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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y226 NLEMOT history

Y226 NLE is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 10 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 26 Apr 2023 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 59,746 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2022.

Y226 NLE black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 26 Apr 2023
Mileage
59,746 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2022
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,434 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y226 NLE
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
10 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y226 NLE was last recorded at 59,746 miles on 20 Apr 2022, 3,596 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Apr 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,150 miles · 27 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
3,596 miles
Average per year
2,434 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 59,746 miles
  • 2021 – 56,150 miles
  • 2020 – 52,884 miles
  • 2019 – 48,680 miles
  • 2018 – 47,994 miles
  • 2017 – 46,728 miles
  • 2016 – 45,621 miles
  • 2015 – 44,284 miles
  • 2014 – 42,934 miles
  • 2013 – 41,042 miles
  • 2012 – 39,387 miles
  • 2011 – 36,675 miles
  • 2010 – 34,185 miles
  • 2009 – 30,927 miles
  • 2008 – 27,385 miles
  • 2007 – 23,795 miles
  • 2006 – 20,630 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,746 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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 (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass59,746 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    59,746 miles
    Test number
    472681381710

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail59,744 miles (+3,594)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,744 miles
    Test number
    663999667087
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  3. Pass56,150 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    56,150 miles
    Test number
    185848998402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail56,150 miles (+3,266)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,150 miles
    Test number
    679987548047
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

  5. Pass52,884 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    52,884 miles
    Test number
    780137604239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail52,869 miles (+4,189)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,869 miles
    Test number
    369655222514
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass48,680 miles (+686)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    48,680 miles
    Test number
    943027713424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass47,994 miles (+1,266)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    47,994 miles
    Test number
    559913096461
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

  9. Pass46,728 miles (+1,107)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    46,728 miles
    Test number
    720009510763
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryBoth front head lamp faded
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads wearing low

  10. Pass45,621 miles (+1,337)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    45,621 miles
    Test number
    599338315617
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner edges

  11. Pass44,284 miles (+1,350)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    44,284 miles
    Test number
    368284155048
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Pass42,934 miles (+1,892)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    42,934 miles
    Test number
    355132054066
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass41,042 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    41,042 miles
    Test number
    255437153032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail41,039 miles (+1,652)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,039 miles
    Test number
    499126153040
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Pass39,387 miles (+2,712)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    39,387 miles
    Test number
    135778952452
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteGear box oil leaks

  16. Pass36,675 miles (+2,490)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    36,675 miles
    Test number
    428252761069
    • NoteRear exaust silencer generaly corroded

  17. Pass34,185 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    34,185 miles
    Test number
    502205170033
    • 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)

  18. Fail34,185 miles (+3,258)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,185 miles
    Test number
    692825170035
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • 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)

  19. Pass30,927 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    30,927 miles
    Test number
    842697589091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail30,927 miles (+3,542)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,927 miles
    Test number
    791657689048
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  21. Pass27,385 miles (+3,590)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    27,385 miles
    Test number
    441566698065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass23,795 miles (+3,165)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    23,795 miles
    Test number
    181453987442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass20,630 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    20,630 miles
    Test number
    930533086096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y226 NLE

Does Y226 NLE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y226 NLE expired on 26 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y226 NLE?
The MOT on Y226 NLE expired on 26 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y226 NLE done?
Y226 NLE was recorded at 59,746 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2022, an average of 2,434 miles a year.
Has Y226 NLE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y226 NLE has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on Y226 NLE 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 Y226 NLE find?
Y226 NLE passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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