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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y237 GEPMOT history

Y237 GEP is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 4 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 49,249 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Nov 2025.

Y237 GEP silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Dec 2026
Mileage
49,249 mi
At MOT on 25 Nov 2025
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,695 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y237 GEP
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
28 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y237 GEP was last recorded at 49,249 miles on 25 Nov 2025, 2,421 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
46,828 miles · 20 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,421 miles
Average per year
1,695 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 49,249 miles
  • 2024 – 46,828 miles
  • 2023 – 44,652 miles
  • 2022 – 42,664 miles
  • 2021 – 40,769 miles
  • 2020 – 39,213 miles
  • 2019 – 37,700 miles
  • 2018 – 36,252 miles
  • 2017 – 34,911 miles
  • 2016 – 33,655 miles
  • 2015 – 32,289 miles
  • 2014 – 30,770 miles
  • 2013 – 28,378 miles
  • 2012 – 26,521 miles
  • 2011 – 24,710 miles
  • 2010 – 23,003 miles
  • 2009 – 21,309 miles
  • 2008 – 19,399 miles
  • 2007 – 17,733 miles
  • 2006 – 16,514 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass49,249 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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 Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2009

Full MOT history

29 tests since 1 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass49,249 miles (+2,421)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    49,249 miles
    Test number
    625457768044
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass46,828 miles (+2,176)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    46,828 miles
    Test number
    211944332993
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass44,652 miles (+1,988)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    44,652 miles
    Test number
    638965362709
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass42,664 miles (+1,895)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    42,664 miles
    Test number
    307962621884
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass40,769 miles (+1,556)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    40,769 miles
    Test number
    442804501426
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass39,213 miles (+1,513)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    39,213 miles
    Test number
    183669025943
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass37,700 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    37,700 miles
    Test number
    189611584809
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail37,700 miles (+1,448)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,700 miles
    Test number
    502130868300
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass36,252 miles (+1,341)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    36,252 miles
    Test number
    500718842478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass34,911 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    34,911 miles
    Test number
    766115257163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail34,911 miles (+1,256)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,911 miles
    Test number
    709749157894
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass33,655 miles (+1,366)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    33,655 miles
    Test number
    805989736623

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass32,289 miles (+1,519)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    32,289 miles
    Test number
    225534809523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail30,770 miles5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,770 miles
    Test number
    426769334479
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  15. Pass30,770 miles (+592)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    30,770 miles
    Test number
    896009634346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass30,178 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    30,178 miles
    Test number
    106461214292
    • NoteRear brakes noisey operation

  17. Fail30,178 miles (+1,800)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,178 miles
    Test number
    679101514235
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteRear brakes noisey operation

  18. Pass28,378 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    28,378 miles
    Test number
    737277903252
    • 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)

  19. Fail28,378 miles (+1,857)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,378 miles
    Test number
    946897603284
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • 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)

  20. Pass26,521 miles (+1,811)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    26,521 miles
    Test number
    236692502230
    • NoteFront exhaust mounting bracket detached.

  21. Pass24,710 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    24,710 miles
    Test number
    386003501220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail24,706 miles (+1,703)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,706 miles
    Test number
    417233001212
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre deteriorated

  23. Pass23,003 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    23,003 miles
    Test number
    390944100428
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing uneven

  24. Fail23,003 miles (+1,694)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,003 miles
    Test number
    902334400201
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing uneven

  25. Fail21,309 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,309 miles
    Test number
    481781119284
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  26. Pass21,309 miles (+1,910)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    21,309 miles
    Test number
    512721919218
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  27. Pass19,399 miles (+1,666)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    19,399 miles
    Test number
    130084008206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass17,733 miles (+1,219)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    17,733 miles
    Test number
    860046807209
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on outer edge
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing uneven on inner edge

  29. Pass16,514 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    16,514 miles
    Test number
    492142416241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y237 GEP

Does Y237 GEP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y237 GEP is valid until 4 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y237 GEP?
The MOT on Y237 GEP is valid until 4 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y237 GEP done?
Y237 GEP was recorded at 49,249 miles at its MOT on 25 Nov 2025, an average of 1,695 miles a year.
Has Y237 GEP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y237 GEP has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Nov 2019.
Has the mileage on Y237 GEP 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 Y237 GEP find?
Y237 GEP passed its latest MOT on 25 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; oil leak, but not excessive.

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