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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 999 cc

Y241 BCWMOT history

Y241 BCW is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 6 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 21 Dec 2021 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 97,567 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2021.

Y241 BCW silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Dec 2021
Mileage
97,567 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2021
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,697 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y241 BCW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
6 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Dec 2021
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y241 BCW was last recorded at 97,567 miles on 8 Dec 2021, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,554 miles · 22 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
3,697 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 97,567 miles
  • 2020 – 97,554 miles
  • 2019 – 97,523 miles
  • 2018 – 97,478 miles
  • 2017 – 97,303 miles
  • 2016 – 94,648 miles
  • 2015 – 90,590 miles
  • 2014 – 86,555 miles
  • 2013 – 84,019 miles
  • 2012 – 81,482 miles
  • 2011 – 78,036 miles
  • 2010 – 64,725 miles
  • 2009 – 57,252 miles
  • 2008 – 51,118 miles
  • 2007 – 44,511 miles
  • 2006 – 39,692 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail97,567 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
  • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
  • AdvisoryCoolant level below minimum
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Steering and suspension components corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Axel corroded
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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 Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Lower ball joint boot slightly perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor damaged but not excessively bolt missing /snapped,sensor still secure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Coil spring corroded nearside & offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 13 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail97,567 miles (+13)2 dangerous5 major3 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,567 miles
    Test number
    485702180430
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level below minimum
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering and suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axel corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass97,554 miles (+31)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    97,554 miles
    Test number
    693451079547
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective nearside and offside blades starting to split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge getting low on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses deteriorated not adversely affecting beam images
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam corroded
    • AdvisoryRear struts/shock absorber casings corroded, nearside and offside

  3. Pass97,523 miles (+45)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    97,523 miles
    Test number
    680518001502
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel arch area corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass97,478 miles (+4)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    97,478 miles
    Test number
    647232041359
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower ball joint boot slightly perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor damaged but not excessively bolt missing /snapped,sensor still secure (1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside & offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam

  5. Fail97,474 miles (+171)5 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,474 miles
    Test number
    818227209357
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect nearside & offside, lenses deteriorated (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower ball joint boot slightly perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor damaged but not excessively bolt missing /snapped,sensor still secure (1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside & offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam

  6. Pass97,303 miles (+21)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    97,303 miles
    Test number
    644288458656
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside & offside (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  7. Fail97,282 miles (+2,634)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,282 miles
    Test number
    757221249881
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre getting low on inside edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  8. Pass94,648 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    94,648 miles
    Test number
    489064071876

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail94,645 miles (+4,055)1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,645 miles
    Test number
    308458881542
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  10. Pass90,590 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    90,590 miles
    Test number
    244356658221
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  11. Fail90,588 miles (+4,033)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,588 miles
    Test number
    159652701868
    • FailureCentre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

  12. Pass86,555 miles (+2,536)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    86,555 miles
    Test number
    438342654386
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Pass84,019 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    84,019 miles
    Test number
    768324543394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail84,017 miles (+2,535)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,017 miles
    Test number
    458644843330
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass81,482 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    81,482 miles
    Test number
    136536442350
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOil round gearbox no leaks detected
    • NotePart of exhaust system slightly deteriorated

  16. Fail81,482 miles (+3,446)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,482 miles
    Test number
    367046242329
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOil round gearbox no leaks detected
    • NotePart of exhaust system slightly deteriorated

  17. Pass78,036 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    78,036 miles
    Test number
    736815451358
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear brake dragging slightly not detecting bind on brake test

  18. Fail78,036 miles (+4,612)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,036 miles
    Test number
    237884651390
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside rear brake dragging slightly not detecting bind on brake test

  19. Pass73,424 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2012
    Odometer
    73,424 miles
    Test number
    886627911192
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail73,424 miles (+8,699)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,424 miles
    Test number
    497067011140
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass64,725 miles (+7,473)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2011
    Odometer
    64,725 miles
    Test number
    281377810162
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass57,252 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2010
    Odometer
    57,252 miles
    Test number
    534334739180
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail57,252 miles (+6,134)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,252 miles
    Test number
    641594239100
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass51,118 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2009
    Odometer
    51,118 miles
    Test number
    313827138181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail51,118 miles (+6,607)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,118 miles
    Test number
    714957938140
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  26. Pass44,511 miles (+4,819)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2008
    Odometer
    44,511 miles
    Test number
    923971947135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass39,692 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    39,692 miles
    Test number
    412053306163
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about Y241 BCW

Does Y241 BCW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y241 BCW expired on 21 Dec 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y241 BCW?
The MOT on Y241 BCW expired on 21 Dec 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y241 BCW done?
Y241 BCW was recorded at 97,567 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2021, an average of 3,697 miles a year.
Has Y241 BCW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y241 BCW has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on Y241 BCW 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 Y241 BCW find?
Y241 BCW failed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2021 with 2 dangerous defects, 5 major defects, 3 minor defects and 12 advisories: offside rear tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; rear stop lamp(s) all not working; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction, and 19 more.

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