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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y224 UKOMOT history

Y224 UKO is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 17 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 10 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 63,270 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Nov 2025.

Y224 UKO black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Nov 2026
Mileage
63,270 mi
At MOT on 11 Nov 2025
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,227 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y224 UKO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
17 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y224 UKO was last recorded at 63,270 miles on 11 Nov 2025, 3,183 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,087 miles · 9 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
3,183 miles
Average per year
2,227 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 63,270 miles
  • 2024 – 55,167 miles
  • 2022 – 54,103 miles
  • 2020 – 51,824 miles
  • 2018 – 41,961 miles
  • 2017 – 31,049 miles
  • 2016 – 30,765 miles
  • 2015 – 30,440 miles
  • 2014 – 30,024 miles
  • 2013 – 28,760 miles
  • 2012 – 28,156 miles
  • 2011 – 27,408 miles
  • 2010 – 26,349 miles
  • 2009 – 25,177 miles
  • 2008 – 23,678 miles
  • 2007 – 21,673 miles
  • 2006 – 20,162 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass63,270 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 4 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass63,270 miles (+3,183)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    63,270 miles
    Test number
    711202557770

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail60,087 miles (+4,920)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,087 miles
    Test number
    376421697841
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
  3. Pass55,167 miles (+1,064)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2025
    Odometer
    55,167 miles
    Test number
    133117838922
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass54,103 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    54,103 miles
    Test number
    316193977811
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Fail54,103 miles (+2,279)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,103 miles
    Test number
    223717273525
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Headlamp lens seriously defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Pass51,824 miles (+9,863)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    51,824 miles
    Test number
    849190309649
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and system corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass41,961 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    41,961 miles
    Test number
    657775786170
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Fail41,961 miles (+10,912)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,961 miles
    Test number
    693695290344
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass31,049 miles (+284)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    31,049 miles
    Test number
    924448276909
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  10. Pass30,765 miles (+325)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    30,765 miles
    Test number
    658744245403
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  11. Pass30,440 miles (+416)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    30,440 miles
    Test number
    836896075116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass30,024 miles (+1,264)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    30,024 miles
    Test number
    316857174152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass28,760 miles (+604)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    28,760 miles
    Test number
    618819873111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass28,156 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    28,156 miles
    Test number
    687451382185
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  15. Fail28,156 miles (+748)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,156 miles
    Test number
    689511382182
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  16. Pass27,408 miles (+1,059)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    27,408 miles
    Test number
    746571981138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass26,349 miles (+1,172)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    26,349 miles
    Test number
    353801180146
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass25,177 miles (+1,499)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    25,177 miles
    Test number
    793491889101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass23,678 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    23,678 miles
    Test number
    261145188161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail23,678 miles (+2,005)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,678 miles
    Test number
    444404688194
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  21. Pass21,673 miles (+1,511)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    21,673 miles
    Test number
    212733087182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass20,162 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    20,162 miles
    Test number
    263665586432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y224 UKO

Does Y224 UKO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y224 UKO is valid until 10 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y224 UKO?
The MOT on Y224 UKO is valid until 10 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y224 UKO done?
Y224 UKO was recorded at 63,270 miles at its MOT on 11 Nov 2025, an average of 2,227 miles a year.
Has Y224 UKO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y224 UKO has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on Y224 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 Y224 UKO find?
Y224 UKO passed its latest MOT on 11 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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