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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 999 cc

Y249 DABMOT history

Y249 DAB is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 19 Dec 2024 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 82,406 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Dec 2023.

Y249 DAB silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 Dec 2024
Mileage
82,406 mi
At MOT on 20 Dec 2023
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,555 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y249 DAB
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
30 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
20 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y249 DAB was last recorded at 82,406 miles on 20 Dec 2023, 3,480 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,926 miles · 26 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
3,480 miles
Average per year
2,555 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 82,406 miles
  • 2022 – 78,926 miles
  • 2021 – 75,389 miles
  • 2020 – 73,863 miles
  • 2019 – 66,460 miles
  • 2018 – 63,921 miles
  • 2017 – 61,307 miles
  • 2016 – 59,059 miles
  • 2015 – 55,812 miles
  • 2014 – 55,346 miles
  • 2013 – 54,262 miles
  • 2012 – 53,519 miles
  • 2011 – 52,919 miles
  • 2010 – 52,428 miles
  • 2009 – 51,988 miles
  • 2008 – 51,249 miles
  • 2007 – 48,201 miles
  • 2006 – 45,669 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,406 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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 Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 155/70R13 75T

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Outer Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 9 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,406 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    82,406 miles
    Test number
    731338769641
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail82,406 miles (+3,480)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,406 miles
    Test number
    628454609040
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass78,926 miles (+3,537)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    78,926 miles
    Test number
    998486244547
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective n/s and o/s (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass75,389 miles (+1,526)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    75,389 miles
    Test number
    640260379470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass73,863 miles (+35)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    73,863 miles
    Test number
    639238838422
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 155/70R13 75T (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail73,828 miles (+7,368)2 dangerous3 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,828 miles
    Test number
    792443092868
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 155/70R13 75T (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass66,460 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    66,460 miles
    Test number
    779714519527
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail66,460 miles (+2,539)1 repaired2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,460 miles
    Test number
    635782657591
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass63,921 miles (+2,614)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    63,921 miles
    Test number
    995831809725

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass61,307 miles (+2,248)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    61,307 miles
    Test number
    999186857480
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Bald on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Bald on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  11. Pass59,059 miles (+3,247)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    59,059 miles
    Test number
    196489471571
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  12. Pass55,812 miles (+466)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2016
    Odometer
    55,812 miles
    Test number
    697516925185
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  13. Pass55,346 miles (+1,084)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    55,346 miles
    Test number
    849759904337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass54,262 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    54,262 miles
    Test number
    836590413340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail54,262 miles (+743)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,262 miles
    Test number
    189110613312
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  16. Pass53,519 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    53,519 miles
    Test number
    767256302303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail53,517 miles (+598)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,517 miles
    Test number
    525575102352
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass52,919 miles (+491)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    52,919 miles
    Test number
    106471911327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass52,428 miles (+440)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    52,428 miles
    Test number
    982833710397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail51,988 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,988 miles
    Test number
    910584819308
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass51,988 miles (+739)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    51,988 miles
    Test number
    972514219350
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass51,249 miles (+3,048)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    51,249 miles
    Test number
    612215318315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass48,201 miles (+2,532)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    48,201 miles
    Test number
    251299307309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass45,669 miles (+9,106)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    45,669 miles
    Test number
    172824016348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass36,563 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    36,563 miles
    Test number
    422469806029
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about Y249 DAB

Does Y249 DAB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y249 DAB expired on 19 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y249 DAB?
The MOT on Y249 DAB expired on 19 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y249 DAB done?
Y249 DAB was recorded at 82,406 miles at its MOT on 20 Dec 2023, an average of 2,555 miles a year.
Has Y249 DAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y249 DAB has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on Y249 DAB 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 Y249 DAB find?
Y249 DAB passed its latest MOT on 20 Dec 2023 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 2mm; oil leak, but not excessive.

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