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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y254 SDOMOT history

Y254 SDO is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 18 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 22 Sept 2027 and it has passed 22 of 31 MOT tests, with 58,726 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

Y254 SDO red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Sept 2027
Mileage
58,726 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
31
22 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,121 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y254 SDO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
18 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y254 SDO was last recorded at 58,726 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 1,269 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
57,457 miles · 22 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,269 miles
Average per year
2,121 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 58,726 miles
  • 2025 – 57,457 miles
  • 2024 – 54,349 miles
  • 2023 – 52,099 miles
  • 2022 – 50,360 miles
  • 2021 – 49,295 miles
  • 2020 – 48,657 miles
  • 2019 – 46,983 miles
  • 2018 – 45,216 miles
  • 2017 – 43,214 miles
  • 2016 – 40,512 miles
  • 2015 – 38,062 miles
  • 2014 – 35,206 miles
  • 2013 – 32,370 miles
  • 2012 – 28,331 miles
  • 2011 – 25,348 miles
  • 2010 – 24,770 miles
  • 2009 – 23,003 miles
  • 2008 – 20,785 miles
  • 2007 – 17,886 miles
  • 2006 – 15,394 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass58,726 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Wishbone rear bushes are soft

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Osr brake pipe corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Osr brake pipe is rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

31 tests since 18 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass58,726 miles (+1,269)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    58,726 miles
    Test number
    641564000187
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass57,457 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    57,457 miles
    Test number
    808518489115
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWishbone rear bushes are soft

  3. Fail57,453 miles (+3,104)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,453 miles
    Test number
    571580619237
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWishbone rear bushes are soft

  4. Pass54,349 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    54,349 miles
    Test number
    484175966194
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWishbone rear bushes are soft

  5. Fail54,347 miles (+2,248)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,347 miles
    Test number
    778079039149
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWishbone rear bushes are soft

  6. Pass52,099 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    52,099 miles
    Test number
    826571953657
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWishbone rear bushes are soft

  7. Fail52,098 miles (+525)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,098 miles
    Test number
    889087554105
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 175/65x13 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively binding (but poss auto box draging) (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySome suspension and brake components corroded
    • AdvisoryWishbone rear bushes are soft

  8. Pass51,573 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    51,573 miles
    Test number
    425152890712
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Fail51,573 miles (+1,213)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,573 miles
    Test number
    761100855827
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass50,360 miles (+1,065)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    50,360 miles
    Test number
    415321282150
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar bushes !
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryOsr brake pipe corroded

  11. Pass49,295 miles (+638)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    49,295 miles
    Test number
    947603473333
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar bushes are showing signs of wear
    • AdvisoryNs outer cv boot is split ! but not leaking
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryOsr brake pipe corroded

  12. Pass48,657 miles (+1,674)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    48,657 miles
    Test number
    234065483287
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar bushes cracking
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryOsr brake pipe is rusty

  13. Pass46,983 miles (+1,767)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    46,983 miles
    Test number
    891006324212
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar outer bushes are cracking
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes need cleaning up
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass45,216 miles (+2,002)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    45,216 miles
    Test number
    285451942299
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are wearing on the inner edges
    • AdvisoryOsr brake pipe is rusty

  15. Pass43,214 miles (+2,702)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    43,214 miles
    Test number
    673268522074
    • AdvisoryOsr tyre is worn on the inside

  16. Pass40,512 miles (+2,450)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    40,512 miles
    Test number
    301370227487
    • AdvisoryThe out of date tax disc and holder was removed prior to the mot by the tester.
    • AdvisoryExhaust is in poor condition

  17. Pass38,062 miles (+2,856)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    38,062 miles
    Test number
    768838845043
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAnti-roll bar end bushes are showing signs of wear

  18. Pass35,206 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    35,206 miles
    Test number
    136259144016
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight front brake imbalance

  19. Fail35,206 miles (+2,836)2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,206 miles
    Test number
    999429744010
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight front brake imbalance

  20. Pass32,370 miles (+4,039)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    32,370 miles
    Test number
    335637163098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail28,331 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,331 miles
    Test number
    135054622149
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking but not through to cords
    • NoteSlight exhaust blow on center to rear joint

  22. Pass28,331 miles (+2,983)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2013
    Odometer
    28,331 miles
    Test number
    568284022108
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking but not through to cords
    • NoteSlight exhaust blow on center to rear joint

  23. Pass25,348 miles (+578)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    25,348 miles
    Test number
    915614621193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass24,770 miles (+1,767)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2011
    Odometer
    24,770 miles
    Test number
    204978230469
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  25. Fail23,003 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,003 miles
    Test number
    771320249100
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  26. Pass23,003 miles (+2,218)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2010
    Odometer
    23,003 miles
    Test number
    782140649188
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  27. Fail20,785 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,785 miles
    Test number
    371059598007
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass20,785 miles (+2,899)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    20,785 miles
    Test number
    771889998095
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass17,886 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    17,886 miles
    Test number
    322197307192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail17,886 miles (+2,492)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,886 miles
    Test number
    414377407148
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  31. Pass15,394 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    15,394 miles
    Test number
    284138306456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y254 SDO

Does Y254 SDO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y254 SDO is valid until 22 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y254 SDO?
The MOT on Y254 SDO is valid until 22 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y254 SDO done?
Y254 SDO was recorded at 58,726 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 2,121 miles a year.
Has Y254 SDO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y254 SDO has failed 9 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on Y254 SDO 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 Y254 SDO find?
Y254 SDO passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with 6 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 3 more.

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