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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 999 cc

Y252 GFVMOT history

Y252 GFV is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 10 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 3 Aug 2024 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 167,430 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2023.

Y252 GFV blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 3 Aug 2024
Mileage
167,430 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2023
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,518 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y252 GFV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
10 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y252 GFV was last recorded at 167,430 miles on 27 Jul 2023, 3,363 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,067 miles · 2 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
3,363 miles
Average per year
5,518 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 167,430 miles
  • 2022 – 164,067 miles
  • 2021 – 161,907 miles
  • 2020 – 159,055 miles
  • 2019 – 157,032 miles
  • 2018 – 155,486 miles
  • 2017 – 150,052 miles
  • 2016 – 145,742 miles
  • 2015 – 138,259 miles
  • 2013 – 130,909 miles
  • 2012 – 122,036 miles
  • 2011 – 113,738 miles
  • 2010 – 104,060 miles
  • 2009 – 93,305 miles
  • 2008 – 84,959 miles
  • 2007 – 77,240 miles
  • 2006 – 70,570 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,430 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (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.

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

27 tests since 6 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,430 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    167,430 miles
    Test number
    761205249459
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail167,430 miles (+3,363)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,430 miles
    Test number
    772957257353
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass164,067 miles (+2,160)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    164,067 miles
    Test number
    666441254208
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass161,907 miles (+2,852)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    161,907 miles
    Test number
    683189130106
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass159,055 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    159,055 miles
    Test number
    893813093277
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail159,055 miles (+33)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,055 miles
    Test number
    351348313575
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail159,022 miles (+1,990)3 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,022 miles
    Test number
    899199938481
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp defective (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged perished (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBattery, engine malfunction, oil lights appear to be covered with black tape

  8. Pass157,032 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    157,032 miles
    Test number
    242694613731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail157,032 miles (+1,546)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,032 miles
    Test number
    862516142940
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass155,486 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    155,486 miles
    Test number
    574616784581

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail155,484 miles (+5,432)5 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,484 miles
    Test number
    205530294028
    • MajorNearside Rear All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass150,052 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    150,052 miles
    Test number
    397451983249
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  13. Fail150,052 miles (+4,310)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,052 miles
    Test number
    528239013894
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  14. Pass145,742 miles (+7,483)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    145,742 miles
    Test number
    346153997720

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass138,259 miles (+7,350)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    138,259 miles
    Test number
    145953315075
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteCorrosion to front brake disc inner surfaces

  16. Pass130,909 miles (+8,873)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    130,909 miles
    Test number
    256581373262
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  17. Pass122,036 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    122,036 miles
    Test number
    696002822263
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Fail122,032 miles (+8,294)1 dangerous9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,032 miles
    Test number
    377321422443
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Pass113,738 miles (+9,678)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    113,738 miles
    Test number
    567696091126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass104,060 miles (+10,755)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    104,060 miles
    Test number
    360600890169
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass93,305 miles (+8,346)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    93,305 miles
    Test number
    194343229414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass84,959 miles (+602)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    84,959 miles
    Test number
    110700338065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail84,357 miles (+7,117)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,357 miles
    Test number
    512895528010
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Pass77,240 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    77,240 miles
    Test number
    181938207427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail77,240 miles (+6,670)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,240 miles
    Test number
    261043807098
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  26. Pass70,570 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    70,570 miles
    Test number
    590746806085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail70,570 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,570 miles
    Test number
    582606506071
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y252 GFV

Does Y252 GFV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y252 GFV expired on 3 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y252 GFV?
The MOT on Y252 GFV expired on 3 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y252 GFV done?
Y252 GFV was recorded at 167,430 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2023, an average of 5,518 miles a year.
Has Y252 GFV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y252 GFV has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on Y252 GFV 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 Y252 GFV find?
Y252 GFV passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2023 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively; rear brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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