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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y253 MCDMOT history

Y253 MCD is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 7 Jul 2025 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 83,481 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2024.

Y253 MCD silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 Jul 2025
Mileage
83,481 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2024
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,566 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y253 MCD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y253 MCD was last recorded at 83,481 miles on 1 Jul 2024, 2,353 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,128 miles · 6 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
2,353 miles
Average per year
3,566 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 83,481 miles
  • 2023 – 81,128 miles
  • 2022 – 77,966 miles
  • 2021 – 75,810 miles
  • 2020 – 72,611 miles
  • 2019 – 70,150 miles
  • 2018 – 67,416 miles
  • 2017 – 63,192 miles
  • 2016 – 57,967 miles
  • 2015 – 50,919 miles
  • 2014 – 45,427 miles
  • 2013 – 40,442 miles
  • 2012 – 34,240 miles
  • 2011 – 33,419 miles
  • 2010 – 30,619 miles
  • 2009 – 27,564 miles
  • 2008 – 24,317 miles
  • 2007 – 21,985 miles
  • 2006 – 18,097 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,481 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Heavily Perished And Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryAll suspension components heavily corroded
  • AdvisoryCentre exhaust corroded and leaking slightly
  • AdvisoryNearside rear parking brake effort low

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.

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor4 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear And Offside Rear Brake Hose furrels Rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

28 tests since 1 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,481 miles (+2,353)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    83,481 miles
    Test number
    358799543508
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Heavily Perished And Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust corroded and leaking slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside rear parking brake effort low

  2. Pass81,128 miles2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    81,128 miles
    Test number
    965092920956
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases & Heavily corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both, Deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underside of vehicle & suspension components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Considerable, & 9yr Old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine Oily (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both, Heavily corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Considerable! (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both considerable, & 9yr Old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail81,128 miles (+3,162)3 repaired2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,128 miles
    Test number
    569046563851
    • Repaired at testDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. Seized (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases & Heavily corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both, Deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underside of vehicle & suspension components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Considerable, & 9yr Old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine Oily (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both, Heavily corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Considerable! (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both considerable, & 9yr Old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass77,966 miles (+2,156)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    77,966 miles
    Test number
    451978926652
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  5. Pass75,810 miles (+3,199)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    75,810 miles
    Test number
    924235023101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass72,611 miles (+2,461)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    72,611 miles
    Test number
    425019724062
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Cracked (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear beam axle corroded

  7. Pass70,150 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    70,150 miles
    Test number
    545495424282
    • MinorNearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Fail70,150 miles (+2,734)1 repaired2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,150 miles
    Test number
    798696796526
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass67,416 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    67,416 miles
    Test number
    737635782518
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear And Offside Rear Brake Hose furrels Rusty

  10. Fail67,415 miles (+4,223)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,415 miles
    Test number
    572384264887
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear And Offside Rear Brake Hose furrels Rusty

  11. Pass63,192 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    63,192 miles
    Test number
    761922311150
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn
    • AdvisoryParking brake just meets required standard
    • AdvisorySlight bind on both rear wheels

  12. Fail63,192 miles (+5,225)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,192 miles
    Test number
    666009948086
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn
    • AdvisoryParking brake just meets required standard
    • AdvisorySlight bind on both rear wheels

  13. Pass57,967 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    57,967 miles
    Test number
    812248992784
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisorySLIGHT BRAKE BIND ON NEAR SIDE REAR BRAKE

  14. Fail57,967 miles (+7,048)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,967 miles
    Test number
    775640648063
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisorySLIGHT BRAKE BIND ON NEAR SIDE REAR BRAKE

  15. Pass50,919 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    50,919 miles
    Test number
    218463665193
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • NoteSmall cut in offside front tyre outer sidewall but not showing ply or cords

  16. Fail50,919 miles (+5,492)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,919 miles
    Test number
    376413165167
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteExhaust system life very limited

  17. Pass45,427 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    45,427 miles
    Test number
    195249764131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteExhaust life VERY limited
    • NoteSmall cut on outer sidewall of offside front tyre ,but not showing ply or cords

  18. Fail45,427 miles (+4,985)1 failure4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,427 miles
    Test number
    216899164185
    • FailureOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteExhaust life VERY limited
    • NoteSmall cut on outer sidewall of offside front tyre ,but not showing ply or cords

  19. Pass40,442 miles (+6,202)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    40,442 miles
    Test number
    357232343143
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteOffside front tyre cuts to sidewall

  20. Pass34,240 miles (+18)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    34,240 miles
    Test number
    578465662133
    • NoteExhaust system starting to corrode

  21. Fail34,222 miles (+803)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,222 miles
    Test number
    777314762156
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteExhaust system starting to corrode

  22. Pass33,419 miles (+2,800)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    33,419 miles
    Test number
    259850461080
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slightly mis-shapen

  23. Pass30,619 miles (+3,055)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    30,619 miles
    Test number
    310950960032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass27,564 miles (+3,247)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    27,564 miles
    Test number
    460983069058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass24,317 miles (+2,332)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    24,317 miles
    Test number
    782183868030
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteSlight sidewall damage o/s/f tyre

  26. Pass21,985 miles (+3,888)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    21,985 miles
    Test number
    172094467059
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  27. Pass18,097 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    18,097 miles
    Test number
    373990266058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail18,097 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,097 miles
    Test number
    884010366044
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testRear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Questions about Y253 MCD

Does Y253 MCD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y253 MCD expired on 7 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y253 MCD?
The MOT on Y253 MCD expired on 7 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y253 MCD done?
Y253 MCD was recorded at 83,481 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2024, an average of 3,566 miles a year.
Has Y253 MCD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y253 MCD has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on Y253 MCD 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 Y253 MCD find?
Y253 MCD passed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2024 with 1 minor defect and 11 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 9 more.

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