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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 1,422 cc

Y248 LHEMOT history

Y248 LHE is a silver diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 4 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 21 Dec 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 190,454 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Dec 2022.

Y248 LHE silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 21 Dec 2023
Mileage
190,454 mi
At MOT on 22 Dec 2022
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,113 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y248 LHE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,422 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
4 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
22 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y248 LHE was last recorded at 190,454 miles on 22 Dec 2022, 111 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
190,343 miles · 13 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
111 miles
Average per year
7,113 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 190,454 miles
  • 2021 – 182,795 miles
  • 2020 – 174,073 miles
  • 2019 – 162,539 miles
  • 2018 – 154,214 miles
  • 2017 – 146,298 miles
  • 2016 – 144,796 miles
  • 2015 – 141,403 miles
  • 2014 – 137,999 miles
  • 2013 – 124,835 miles
  • 2012 – 113,162 miles
  • 2011 – 108,456 miles
  • 2010 – 103,691 miles
  • 2009 – 98,380 miles
  • 2008 – 90,435 miles
  • 2007 – 81,132 miles
  • 2006 – 73,059 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass190,454 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Obligatory mirror slightly damaged front o/s outer wing mirror damage (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front both n/s o/s brake disc worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront front both n/s o/s tyres catching body workRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge front n/s inner tyre worn (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer front n/s outer wing holedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear rear exhaust catching rear axleRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leakRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle body showing signs of surface rustRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively rear o/s brake binding

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output front both n/s o/s outer headlight lenses misty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair rear n/s brake showing low effort

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s o/s front disc worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 21 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass190,454 miles (+111)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    190,454 miles
    Test number
    975890356079
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Obligatory mirror slightly damaged front o/s outer wing mirror damage (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front both n/s o/s brake disc worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront front both n/s o/s tyres catching body work
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge front n/s inner tyre worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer front n/s outer wing holed
    • AdvisoryRear rear exhaust catching rear axle
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle body showing signs of surface rust

  2. Fail190,343 miles (+7,548)4 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,343 miles
    Test number
    945345715067
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn front both n/s o/s anti-roll links worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front n/s lower outer ball joint worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Parking brake efficiency below requirements rear handbrake showing low effort at rear wheels (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Obligatory mirror slightly damaged front o/s outer wing mirror damage (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front both n/s o/s brake disc worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront front both n/s o/s tyres catching body work
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge front n/s inner tyre worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer front n/s outer wing holed
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear both n/s o/s brake disc worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear rear both n/s o/s brakes binding
    • AdvisoryRear rear exhaust catching rear axle
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle body showing signs of surface rust

  3. Pass182,795 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    182,795 miles
    Test number
    887675047927
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output front both n/s o/s outer headlight lenses misty (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair rear n/s brake showing low effort (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively rear o/s brake binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  4. Fail182,794 miles (+8,721)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,794 miles
    Test number
    688295329945
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm rear n/s tyre worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output front both n/s o/s outer headlight lenses misty (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair rear n/s brake showing low effort (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively rear o/s brake binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  5. Pass174,073 miles (+11,534)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    174,073 miles
    Test number
    227386098269
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge front n/s inner tyre edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge front o/s inner tyre edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively rear o/s brake binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  6. Pass162,539 miles (+4)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    162,539 miles
    Test number
    110838803022
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Obligatory mirror slightly damaged door mirror glass slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s o/s front disc worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin front both n/s o/s front brake pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both n/s o/s (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryLittle reserve travel in handbrake

  7. Fail162,535 miles (+8,321)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,535 miles
    Test number
    699311092938
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Obligatory mirror slightly damaged door mirror glass slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s o/s front disc worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin front both n/s o/s front brake pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both n/s o/s (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryLittle reserve travel in handbrake

  8. Pass154,214 miles (+13)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    154,214 miles
    Test number
    213077928588
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail154,201 miles (+7,903)2 dangerous3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,201 miles
    Test number
    525825780660
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 185/55/14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre wearing uneven on inner edge

  10. Pass146,298 miles (+1,502)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    146,298 miles
    Test number
    537014856850
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryDiesel fuel smell under bonnet

  11. Pass144,796 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    144,796 miles
    Test number
    778444831002
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryDiesel smell around engine bay
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake discs rusty (brake performance not affected)

  12. Fail144,796 miles (+3,393)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,796 miles
    Test number
    874571946058
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryDiesel smell around engine bay
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake discs rusty (brake performance not affected)

  13. Pass141,403 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    141,403 miles
    Test number
    836736435285
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteRear brake discs deteriorated
    • NoteSlight damage to nearside rear brake hose

  14. Fail141,403 miles (+3,404)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,403 miles
    Test number
    539466435269
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteHand brake lever rough operation
    • NoteRear brake discs deteriorated

  15. Pass137,999 miles (+13,164)4 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    137,999 miles
    Test number
    905921844246
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside front tyre sidewall cut but not deep enough to reach cords
    • NoteSmall stone chips across screen

  16. Pass124,835 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    124,835 miles
    Test number
    789708093122
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront tyres starting to perish

  17. Fail124,835 miles (+11,673)2 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,835 miles
    Test number
    809397393140
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront tyres starting to perish

  18. Pass113,162 miles (+4,706)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    113,162 miles
    Test number
    897715392133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass108,456 miles (+4,765)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    108,456 miles
    Test number
    858767391170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass103,691 miles (+5,311)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    103,691 miles
    Test number
    860623980109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass98,380 miles (+7,945)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    98,380 miles
    Test number
    251135189454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass90,435 miles (+9,303)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    90,435 miles
    Test number
    292093998496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass81,132 miles (+8,073)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    81,132 miles
    Test number
    953294677187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass73,059 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    73,059 miles
    Test number
    861012576138
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNsf wiper

Questions about Y248 LHE

Does Y248 LHE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y248 LHE expired on 21 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y248 LHE?
The MOT on Y248 LHE expired on 21 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y248 LHE done?
Y248 LHE was recorded at 190,454 miles at its MOT on 22 Dec 2022, an average of 7,113 miles a year.
Has Y248 LHE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y248 LHE has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on Y248 LHE 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 Y248 LHE find?
Y248 LHE passed its latest MOT on 22 Dec 2022 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: offside front outer obligatory mirror slightly damaged front o/s outer wing mirror damage; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front both n/s o/s brake disc worn; front front both n/s o/s tyres catching body work, and 5 more.

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