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Volkswagen Polo

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y231 OFEMOT history

Y231 OFE is a green petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 22 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 24 Aug 2023 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 65,799 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Aug 2022.

Y231 OFE green Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 24 Aug 2023
Mileage
65,799 mi
At MOT on 24 Aug 2022
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,651 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y231 OFE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
22 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
24 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y231 OFE was last recorded at 65,799 miles on 24 Aug 2022, 20,219 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
45,580 miles · 25 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
20,219 miles
Average per year
2,651 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 65,799 miles
  • 2021 – 45,580 miles
  • 2020 – 45,346 miles
  • 2019 – 44,291 miles
  • 2018 – 43,370 miles
  • 2017 – 42,489 miles
  • 2016 – 41,797 miles
  • 2015 – 40,290 miles
  • 2014 – 39,395 miles
  • 2013 – 38,738 miles
  • 2012 – 37,715 miles
  • 2011 – 36,308 miles
  • 2010 – 35,095 miles
  • 2009 – 33,051 miles
  • 2008 – 29,890 miles
  • 2007 – 26,253 miles
  • 2006 – 22,146 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,799 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2012

Full MOT history

23 tests since 7 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,799 miles (+20,219)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    65,799 miles
    Test number
    519903079706
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass45,580 miles (+24)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    45,580 miles
    Test number
    569156346524
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front tyres perishing! (2008 tyres)!
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre sidewall perishing (2012 tyre).

  3. Fail45,556 miles (+210)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,556 miles
    Test number
    680557533855
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre outer sidewall perishing!

  4. Pass45,346 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    45,346 miles
    Test number
    759159010108
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail45,344 miles (+1,053)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,344 miles
    Test number
    756737195671
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass44,291 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    44,291 miles
    Test number
    237158229388
    • AdvisoryOil leak noted

  7. Fail44,291 miles (+921)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,291 miles
    Test number
    533017953073
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak noted

  8. Pass43,370 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    43,370 miles
    Test number
    823933231752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail43,370 miles (+881)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,370 miles
    Test number
    224716761800
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass42,489 miles (+692)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    42,489 miles
    Test number
    636372465598

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass41,797 miles (+1,507)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    41,797 miles
    Test number
    958580351802

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass40,290 miles (+895)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    40,290 miles
    Test number
    755206475087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass39,395 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    39,395 miles
    Test number
    797902874083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail39,395 miles (+657)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,395 miles
    Test number
    296582574082
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

  15. Fail38,738 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,738 miles
    Test number
    235692773060
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn slightly and perished on side wall

  16. Pass38,738 miles (+1,023)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    38,738 miles
    Test number
    488562473023
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn slightly and perished on side wall

  17. Pass37,715 miles (+1,407)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    37,715 miles
    Test number
    239928182015
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass36,308 miles (+1,213)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    36,308 miles
    Test number
    498561781027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass35,095 miles (+2,044)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    35,095 miles
    Test number
    293201670060
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass33,051 miles (+3,161)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    33,051 miles
    Test number
    761558569079
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass29,890 miles (+3,637)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    29,890 miles
    Test number
    143309558482
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing uneven

  22. Pass26,253 miles (+4,107)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    26,253 miles
    Test number
    611389857040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass22,146 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    22,146 miles
    Test number
    444136066097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y231 OFE

Does Y231 OFE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y231 OFE expired on 24 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y231 OFE?
The MOT on Y231 OFE expired on 24 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y231 OFE done?
Y231 OFE was recorded at 65,799 miles at its MOT on 24 Aug 2022, an average of 2,651 miles a year.
Has Y231 OFE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y231 OFE has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2021.
Has the mileage on Y231 OFE 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 OFE find?
Y231 OFE passed its latest MOT on 24 Aug 2022 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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