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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y226 XNRMOT history

Y226 XNR is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 25 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 13 Feb 2026 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 95,523 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Feb 2025.

Y226 XNR silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 13 Feb 2026
Mileage
95,523 mi
At MOT on 14 Feb 2025
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,320 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y226 XNR
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
25 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y226 XNR was last recorded at 95,523 miles on 14 Feb 2025, 3,158 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,365 miles · 27 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
3,158 miles
Average per year
4,320 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 95,523 miles
  • 2023 – 92,365 miles
  • 2022 – 90,395 miles
  • 2021 – 82,104 miles
  • 2020 – 78,208 miles
  • 2019 – 75,736 miles
  • 2018 – 72,841 miles
  • 2017 – 69,196 miles
  • 2016 – 62,908 miles
  • 2015 – 56,977 miles
  • 2014 – 51,018 miles
  • 2013 – 46,450 miles
  • 2012 – 41,214 miles
  • 2011 – 35,494 miles
  • 2010 – 31,024 miles
  • 2009 – 25,333 miles
  • 2008 – 20,144 miles
  • 2007 – 18,787 miles
  • 2006 – 16,106 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,523 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • REAR AXLE CORRODED

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Engine malfunction indicator lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 28 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,523 miles (+3,158)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    95,523 miles
    Test number
    111210965464
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass92,365 miles (+1,970)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    92,365 miles
    Test number
    292940687717
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryENGINE MALFUNCTION INDECATER LAMP NOT WORKING
    • AdvisoryFRONT SUB FRAM CORRODED
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryREAR AXLE CORRODED
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass90,395 miles (+38)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    90,395 miles
    Test number
    401191540953
    • AdvisoryEngine malfunction indicator lamp not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively close to excessive (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  4. Fail90,357 miles (+8,253)2 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,357 miles
    Test number
    717089845708
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure both mounting brackets (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine malfunction indicator lamp not working
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and outer side wall damaged (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn heavily on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play close to excessive (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively close to excessive (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and outer side wall damaged (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  5. Pass82,104 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    82,104 miles
    Test number
    542859603736
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail82,104 miles (+3,896)1 dangerous5 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,104 miles
    Test number
    167685759275
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high and too far to the right. wont adjust plus beam image is cloudy (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure inside (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass78,208 miles (+7)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    78,208 miles
    Test number
    210106965893
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail78,201 miles (+2,465)2 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,201 miles
    Test number
    670872334055
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass75,736 miles (+2,895)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    75,736 miles
    Test number
    414533260396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass72,841 miles (+3,645)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    72,841 miles
    Test number
    416285327435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass69,196 miles (+5)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    69,196 miles
    Test number
    382242349755
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking but no cords exposed
    • AdvisoryEml light illuminated

  12. Fail69,191 miles (+6,283)1 failure8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,191 miles
    Test number
    775608499773
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking but no cords exposed
    • AdvisoryEml light illuminated

  13. Pass62,908 miles (+5,931)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    62,908 miles
    Test number
    620497825195
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEml light on

  14. Pass56,977 miles (+5,959)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    56,977 miles
    Test number
    592708688038
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blades deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust system corroded

  15. Pass51,018 miles (+4,568)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    51,018 miles
    Test number
    479735554296
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  16. Pass46,450 miles (+5,236)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    46,450 miles
    Test number
    655830063299
    • NoteEngine management light on

  17. Pass41,214 miles (+5,720)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    41,214 miles
    Test number
    288321972275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,494 miles (+4,470)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    35,494 miles
    Test number
    485115261238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass31,024 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    31,024 miles
    Test number
    721110170211
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Fail31,022 miles (+5,689)1 dangerous4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,022 miles
    Test number
    863730470237
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass25,333 miles (+5,189)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    25,333 miles
    Test number
    604460569211
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Fail20,144 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,144 miles
    Test number
    334357868261
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Pass20,144 miles (+1,357)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    20,144 miles
    Test number
    750547768294
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass18,787 miles (+2,681)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    18,787 miles
    Test number
    241739867270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass16,106 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    16,106 miles
    Test number
    554131076244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y226 XNR

Does Y226 XNR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y226 XNR expired on 13 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y226 XNR?
The MOT on Y226 XNR expired on 13 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y226 XNR done?
Y226 XNR was recorded at 95,523 miles at its MOT on 14 Feb 2025, an average of 4,320 miles a year.
Has Y226 XNR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y226 XNR has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on Y226 XNR 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 XNR find?
Y226 XNR passed its latest MOT on 14 Feb 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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