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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y229 WTLMOT history

Y229 WTL is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 19 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 27 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 50,663 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2026.

Y229 WTL silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Apr 2027
Mileage
50,663 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,194 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y229 WTL
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
19 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y229 WTL was last recorded at 50,663 miles on 28 Apr 2026, 2,718 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
47,945 miles · 16 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,718 miles
Average per year
2,194 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 50,663 miles
  • 2025 – 47,945 miles
  • 2024 – 43,661 miles
  • 2023 – 36,628 miles
  • 2022 – 30,333 miles
  • 2020 – 30,111 miles
  • 2019 – 29,598 miles
  • 2018 – 28,611 miles
  • 2017 – 27,443 miles
  • 2016 – 26,247 miles
  • 2015 – 24,466 miles
  • 2014 – 22,357 miles
  • 2013 – 19,707 miles
  • 2012 – 17,112 miles
  • 2011 – 14,790 miles
  • 2010 – 12,606 miles
  • 2009 – 9,942 miles
  • 2008 – 9,218 miles
  • 2007 – 8,226 miles
  • 2006 – 7,107 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass50,663 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch corroded but no sharp edges
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

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.

  • Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass50,663 miles (+2,718)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    50,663 miles
    Test number
    420398072081
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch corroded but no sharp edges
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass47,945 miles (+4,284)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    47,945 miles
    Test number
    380644499522
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Pass43,661 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    43,661 miles
    Test number
    668966541272
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Fail43,661 miles (+7,033)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,661 miles
    Test number
    869106796662
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. Pass36,628 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    36,628 miles
    Test number
    524624113457
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail36,628 miles (+6,295)1 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,628 miles
    Test number
    884408968595
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass30,333 miles (+222)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    30,333 miles
    Test number
    563118100720
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass30,111 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    30,111 miles
    Test number
    293620852588

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail30,110 miles (+512)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,110 miles
    Test number
    931831844487
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to exhaust condition (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexy joint (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass29,598 miles (+987)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    29,598 miles
    Test number
    190837948731
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass28,611 miles (+1,168)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    28,611 miles
    Test number
    905108152603
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass27,443 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    27,443 miles
    Test number
    713368410230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail27,443 miles (+1,196)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,443 miles
    Test number
    394255865148
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass26,247 miles (+1,781)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    26,247 miles
    Test number
    795911669373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass24,466 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    24,466 miles
    Test number
    466866375135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail24,464 miles (+2,107)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,464 miles
    Test number
    397365375145
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass22,357 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    22,357 miles
    Test number
    629307874103
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail22,357 miles (+2,650)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,357 miles
    Test number
    636087774125
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass19,707 miles (+2,595)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    19,707 miles
    Test number
    927094063150
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass17,112 miles (+2,322)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    17,112 miles
    Test number
    279484072443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass14,790 miles (+2,184)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    14,790 miles
    Test number
    296125971437
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  22. Pass12,606 miles (+2,664)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    12,606 miles
    Test number
    241755670410
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Pass9,942 miles (+724)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    9,942 miles
    Test number
    980604479108
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass9,218 miles (+992)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    9,218 miles
    Test number
    932922378144
    • NoteBody work damaged

  25. Pass8,226 miles (+1,119)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    8,226 miles
    Test number
    930583077109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass7,107 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    7,107 miles
    Test number
    782403576163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y229 WTL

Does Y229 WTL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y229 WTL is valid until 27 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y229 WTL?
The MOT on Y229 WTL is valid until 27 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y229 WTL done?
Y229 WTL was recorded at 50,663 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2026, an average of 2,194 miles a year.
Has Y229 WTL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y229 WTL has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on Y229 WTL 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 Y229 WTL find?
Y229 WTL passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2026 with 7 advisories: central front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; central front oil leak, but not excessive; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 4 more.

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