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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y221 UHRMOT history

Y221 UHR is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 19 Apr 2022 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 38,412 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2022.

Y221 UHR red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 Apr 2022
Mileage
38,412 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2022
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,900 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y221 UHR
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
30 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Apr 2022
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y221 UHR was last recorded at 38,412 miles on 8 Apr 2022, 4,991 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Apr 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
33,421 miles · 20 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
4,991 miles
Average per year
1,900 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 38,412 miles
  • 2021 – 33,421 miles
  • 2020 – 32,721 miles
  • 2019 – 31,145 miles
  • 2018 – 29,900 miles
  • 2017 – 28,255 miles
  • 2016 – 26,277 miles
  • 2015 – 22,803 miles
  • 2014 – 20,626 miles
  • 2013 – 18,329 miles
  • 2012 – 17,190 miles
  • 2011 – 16,102 miles
  • 2010 – 14,399 miles
  • 2009 – 12,885 miles
  • 2008 – 11,659 miles
  • 2007 – 9,858 miles
  • 2006 – 8,057 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail38,412 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryElectronic Power Control (EPC) warning light is an indication a malfunction.
  • AdvisoryEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT failures mean

Full MOT history

21 tests since 18 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail38,412 miles (+4,991)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,412 miles
    Test number
    699730699613
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryElectronic Power Control (EPC) warning light is an indication a malfunction.
    • AdvisoryEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass33,421 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    33,421 miles
    Test number
    441325649330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail33,421 miles (+700)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,421 miles
    Test number
    294549271137
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Offside and nearside (3.4 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass32,721 miles (+1,576)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    32,721 miles
    Test number
    579935621429
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass31,145 miles (+1,245)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    31,145 miles
    Test number
    440489679641

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass29,900 miles (+1,645)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    29,900 miles
    Test number
    979098020008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass28,255 miles (+1,978)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    28,255 miles
    Test number
    128747394775

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass26,277 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    26,277 miles
    Test number
    255220248730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail26,277 miles (+3,474)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,277 miles
    Test number
    730942736511
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside 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)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre inner edge worn

  10. Pass22,803 miles (+2,177)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    22,803 miles
    Test number
    768283905130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass20,626 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    20,626 miles
    Test number
    336167804121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail20,626 miles (+2,297)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,626 miles
    Test number
    917646304150
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  13. Fail18,329 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,329 miles
    Test number
    777546703167
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  14. Pass18,329 miles (+1,139)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    18,329 miles
    Test number
    825536803103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass17,190 miles (+1,088)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    17,190 miles
    Test number
    659588102196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass16,102 miles (+1,703)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    16,102 miles
    Test number
    439125601104
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass14,399 miles (+1,514)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    14,399 miles
    Test number
    154951380479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass12,885 miles (+1,226)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    12,885 miles
    Test number
    500570519134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass11,659 miles (+1,801)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    11,659 miles
    Test number
    780732618116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass9,858 miles (+1,801)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    9,858 miles
    Test number
    853252607172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass8,057 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    8,057 miles
    Test number
    310598406192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y221 UHR

Does Y221 UHR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y221 UHR expired on 19 Apr 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y221 UHR?
The MOT on Y221 UHR expired on 19 Apr 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y221 UHR done?
Y221 UHR was recorded at 38,412 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2022, an average of 1,900 miles a year.
Has Y221 UHR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y221 UHR has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on Y221 UHR 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 UHR find?
Y221 UHR failed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2022 with 4 major defects and 3 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; headlamp aim not tested, and 4 more.

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