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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y211 UKOMOT history

Y211 UKO is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 19 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 20 Aug 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 129,682 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Aug 2023.

Y211 UKO red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 20 Aug 2023
Mileage
129,682 mi
At MOT on 16 Aug 2023
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,241 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y211 UKO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
19 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
16 Aug 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y211 UKO was last recorded at 129,682 miles on 16 Aug 2023, 3,848 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,834 miles · 1 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
3,848 miles
Average per year
5,241 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 129,682 miles
  • 2022 – 125,834 miles
  • 2021 – 123,087 miles
  • 2020 – 121,303 miles
  • 2019 – 118,425 miles
  • 2018 – 114,722 miles
  • 2017 – 110,749 miles
  • 2016 – 105,783 miles
  • 2015 – 101,535 miles
  • 2014 – 91,513 miles
  • 2013 – 82,202 miles
  • 2012 – 72,827 miles
  • 2011 – 66,069 miles
  • 2010 – 61,822 miles
  • 2009 – 58,028 miles
  • 2008 – 54,520 miles
  • 2007 – 50,349 miles
  • 2006 – 39,286 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail129,682 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 1.35 (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases center section (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both front (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryClutch pedal dragging gears crunch

What MOT failures 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.

  • Deep corrosion to offside and nearside front wishbones

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Possible bulge to offside rear tyre outer sidewall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Catalyst emissions slow to react

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 17 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail129,682 miles (+3,848)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,682 miles
    Test number
    504145061831
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 1.35 (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases center section (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both front (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal dragging gears crunch

  2. Pass125,834 miles (+19)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    125,834 miles
    Test number
    215032219566
    • AdvisoryDeep corrosion to offside and nearside front wishbones
    • AdvisoryPossible bulge to offside rear tyre outer sidewall

  3. Fail125,815 miles (+2,728)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,815 miles
    Test number
    617709338170
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre perished cracked edge of tread
    • AdvisoryDeep corrosion to offside and nearside front wishbones
    • AdvisoryPossible bulge to offside rear tyre outer sidewall

  4. Pass123,087 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    123,087 miles
    Test number
    733670959979
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail123,086 miles (+1,783)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,086 miles
    Test number
    255914243706
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass121,303 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    121,303 miles
    Test number
    317130135497
    • AdvisoryCatalyst emissions slow to react

  7. Fail121,303 miles (+2,878)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,303 miles
    Test number
    645169581133
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCatalyst emissions slow to react

  8. Pass118,425 miles (+3,703)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    118,425 miles
    Test number
    738089279764
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn smooth on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn smooth on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn smooth on inner edge
    • AdvisorySlight blowing to exhaust system
    • AdvisorySlight play at offside and nearside wheels area

  9. Pass114,722 miles (+3,973)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    114,722 miles
    Test number
    917340235299
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaking

  10. Pass110,749 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    110,749 miles
    Test number
    763826036395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail110,749 miles (+4,966)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,749 miles
    Test number
    214484773871
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  12. Pass105,783 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2017
    Odometer
    105,783 miles
    Test number
    781692505614

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail106,783 miles (+5,248)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,783 miles
    Test number
    649780479011
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Pass101,535 miles (+10,022)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2016
    Odometer
    101,535 miles
    Test number
    336229325191
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on outer edge

  15. Pass91,513 miles (+9,311)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2015
    Odometer
    91,513 miles
    Test number
    587313924145
    • NoteOsr tyre 2.5mm

  16. Pass82,202 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    82,202 miles
    Test number
    239954333489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail82,202 miles (+9,375)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,202 miles
    Test number
    885154933161
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  18. Pass72,827 miles (+6,758)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    72,827 miles
    Test number
    888355232169
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass66,069 miles (+4,247)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2012
    Odometer
    66,069 miles
    Test number
    738580331190
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass61,822 miles (+3,794)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2011
    Odometer
    61,822 miles
    Test number
    690671930157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass58,028 miles (+3,508)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2010
    Odometer
    58,028 miles
    Test number
    572872439171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass54,520 miles (+4,171)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2009
    Odometer
    54,520 miles
    Test number
    210193318129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass50,349 miles (+11,063)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2008
    Odometer
    50,349 miles
    Test number
    602247737141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass39,286 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2007
    Odometer
    39,286 miles
    Test number
    583057836115
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre.

Questions about Y211 UKO

Does Y211 UKO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y211 UKO expired on 20 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y211 UKO?
The MOT on Y211 UKO expired on 20 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y211 UKO done?
Y211 UKO was recorded at 129,682 miles at its MOT on 16 Aug 2023, an average of 5,241 miles a year.
Has Y211 UKO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y211 UKO has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on Y211 UKO 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 Y211 UKO find?
Y211 UKO failed its latest MOT on 16 Aug 2023 with 4 major defects and 2 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 1.35; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases center section; nearside rear shock absorbers has negligible damping effect, and 3 more.

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