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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 1,400 cc

Y23 EJCMOT history

Y23 EJC is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 20 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 9 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 133,496 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2026.

Y23 EJC silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 9 Nov 2026
Mileage
133,496 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,479 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y23 EJC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
20 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y23 EJC was last recorded at 133,496 miles on 21 Oct 2026, 856 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,640 miles · 7 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
856 miles
Average per year
6,479 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 133,496 miles
  • 2025 – 132,640 miles
  • 2024 – 129,410 miles
  • 2023 – 122,353 miles
  • 2022 – 117,275 miles
  • 2021 – 112,551 miles
  • 2020 – 107,686 miles
  • 2019 – 98,604 miles
  • 2018 – 82,814 miles
  • 2017 – 65,628 miles
  • 2016 – 52,349 miles
  • 2015 – 48,765 miles
  • 2014 – 45,276 miles
  • 2013 – 41,436 miles
  • 2012 – 37,283 miles
  • 2011 – 31,483 miles
  • 2010 – 22,666 miles
  • 2009 – 19,503 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail133,496 miles
  • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill marked with yellow chalk (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024

What MOT failures 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 18 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail133,496 miles (+856)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,496 miles
    Test number
    541965863283
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill marked with yellow chalk (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass132,640 miles (+25)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    132,640 miles
    Test number
    942332977554
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail132,615 miles (+3,205)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,615 miles
    Test number
    985641226065
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass129,410 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    129,410 miles
    Test number
    834575074410
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail129,410 miles (+7,057)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,410 miles
    Test number
    750666438915
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass122,353 miles (+5,078)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    122,353 miles
    Test number
    528879933321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass117,275 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    117,275 miles
    Test number
    834497825691
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray and engine cover fitted

  8. Fail117,275 miles (+169)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,275 miles
    Test number
    407714956892
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray and engine cover fitted

  9. Fail117,106 miles (+4,555)1 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,106 miles
    Test number
    832529233780
    • DangerousNearside Rear Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases At front flex (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass112,551 miles (+4,865)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    112,551 miles
    Test number
    220008244439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass107,686 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    107,686 miles
    Test number
    446979541506
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail107,686 miles (+9,082)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,686 miles
    Test number
    550600071095
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass98,604 miles (+15,790)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    98,604 miles
    Test number
    729607379147
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass82,814 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    82,814 miles
    Test number
    451286181635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail82,814 miles (+17,186)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,814 miles
    Test number
    571245035459
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  16. Pass65,628 miles (+13,279)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    65,628 miles
    Test number
    683878023117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass52,349 miles (+490)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    52,349 miles
    Test number
    478372440717

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass51,859 miles (+3,094)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    51,859 miles
    Test number
    802315338287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass48,765 miles (+3,489)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    48,765 miles
    Test number
    869480435007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass45,276 miles (+3,840)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    45,276 miles
    Test number
    637927434076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear tyres perished

  21. Pass41,436 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    41,436 miles
    Test number
    536268733085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail41,436 miles (+4,153)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,436 miles
    Test number
    538367533034
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  23. Fail37,283 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,283 miles
    Test number
    795594732065
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  24. Pass37,283 miles (+5,800)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    37,283 miles
    Test number
    945524632082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass31,483 miles (+8,817)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    31,483 miles
    Test number
    677178431059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass22,666 miles (+3,163)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    22,666 miles
    Test number
    794330440013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass19,503 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    19,503 miles
    Test number
    580767579037
    • NoteCut in the nearside front tyre outer wall

Questions about Y23 EJC

Does Y23 EJC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y23 EJC is valid until 9 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y23 EJC?
The MOT on Y23 EJC is valid until 9 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y23 EJC done?
Y23 EJC was recorded at 133,496 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2026, an average of 6,479 miles a year.
Has Y23 EJC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y23 EJC has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on Y23 EJC 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 Y23 EJC find?
Y23 EJC failed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2026 with 2 major defects and 2 advisories: offside integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill marked with yellow chalk; offside rear shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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