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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y221 JATMOT history

Y221 JAT is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 3 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 65,188 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2026.

Y221 JAT silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Feb 2027
Mileage
65,188 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,163 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y221 JAT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y221 JAT was last recorded at 65,188 miles on 3 Feb 2026, 2,788 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,400 miles · 4 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,788 miles
Average per year
3,163 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 65,188 miles
  • 2025 – 62,400 miles
  • 2024 – 58,962 miles
  • 2022 – 53,338 miles
  • 2021 – 48,998 miles
  • 2020 – 44,566 miles
  • 2019 – 39,698 miles
  • 2018 – 37,391 miles
  • 2017 – 35,968 miles
  • 2016 – 34,405 miles
  • 2015 – 33,265 miles
  • 2014 – 32,326 miles
  • 2013 – 30,846 miles
  • 2012 – 28,854 miles
  • 2011 – 28,810 miles
  • 2009 – 26,534 miles
  • 2008 – 21,393 miles
  • 2007 – 15,911 miles
  • 2006 – 6,965 miles
  • 2005 – 606 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,188 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Outer 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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

25 tests since 3 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,188 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    65,188 miles
    Test number
    910545807979
    • MinorNearside Front Outer 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))

  2. Fail65,188 miles (+2,788)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,188 miles
    Test number
    468541966702
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer 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))

  3. Pass62,400 miles (+3,438)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    62,400 miles
    Test number
    513718628195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass58,962 miles (+5,624)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    58,962 miles
    Test number
    348413003727
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass53,338 miles (+4,340)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    53,338 miles
    Test number
    926007685159
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both fronts and both rears (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread rear plate (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass48,998 miles (+4,432)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    48,998 miles
    Test number
    925908835740

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass44,566 miles (+4,868)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    44,566 miles
    Test number
    947527371243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass39,698 miles (+2,307)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    39,698 miles
    Test number
    991067336776
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and o/s/f too (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and all other pipes to jump hoses on o/s/r, n/s/f and o/s/f (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass37,391 miles (+1,423)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    37,391 miles
    Test number
    462960906879
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass35,968 miles (+1,563)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    35,968 miles
    Test number
    800552975519
    • AdvisoryVarious brake pipes starting to corrode

  11. Pass34,405 miles (+1,140)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    34,405 miles
    Test number
    119797871457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass33,265 miles (+939)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    33,265 miles
    Test number
    108232195193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass32,326 miles (+1,480)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    32,326 miles
    Test number
    179513794189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass30,846 miles (+1,992)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    30,846 miles
    Test number
    165457573106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass28,854 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    28,854 miles
    Test number
    665639792155
    • NoteAir bag warning lamp staying on

  16. Fail28,854 miles (+44)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,854 miles
    Test number
    209938392485
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteAir bag warning lamp staying on
    • NoteBrake warning lamp flashing on

  17. Pass28,810 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    28,810 miles
    Test number
    818213001273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail28,810 miles (+2,276)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,810 miles
    Test number
    606413201243
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  19. Pass26,534 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    26,534 miles
    Test number
    262589899237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail26,534 miles (+5,141)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,534 miles
    Test number
    993679099221
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Pass21,393 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    21,393 miles
    Test number
    940694008310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail21,393 miles (+5,482)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,393 miles
    Test number
    151763708330
    • 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)

  23. Pass15,911 miles (+8,946)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    15,911 miles
    Test number
    374520437454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass6,965 miles (+6,359)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    6,965 miles
    Test number
    952571136290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass606 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    606 miles
    Test number
    353546745480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y221 JAT

Does Y221 JAT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y221 JAT is valid until 3 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y221 JAT?
The MOT on Y221 JAT is valid until 3 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 JAT done?
Y221 JAT was recorded at 65,188 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2026, an average of 3,163 miles a year.
Has Y221 JAT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y221 JAT has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on Y221 JAT 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 JAT find?
Y221 JAT passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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