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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y242 NDVMOT history

Y242 NDV is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 2 Oct 2023 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 110,394 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2022.

Y242 NDV black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 2 Oct 2023
Mileage
110,394 mi
At MOT on 3 Oct 2022
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,272 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y242 NDV
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
30 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
3 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y242 NDV was last recorded at 110,394 miles on 3 Oct 2022, 14,514 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,880 miles · 6 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
14,514 miles
Average per year
5,272 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 110,394 miles
  • 2021 – 95,880 miles
  • 2019 – 82,151 miles
  • 2018 – 78,001 miles
  • 2017 – 74,533 miles
  • 2016 – 69,078 miles
  • 2015 – 66,647 miles
  • 2014 – 60,984 miles
  • 2013 – 55,942 miles
  • 2012 – 51,759 miles
  • 2011 – 46,979 miles
  • 2010 – 42,544 miles
  • 2009 – 37,435 miles
  • 2008 – 31,612 miles
  • 2007 – 27,094 miles
  • 2006 – 23,330 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,394 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp leveler not tested

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 Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass110,394 miles2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    110,394 miles
    Test number
    920101373682
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp leveler not tested

  2. Fail110,394 miles (+14,514)1 dangerous8 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,394 miles
    Test number
    855391324042
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp leveler not tested

  3. Pass95,880 miles (+1)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    95,880 miles
    Test number
    407233581856
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnable to test headlamp leveling device

  4. Fail95,879 miles (+4,613)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,879 miles
    Test number
    492907083040
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective both (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnable to test headlamp leveling device

  5. Pass91,266 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    91,266 miles
    Test number
    428129353201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail91,266 miles (+9,115)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,266 miles
    Test number
    373416226510
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn on lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement on lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing bad surface cracks on tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass82,151 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    82,151 miles
    Test number
    483989244746
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail82,151 miles (+4,150)2 major2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,151 miles
    Test number
    906742243966
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively nearside and offside (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass78,001 miles (+3,468)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    78,001 miles
    Test number
    886067743863
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  10. Pass74,533 miles (+5,455)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    74,533 miles
    Test number
    114400697853
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Pass69,078 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    69,078 miles
    Test number
    343909409614
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Fail69,078 miles (+2,431)4 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,078 miles
    Test number
    427250258108
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass66,647 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    66,647 miles
    Test number
    567642815152
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  14. Fail86,647 miles (+25,663)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,647 miles
    Test number
    216182515135
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  15. Pass60,984 miles (+5,042)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    60,984 miles
    Test number
    259305914127
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inside/outside edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inside edge

  16. Pass55,942 miles (+4,183)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    55,942 miles
    Test number
    787206803164
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass51,759 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    51,759 miles
    Test number
    857691512118
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  18. Fail51,759 miles (+4,780)2 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,759 miles
    Test number
    626921112129
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorating

  19. Pass46,979 miles (+4,435)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    46,979 miles
    Test number
    325520811171
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass42,544 miles (+5,109)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    42,544 miles
    Test number
    562080710166
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass37,435 miles (+5,823)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    37,435 miles
    Test number
    551374599079
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass31,612 miles (+4,518)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    31,612 miles
    Test number
    583671698029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass27,094 miles (+3,764)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    27,094 miles
    Test number
    642892497003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass23,330 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    23,330 miles
    Test number
    510438886083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail23,330 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,330 miles
    Test number
    684378786012
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Questions about Y242 NDV

Does Y242 NDV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y242 NDV expired on 2 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y242 NDV?
The MOT on Y242 NDV expired on 2 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y242 NDV done?
Y242 NDV was recorded at 110,394 miles at its MOT on 3 Oct 2022, an average of 5,272 miles a year.
Has Y242 NDV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y242 NDV has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on Y242 NDV 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 Y242 NDV find?
Y242 NDV passed its latest MOT on 3 Oct 2022 with 2 minor defects and 9 advisories: central stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 8 more.

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