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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 999 cc

Y256 EDJMOT history

Y256 EDJ is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 19 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 17 Jan 2024 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 80,024 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jan 2023.

Y256 EDJ red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 17 Jan 2024
Mileage
80,024 mi
At MOT on 18 Jan 2023
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,349 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y256 EDJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
19 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
18 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y256 EDJ was last recorded at 80,024 miles on 18 Jan 2023, 14 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,010 miles · 27 Mar 2019
Between the last two tests
14 miles
Average per year
3,349 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 80,024 miles
  • 2019 – 80,010 miles
  • 2018 – 79,971 miles
  • 2017 – 74,526 miles
  • 2016 – 67,101 miles
  • 2015 – 60,099 miles
  • 2014 – 54,458 miles
  • 2013 – 48,003 miles
  • 2012 – 42,254 miles
  • 2011 – 39,948 miles
  • 2010 – 36,909 miles
  • 2009 – 34,558 miles
  • 2008 – 31,091 miles
  • 2007 – 27,716 miles
  • 2006 – 24,455 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,024 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All brake flexi's have corroded ferules (1.1.12 (f) (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, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

21 tests since 15 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,024 miles (+14)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    80,024 miles
    Test number
    130275478696
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All brake flexi's have corroded ferules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Pass80,010 miles (+5)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    80,010 miles
    Test number
    402857720256
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront registration cracked

  3. Fail80,005 miles (+34)7 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,005 miles
    Test number
    354280573470
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose excessively corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail79,971 miles (+5,445)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,971 miles
    Test number
    166725321281
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both rear axle mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass74,526 miles (+7,425)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    74,526 miles
    Test number
    977139614960

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass67,101 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    67,101 miles
    Test number
    933317524526

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail67,101 miles (+7,002)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,101 miles
    Test number
    362034135119
    • Repaired at testOffside Obligatory mirror seriously obscured affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  8. Pass60,099 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    60,099 miles
    Test number
    289474475428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail60,099 miles (+5,641)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,099 miles
    Test number
    336644775180
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  10. Pass54,458 miles (+6,455)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    54,458 miles
    Test number
    469825974110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass48,003 miles (+180)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    48,003 miles
    Test number
    735863183172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail47,823 miles (+5,569)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,823 miles
    Test number
    576913973118
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  13. Pass42,254 miles (+2,306)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    42,254 miles
    Test number
    267981552135
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass39,948 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    39,948 miles
    Test number
    159558761120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail39,948 miles (+3,039)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,948 miles
    Test number
    806668761121
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  16. Pass36,909 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    36,909 miles
    Test number
    563299760155
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  17. Fail36,906 miles (+2,348)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,906 miles
    Test number
    101388360165
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAdvise front brake discs slight pited.

  18. Pass34,558 miles (+3,467)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    34,558 miles
    Test number
    102229969163
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  19. Pass31,091 miles (+3,375)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    31,091 miles
    Test number
    362795578190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass27,716 miles (+3,261)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    27,716 miles
    Test number
    210048657467
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass24,455 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    24,455 miles
    Test number
    254736666155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y256 EDJ

Does Y256 EDJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y256 EDJ expired on 17 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y256 EDJ?
The MOT on Y256 EDJ expired on 17 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y256 EDJ done?
Y256 EDJ was recorded at 80,024 miles at its MOT on 18 Jan 2023, an average of 3,349 miles a year.
Has Y256 EDJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y256 EDJ has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2019.
Has the mileage on Y256 EDJ 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 Y256 EDJ find?
Y256 EDJ passed its latest MOT on 18 Jan 2023 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all brake flexi's have corroded ferules.

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