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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y243 YKEMOT history

Y243 YKE is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 6 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 144,000 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2026.

Y243 YKE red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Nov 2026
Mileage
144,000 mi
At MOT on 26 Oct 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,016 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y243 YKE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y243 YKE was last recorded at 144,000 miles on 26 Oct 2026, 4,513 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,487 miles · 5 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
4,513 miles
Average per year
5,016 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 144,000 miles
  • 2025 – 139,487 miles
  • 2024 – 136,618 miles
  • 2023 – 131,473 miles
  • 2022 – 130,136 miles
  • 2021 – 127,262 miles
  • 2020 – 124,871 miles
  • 2019 – 121,671 miles
  • 2018 – 119,198 miles
  • 2017 – 112,890 miles
  • 2015 – 108,763 miles
  • 2014 – 103,114 miles
  • 2013 – 93,825 miles
  • 2012 – 88,101 miles
  • 2011 – 83,515 miles
  • 2010 – 76,863 miles
  • 2009 – 70,480 miles
  • 2008 – 61,293 miles
  • 2007 – 50,448 miles
  • 2006 – 41,058 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail144,000 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2018

  • Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2010

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail144,000 miles (+4,513)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,000 miles
    Test number
    830036521297
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass139,487 miles (+2,869)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    139,487 miles
    Test number
    733684755567
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated pair (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge pair (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn unevenly
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Road wheel slightly distorted pair (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  3. Pass136,618 miles (+5,145)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    136,618 miles
    Test number
    175134940138
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass131,473 miles (+1,337)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    131,473 miles
    Test number
    678741178838

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass130,136 miles (+2,874)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    130,136 miles
    Test number
    496403072973
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust clamp deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear box seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass127,262 miles (+47)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    127,262 miles
    Test number
    464540308725
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Fail127,215 miles (+2,344)4 major3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,215 miles
    Test number
    695304619269
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear high level brake lamp not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFan belt deteriorated

  8. Pass124,871 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    124,871 miles
    Test number
    126545878369
    • MinorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak from gearbox selector seal and sump plug
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  9. Fail124,871 miles (+3,200)1 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,871 miles
    Test number
    621509059386
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak from gearbox selector seal and sump plug
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  10. Pass121,671 miles (+2,473)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    121,671 miles
    Test number
    164420548374
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear exhaust clamp deteriorated

  11. Pass119,198 miles (+6,308)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    119,198 miles
    Test number
    100944358473
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Pass112,890 miles (+4,127)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    112,890 miles
    Test number
    850518945205
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit shoulders (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake slightly grabbing
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Pass108,763 miles (+5,649)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    108,763 miles
    Test number
    448999040236
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear exhaust slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Pass103,114 miles (+9,289)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    103,114 miles
    Test number
    265320534219
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteCentre exhaust deteriorated

  15. Pass93,825 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    93,825 miles
    Test number
    356304753169
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteOffside rear tyer worn uneven

  16. Fail93,825 miles (+5,724)3 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,825 miles
    Test number
    577544653172
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteOffside rear tyer worn uneven

  17. Pass88,101 miles (+4,586)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    88,101 miles
    Test number
    589698052031
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteREAR BRAKE DISCS ARE SHOWING SOME DETERIORATION ON THERE INNER BRAKE SURFACES.

  18. Pass83,515 miles (+4)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    83,515 miles
    Test number
    748175271011
    • NoteN/S/F TYRE WORN DOWN TO 2.0MM
    • NoteO/S/F LOWER SUSPENSION ARM REARMOST BUSH SHOWING SOME WEAR AND DETERIORATION.
    • NoteREAR BRAKE DISCS ARE SHOWING WEAR AND DETERIORATION AND THERE BRAKE SURFACES
    • NoteREAR BRAKE PADS ARE WEARING LOW(VISUAL CHECK ONLY)

  19. Fail83,511 miles (+6,648)2 failures1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,511 miles
    Test number
    815174571003
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteFRONT BRAKE DISCS ARE SHOWING WEAR AND DETERIORATION ON THERE BRAKE SURFACE.
    • NoteFRONT BRAKE PADS ARE WEARING LOW(VISUAL CHECK ONLY)
    • NoteN/S/F TYRE WORN DOWN TO 2.0MM
    • NoteO/S/F LOWER SUSPENSION ARM REARMOST BUSH SHOWING SOME WEAR AND DETERIORATION.
    • NoteREAR BRAKE DISCS ARE SHOWING WEAR AND DETERIORATION AND THERE BRAKE SURFACES
    • NoteREAR BRAKE PADS ARE WEARING LOW(VISUAL CHECK ONLY)

  20. Pass76,863 miles (+6,383)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    76,863 miles
    Test number
    241122680095
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass70,480 miles (+9,187)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    70,480 miles
    Test number
    693047289037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail61,293 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,293 miles
    Test number
    843258298007
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass61,293 miles (+10,845)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    61,293 miles
    Test number
    972208198026
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass50,448 miles (+400)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    50,448 miles
    Test number
    621723407196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass50,048 miles (+8,990)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    50,048 miles
    Test number
    171931377072
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass41,058 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    41,058 miles
    Test number
    410048606180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y243 YKE

Does Y243 YKE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y243 YKE is valid until 6 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y243 YKE?
The MOT on Y243 YKE is valid until 6 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y243 YKE done?
Y243 YKE was recorded at 144,000 miles at its MOT on 26 Oct 2026, an average of 5,016 miles a year.
Has Y243 YKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y243 YKE has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on Y243 YKE 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 Y243 YKE find?
Y243 YKE failed its latest MOT on 26 Oct 2026 with 1 major defect, 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside front position lamp not working; nearside rear brake hose slightly twisted; coolant leak, and 6 more.

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