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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y238 OWOMOT history

Y238 OWO is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 22 Jan 2025 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 109,588 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2024.

Y238 OWO black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Jan 2025
Mileage
109,588 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2024
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,232 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y238 OWO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
28 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y238 OWO was last recorded at 109,588 miles on 23 Jan 2024, 281 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Mar 2021: 109,307 miles, lower than 121,746 miles on 17 Jul 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
109,307 miles · 18 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
281 miles
Average per year
3,232 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 109,588 miles
  • 2021 – 109,307 miles
  • 2016 – 121,746 miles
  • 2015 – 113,008 miles
  • 2014 – 107,528 miles
  • 2013 – 98,808 miles
  • 2012 – 89,658 miles
  • 2011 – 77,861 miles
  • 2010 – 71,543 miles
  • 2009 – 69,047 miles
  • 2008 – 61,651 miles
  • 2007 – 57,128 miles
  • 2006 – 52,001 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,588 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2011

Full MOT history

17 tests since 31 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,588 miles (+281)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    109,588 miles
    Test number
    702329129236
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  2. Pass109,307 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    109,307 miles
    Test number
    644095327574
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Damage to outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very low on outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very low on inner, damage to outer sidewall (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Considerable leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test No rear seats fitted at time of test
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch All wheels

  3. Fail109,307 miles (-12,439)2 repaired13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,307 miles
    Test number
    482954548254
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Damage to outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very low on outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very low on inner, damage to outer sidewall (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Considerable leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test No rear seats fitted at time of test
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch All wheels

  4. Pass121,746 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    121,746 miles
    Test number
    891239142247
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryEngine management light is on

  5. Fail121,746 miles (+8,738)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,746 miles
    Test number
    785199391606
    • Repaired at testRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryEngine management light is on

  6. Pass113,008 miles (+5,480)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    113,008 miles
    Test number
    375649395168
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on the inner edges
    • NoteOil leak

  7. Pass107,528 miles (+8,720)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    107,528 miles
    Test number
    108675284474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass98,808 miles (+9,150)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    98,808 miles
    Test number
    516175383005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass89,658 miles (+11,797)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    89,658 miles
    Test number
    578391392061
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass77,861 miles (+6,318)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    77,861 miles
    Test number
    208243781047
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail71,543 miles4 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,543 miles
    Test number
    123945580403
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteO/s door area danaged

  12. Pass71,543 miles (+2,496)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    71,543 miles
    Test number
    314865380028
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteO/s door area danaged

  13. Pass69,047 miles (+7,396)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    69,047 miles
    Test number
    392674289091
    • 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)

  14. Pass61,651 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    61,651 miles
    Test number
    942929288043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail61,651 miles (+4,523)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,651 miles
    Test number
    823358988017
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp sequence is incorrect (3.4.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  16. Pass57,128 miles (+5,127)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    57,128 miles
    Test number
    911628987081
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  17. Pass52,001 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    52,001 miles
    Test number
    532710396057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y238 OWO

Does Y238 OWO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y238 OWO expired on 22 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y238 OWO?
The MOT on Y238 OWO expired on 22 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y238 OWO done?
Y238 OWO was recorded at 109,588 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2024, an average of 3,232 miles a year.
Has Y238 OWO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y238 OWO has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on Y238 OWO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Mar 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y238 OWO find?
Y238 OWO passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2024 with 4 advisories: front coil spring corroded; front oil leak, but not excessive; rear coil spring corroded, and 1 more.

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