number
    907494175569
    • AdvisoryEngine oil low

  18. Pass15,869 miles (+3,854)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    15,869 miles
    Test number
    925824455053
    • NoteEngine oil low

  19. Pass12,015 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    12,015 miles
    Test number
    705365854058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y18 SPL

Does Y18 SPL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y18 SPL is valid until 3 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y18 SPL?
The MOT on Y18 SPL is valid until 3 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y18 SPL done?
Y18 SPL was recorded at 71,787 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2025, an average of 5,112 miles a year.
Has Y18 SPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y18 SPL has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on Y18 SPL 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 SPL find?
Y18 SPL passed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2025 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front upper macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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