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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y226 UKOMOT history

Y226 UKO is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 17 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 15 Jan 2024 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 77,695 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2023.

Y226 UKO grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 Jan 2024
Mileage
77,695 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2023
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,571 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y226 UKO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
17 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y226 UKO was last recorded at 77,695 miles on 16 Jan 2023, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,688 miles · 6 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
2,571 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 77,695 miles
  • 2021 – 73,887 miles
  • 2020 – 72,523 miles
  • 2019 – 70,020 miles
  • 2018 – 67,259 miles
  • 2017 – 65,020 miles
  • 2016 – 63,863 miles
  • 2015 – 61,220 miles
  • 2014 – 59,117 miles
  • 2013 – 57,366 miles
  • 2012 – 55,720 miles
  • 2011 – 53,489 miles
  • 2010 – 49,736 miles
  • 2009 – 47,210 miles
  • 2008 – 43,553 miles
  • 2007 – 39,183 miles
  • 2006 – 36,264 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,695 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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2011

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass77,695 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    77,695 miles
    Test number
    666476445000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail77,688 miles (+3,801)2 dangerous10 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,688 miles
    Test number
    812738709957
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure WALL TO TREAD (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn INNER REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced LENS MISTING (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn INNER REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective LENS MISTING (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OUTER EDGES WORN & CLOSE TO LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage STEERING RACK PIPE (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened PITTED & CORRODED & WORN (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass73,887 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    73,887 miles
    Test number
    858579870649
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall split advise changed asap (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail73,887 miles (+1,364)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,887 miles
    Test number
    341769656201
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall split advise changed asap (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass72,523 miles (+2,503)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    72,523 miles
    Test number
    155467874678
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and offside front outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass70,020 miles (+2,761)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    70,020 miles
    Test number
    131424177020
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has slight wear to inner edge

  7. Pass67,259 miles (+2,239)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    67,259 miles
    Test number
    316248560409
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm rear bush and offside front lower suspension arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass65,020 miles (+1,157)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    65,020 miles
    Test number
    892153315854
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush and offside front lower arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  9. Pass63,863 miles (+2,643)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    63,863 miles
    Test number
    219382417597
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  10. Pass61,220 miles (+2,103)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    61,220 miles
    Test number
    395633251166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass59,117 miles (+1,751)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    59,117 miles
    Test number
    916740034381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass57,366 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    57,366 miles
    Test number
    229079333332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail57,360 miles (+1,640)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,360 miles
    Test number
    145609433380
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  14. Pass55,720 miles (+2,231)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    55,720 miles
    Test number
    489845432485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass53,489 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    53,489 miles
    Test number
    906485831387
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  16. Fail53,489 miles (+3,753)2 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,489 miles
    Test number
    948295231359
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  17. Pass49,736 miles (+2,526)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    49,736 miles
    Test number
    242876020308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass47,210 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    47,210 miles
    Test number
    881430339340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail47,210 miles (+3,657)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,210 miles
    Test number
    613870239366
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  20. Pass43,553 miles (+4,370)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    43,553 miles
    Test number
    622935518388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass39,183 miles (+2,919)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    39,183 miles
    Test number
    241821237369
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass36,264 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    36,264 miles
    Test number
    413098536397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y226 UKO

Does Y226 UKO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y226 UKO expired on 15 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y226 UKO?
The MOT on Y226 UKO expired on 15 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y226 UKO done?
Y226 UKO was recorded at 77,695 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2023, an average of 2,571 miles a year.
Has Y226 UKO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y226 UKO has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on Y226 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 Y226 UKO find?
Y226 UKO passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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