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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y249 VGOMOT history

Y249 VGO is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 2 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 11 Oct 2024 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 102,574 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Sept 2023.

Y249 VGO blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 11 Oct 2024
Mileage
102,574 mi
At MOT on 27 Sept 2023
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,803 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y249 VGO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
2 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
27 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y249 VGO was last recorded at 102,574 miles on 27 Sept 2023, 3,539 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,035 miles · 11 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
3,539 miles
Average per year
4,803 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 102,574 miles
  • 2022 – 99,035 miles
  • 2021 – 95,432 miles
  • 2020 – 93,113 miles
  • 2019 – 90,791 miles
  • 2018 – 88,778 miles
  • 2017 – 76,518 miles
  • 2016 – 66,421 miles
  • 2015 – 59,410 miles
  • 2014 – 53,743 miles
  • 2013 – 47,592 miles
  • 2011 – 37,581 miles
  • 2010 – 32,902 miles
  • 2009 – 30,353 miles
  • 2008 – 26,409 miles
  • 2007 – 23,485 miles
  • 2006 – 20,514 miles
  • 2005 – 16,806 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,574 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH REAR FERRALS (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH REAR (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output BOTH FRONTS CLOUDY (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryREAR BEAM CORRODED
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH FRONT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

31 tests since 18 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,574 miles (+3,539)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    102,574 miles
    Test number
    659151569209
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule BOTH REAR FERRALS (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output BOTH FRONTS CLOUDY (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryREAR BEAM CORRODED
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH FRONT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass99,035 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    99,035 miles
    Test number
    467927869954
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Fail99,035 miles (+3,603)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,035 miles
    Test number
    570905443195
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEmissions not tested exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Centre section (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Pass95,432 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    95,432 miles
    Test number
    833736063146
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail95,431 miles (+2,318)1 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,431 miles
    Test number
    497492106475
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively o/s + n/s (split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass93,113 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    93,113 miles
    Test number
    774380693267
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s + n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brakes pipes rusty

  7. Fail93,113 miles (+2,322)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,113 miles
    Test number
    869711150374
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s + n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brakes pipes rusty

  8. Pass90,791 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    90,791 miles
    Test number
    911659158065
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront drop-links worn and have slight movement

  9. Fail90,791 miles (+2,013)4 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,791 miles
    Test number
    207921808245
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront drop-links worn and have slight movement

  10. Pass88,778 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    88,778 miles
    Test number
    693617241872
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail88,778 miles (+2,961)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,778 miles
    Test number
    619849143748
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass85,817 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    85,817 miles
    Test number
    722370017964
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  13. Fail85,817 miles (+9,299)7 failures1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,817 miles
    Test number
    940976487969
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp missing (1.2.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  14. Pass76,518 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    76,518 miles
    Test number
    378660310820
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  15. Fail76,518 miles (+10,097)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,518 miles
    Test number
    355408864070
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  16. Pass66,421 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    66,421 miles
    Test number
    323300778061
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre tread slightly stepped
    • AdvisoryClutch operation / may require adjustment
    • AdvisoryService due

  17. Fail66,421 miles (+7,011)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,421 miles
    Test number
    530004923376
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre tread slightly stepped
    • AdvisoryClutch operation / may require adjustment
    • AdvisoryService due

  18. Pass59,410 miles (+5,667)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    59,410 miles
    Test number
    717403265049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail53,743 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,743 miles
    Test number
    326772874080
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perrished

  20. Pass53,743 miles (+6,151)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    53,743 miles
    Test number
    927532874029
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perrished

  21. Pass47,592 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    47,592 miles
    Test number
    105371863426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail47,584 miles (+10,003)2 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,584 miles
    Test number
    416201863012
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  23. Pass37,581 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    37,581 miles
    Test number
    246485421350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail37,581 miles (+4,679)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,581 miles
    Test number
    735655721344
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  25. Fail32,902 miles2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,902 miles
    Test number
    482350030342
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres sidewalls perished.
    • NoteGearbox is leaking oil.

  26. Pass32,902 miles (+2,549)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    32,902 miles
    Test number
    563180830358
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres sidewalls perished.
    • NoteGearbox is leaking oil.

  27. Pass30,353 miles (+3,944)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    30,353 miles
    Test number
    370098019371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass26,409 miles (+2,924)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    26,409 miles
    Test number
    122477928312
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  29. Pass23,485 miles (+2,971)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    23,485 miles
    Test number
    982248427305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass20,514 miles (+3,708)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    20,514 miles
    Test number
    410981736388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass16,806 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    16,806 miles
    Test number
    430222025408
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about Y249 VGO

Does Y249 VGO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y249 VGO expired on 11 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y249 VGO?
The MOT on Y249 VGO expired on 11 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y249 VGO done?
Y249 VGO was recorded at 102,574 miles at its MOT on 27 Sept 2023, an average of 4,803 miles a year.
Has Y249 VGO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y249 VGO has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on Y249 VGO 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 VGO find?
Y249 VGO passed its latest MOT on 27 Sept 2023 with 5 advisories: brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear ferrals; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear; headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both fronts cloudy, and 2 more.

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