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Volkswagen Polo

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y239 WGAMOT history

Y239 WGA is a green petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 14 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 21 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 83,910 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2025.

Y239 WGA green Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Oct 2026
Mileage
83,910 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2025
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,840 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y239 WGA
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
14 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y239 WGA was last recorded at 83,910 miles on 22 Oct 2025, 385 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,525 miles · 26 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
385 miles
Average per year
2,840 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 83,910 miles
  • 2024 – 76,359 miles
  • 2023 – 75,490 miles
  • 2022 – 72,021 miles
  • 2021 – 65,640 miles
  • 2020 – 61,965 miles
  • 2019 – 61,283 miles
  • 2018 – 60,444 miles
  • 2017 – 58,508 miles
  • 2016 – 57,182 miles
  • 2015 – 54,130 miles
  • 2014 – 52,755 miles
  • 2013 – 50,247 miles
  • 2012 – 47,607 miles
  • 2011 – 44,564 miles
  • 2010 – 41,068 miles
  • 2009 – 39,190 miles
  • 2008 – 36,266 miles
  • 2007 – 32,305 miles
  • 2006 – 28,044 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,910 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear middle seat missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2012

Full MOT history

27 tests since 18 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,910 miles (+385)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    83,910 miles
    Test number
    616164926326
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail83,525 miles (+7,166)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,525 miles
    Test number
    478149016150
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass76,359 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2025
    Odometer
    76,359 miles
    Test number
    137461935247
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail76,358 miles (+868)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,358 miles
    Test number
    205091437047
    • DangerousOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass75,490 miles (+3,469)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    75,490 miles
    Test number
    882714971269
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass72,021 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    72,021 miles
    Test number
    812991010135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail72,011 miles (+6,371)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,011 miles
    Test number
    260408727392
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  8. Pass65,640 miles (+3,675)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    65,640 miles
    Test number
    507987561664

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass61,965 miles (+682)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    61,965 miles
    Test number
    157213885817

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass61,283 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    61,283 miles
    Test number
    170104902765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail61,283 miles (+839)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,283 miles
    Test number
    457749074928
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  12. Pass60,444 miles (+8)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    60,444 miles
    Test number
    386778086663
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear middle seat missing

  13. Fail60,436 miles (+1,928)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,436 miles
    Test number
    825556202472
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear middle seat missing

  14. Pass58,508 miles (+1,326)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    58,508 miles
    Test number
    459840241441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass57,182 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    57,182 miles
    Test number
    833517610361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail57,182 miles (+3,052)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,182 miles
    Test number
    898295083752
    • FailureFront constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc n/s /f gaitor torn (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureHeadlamp not working on dipped beam n/s lamp not working (1.7.5a)
    • FailureShock absorber has a serious fluid leak n/s rear badlel leaked (2.7.3)

  17. Pass54,130 miles (+1,375)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    54,130 miles
    Test number
    517681845063
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass52,755 miles (+2,508)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    52,755 miles
    Test number
    718641174049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass50,247 miles (+2,640)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    50,247 miles
    Test number
    165655643494
    • 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)

  20. Pass47,607 miles (+3,043)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    47,607 miles
    Test number
    497910572022
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  21. Pass44,564 miles (+3,496)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    44,564 miles
    Test number
    627870571067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass41,068 miles (+1,878)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    41,068 miles
    Test number
    430324040068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass39,190 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    39,190 miles
    Test number
    853570349044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail39,190 miles (+2,924)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,190 miles
    Test number
    881390749041
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass36,266 miles (+3,961)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    36,266 miles
    Test number
    260970348010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass32,305 miles (+4,261)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    32,305 miles
    Test number
    813677347028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass28,044 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    28,044 miles
    Test number
    123289046098
    • 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)

Questions about Y239 WGA

Does Y239 WGA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y239 WGA expired on 21 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y239 WGA?
The MOT on Y239 WGA expired on 21 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y239 WGA done?
Y239 WGA was recorded at 83,910 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2025, an average of 2,840 miles a year.
Has Y239 WGA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y239 WGA has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on Y239 WGA 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 Y239 WGA find?
Y239 WGA passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; oil leak, but not excessive.

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