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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y231 FPUMOT history

Y231 FPU is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 22 Nov 2025 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 77,749 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Nov 2024.

Y231 FPU silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Nov 2025
Mileage
77,749 mi
At MOT on 15 Nov 2024
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,573 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y231 FPU
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
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
15 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y231 FPU was last recorded at 77,749 miles on 15 Nov 2024, 1,535 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,214 miles · 23 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
1,535 miles
Average per year
2,573 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 77,749 miles
  • 2023 – 76,214 miles
  • 2022 – 74,816 miles
  • 2021 – 72,829 miles
  • 2020 – 71,535 miles
  • 2019 – 68,937 miles
  • 2018 – 65,469 miles
  • 2017 – 62,553 miles
  • 2016 – 61,176 miles
  • 2015 – 61,018 miles
  • 2014 – 59,651 miles
  • 2013 – 56,941 miles
  • 2012 – 53,494 miles
  • 2011 – 49,387 miles
  • 2010 – 45,480 miles
  • 2009 – 41,603 miles
  • 2008 – 38,219 miles
  • 2007 – 34,298 miles
  • 2006 – 30,094 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,749 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 4 MOTs since 2020

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Fluid leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

27 tests since 10 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,749 miles (+1,535)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    77,749 miles
    Test number
    943370776372
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass76,214 miles (+1,398)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    76,214 miles
    Test number
    277831025430
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass74,816 miles (+1,987)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    74,816 miles
    Test number
    423101732070
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass72,829 miles (+1,294)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    72,829 miles
    Test number
    403858608839
    • AdvisoryBoth nearside and offside front tyres deteriorated, inner edges of tread area wearing low
    • AdvisoryBoth nearside and offside rear tyres deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp lens deteriorated slightly
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  5. Pass71,535 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    71,535 miles
    Test number
    995201129116
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • 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))

  6. Fail71,531 miles (+2,594)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,531 miles
    Test number
    298436359713
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • 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))

  7. Pass68,937 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    68,937 miles
    Test number
    802201304086
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Fail68,935 miles (+3,466)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,935 miles
    Test number
    587344625686
    • 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 carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass65,469 miles (+2,916)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    65,469 miles
    Test number
    772029966671
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass62,553 miles (+29)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    62,553 miles
    Test number
    430378999097
    • AdvisoryDificult to get through emissions
    • AdvisorySurface rust on suspension

  11. Fail62,524 miles (+1,348)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,524 miles
    Test number
    730329620174
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported exhaust flexi in poor condition (7.1.1)
    • AdvisorySurface rust on suspension

  12. Pass61,176 miles (+158)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    61,176 miles
    Test number
    143348798276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass61,018 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    61,018 miles
    Test number
    731864915581

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail61,018 miles (+624)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,018 miles
    Test number
    273505670623
    • Repaired at testNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Fail60,394 miles (+743)1 dangerous4 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,394 miles
    Test number
    785471715209
    • DangerousNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEML light on
    • NoteN/S Headlamp milky but not effecting the aim

  16. Pass59,651 miles (+2,710)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2015
    Odometer
    59,651 miles
    Test number
    858795234120
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  17. Pass56,941 miles (+3,447)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2014
    Odometer
    56,941 miles
    Test number
    856453413133
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass53,494 miles (+4,107)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2013
    Odometer
    53,494 miles
    Test number
    907284012162
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEngine lamp on

  19. Pass49,387 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2012
    Odometer
    49,387 miles
    Test number
    299015921448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail49,387 miles (+3,907)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,387 miles
    Test number
    179605021182
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Pass45,480 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2011
    Odometer
    45,480 miles
    Test number
    793383630189
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Fail45,474 miles (+3,871)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,474 miles
    Test number
    570550030186
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Pass41,603 miles (+79)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2010
    Odometer
    41,603 miles
    Test number
    791820529164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail41,524 miles (+3,305)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,524 miles
    Test number
    702573319171
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

  25. Pass38,219 miles (+3,921)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2009
    Odometer
    38,219 miles
    Test number
    334521128104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass34,298 miles (+4,204)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2008
    Odometer
    34,298 miles
    Test number
    223299527470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass30,094 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2007
    Odometer
    30,094 miles
    Test number
    450430336158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y231 FPU

Does Y231 FPU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y231 FPU expired on 22 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y231 FPU?
The MOT on Y231 FPU expired on 22 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y231 FPU done?
Y231 FPU was recorded at 77,749 miles at its MOT on 15 Nov 2024, an average of 2,573 miles a year.
Has Y231 FPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y231 FPU has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on Y231 FPU 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 Y231 FPU find?
Y231 FPU passed its latest MOT on 15 Nov 2024 with 3 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view, and 4 more.

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