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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 999 cc

Y221 GMBMOT history

Y221 GMB is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 3 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 27 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 59,302 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2026.

Y221 GMB silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Feb 2027
Mileage
59,302 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,818 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y221 GMB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
3 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y221 GMB was last recorded at 59,302 miles on 23 Feb 2026, 2,700 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,602 miles · 28 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,700 miles
Average per year
1,818 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 59,302 miles
  • 2025 – 56,602 miles
  • 2024 – 48,844 miles
  • 2023 – 44,740 miles
  • 2022 – 41,492 miles
  • 2021 – 40,126 miles
  • 2020 – 38,522 miles
  • 2019 – 36,597 miles
  • 2018 – 35,581 miles
  • 2017 – 34,712 miles
  • 2016 – 33,922 miles
  • 2015 – 32,602 miles
  • 2014 – 32,004 miles
  • 2013 – 31,350 miles
  • 2012 – 30,567 miles
  • 2011 – 29,751 miles
  • 2010 – 28,783 miles
  • 2009 – 27,541 miles
  • 2008 – 26,509 miles
  • 2007 – 24,874 miles
  • 2006 – 23,068 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,302 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBoth rear outer sills/rear outer arches getting corroded
  • AdvisoryExhaust getting corroded
  • AdvisorySmall holes both outer c.v boots

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 Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Nearside Rear Body not fully secure wheel arch

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

30 tests since 21 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,302 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    59,302 miles
    Test number
    852967734777
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear outer sills/rear outer arches getting corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust getting corroded
    • AdvisorySmall holes both outer c.v boots

  2. Fail59,302 miles (+2,700)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,302 miles
    Test number
    335893706356
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear outer sills/rear outer arches getting corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust getting corroded
    • AdvisorySmall holes both outer c.v boots

  3. Pass56,602 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    56,602 miles
    Test number
    735117364926
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body not fully secure wheel arch (6.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail56,602 miles (+7,758)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,602 miles
    Test number
    137716183054
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body not fully secure wheel arch (6.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass48,844 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    48,844 miles
    Test number
    469721822245
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body panel slightly loose wheel arch rusty (6.2.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail48,844 miles (+4,104)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,844 miles
    Test number
    753556252367
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body panel slightly loose wheel arch rusty (6.2.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass44,740 miles (+3,248)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    44,740 miles
    Test number
    559090501831
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass41,492 miles (+1,366)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    41,492 miles
    Test number
    821449631257
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEml light on

  9. Pass40,126 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    40,126 miles
    Test number
    433759990269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail40,126 miles (+1,604)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,126 miles
    Test number
    928256905266
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  11. Pass38,522 miles (+1,925)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    38,522 miles
    Test number
    311121414668
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass36,597 miles (+1,016)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    36,597 miles
    Test number
    572977762565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass35,581 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    35,581 miles
    Test number
    213428972756

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail35,580 miles (+868)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,580 miles
    Test number
    220510997562
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

  15. Pass34,712 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    34,712 miles
    Test number
    806437680404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail34,712 miles (+790)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,712 miles
    Test number
    105172642811
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

  17. Pass33,922 miles (+1,320)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    33,922 miles
    Test number
    802593783786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass32,602 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    32,602 miles
    Test number
    327546085064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail32,602 miles (+598)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,602 miles
    Test number
    295396585017
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt cut sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  20. Pass32,004 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    32,004 miles
    Test number
    808601994030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail32,002 miles (+652)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,002 miles
    Test number
    439217484064
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

  22. Pass31,350 miles (+783)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    31,350 miles
    Test number
    575887483087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass30,567 miles (+816)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    30,567 miles
    Test number
    767109182058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass29,751 miles (+968)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    29,751 miles
    Test number
    389777581014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass28,783 miles (+1,242)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    28,783 miles
    Test number
    944258980074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass27,541 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    27,541 miles
    Test number
    240559989072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail27,541 miles (+1,032)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,541 miles
    Test number
    290009389046
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass26,509 miles (+1,635)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    26,509 miles
    Test number
    881076488066
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  29. Pass24,874 miles (+1,806)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    24,874 miles
    Test number
    692409177090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass23,068 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    23,068 miles
    Test number
    264690486032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y221 GMB

Does Y221 GMB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y221 GMB is valid until 27 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y221 GMB?
The MOT on Y221 GMB is valid until 27 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y221 GMB done?
Y221 GMB was recorded at 59,302 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2026, an average of 1,818 miles a year.
Has Y221 GMB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y221 GMB has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on Y221 GMB 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 Y221 GMB find?
Y221 GMB passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2026 with 5 advisories: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; rear sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides; both rear outer sills/rear outer arches getting corroded, and 2 more.

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