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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 999 cc

Y256 MJOMOT history

Y256 MJO is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 12 Apr 2023 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 98,872 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Mar 2022.

Y256 MJO blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 12 Apr 2023
Mileage
98,872 mi
At MOT on 15 Mar 2022
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,425 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y256 MJO
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
1 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
15 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y256 MJO was last recorded at 98,872 miles on 15 Mar 2022, 6,395 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,477 miles · 29 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
6,395 miles
Average per year
5,425 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 98,872 miles
  • 2021 – 92,477 miles
  • 2020 – 80,291 miles
  • 2019 – 72,887 miles
  • 2018 – 66,185 miles
  • 2017 – 60,532 miles
  • 2016 – 52,907 miles
  • 2015 – 44,452 miles
  • 2014 – 33,858 miles
  • 2013 – 28,333 miles
  • 2012 – 26,042 miles
  • 2011 – 24,565 miles
  • 2010 – 23,092 miles
  • 2009 – 21,175 miles
  • 2008 – 18,366 miles
  • 2007 – 16,025 miles
  • 2006 – 13,105 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,872 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel cap cover missing
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Both front suspension lower arm rear bushes staring to split from bonding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside rear tyre tread lumpy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leaks engine & gearbox area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rearward (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 24 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,872 miles (+6,395)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    98,872 miles
    Test number
    662268586852
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel cap cover missing
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass92,477 miles (+12,186)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    92,477 miles
    Test number
    544307373448
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass80,291 miles (+15)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    80,291 miles
    Test number
    420338575890
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBoth front suspension lower arm rear bushes staring to split from bonding
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre tread lumpy
    • AdvisoryOil leaks engine & gearbox area

  4. Fail80,276 miles (+7,389)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,276 miles
    Test number
    377498593412
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBoth front suspension lower arm rear bushes staring to split from bonding
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre tread lumpy
    • AdvisoryOil leaks engine & gearbox area

  5. Pass72,887 miles (+6,702)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    72,887 miles
    Test number
    902505574216
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass66,185 miles (+5,653)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2019
    Odometer
    66,185 miles
    Test number
    509974322270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass60,532 miles (+7,625)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2018
    Odometer
    60,532 miles
    Test number
    563776812696
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rearward (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rearward (2.4.G.2)

  8. Pass52,907 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2017
    Odometer
    52,907 miles
    Test number
    197160645355
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rearward (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rearward (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake discs corroded on inner faces

  9. Fail52,907 miles (+8,455)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,907 miles
    Test number
    581980141247
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rearward (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rearward (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake discs corroded on inner faces

  10. Pass44,452 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    44,452 miles
    Test number
    739026635157
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNear side rear tyre worn on inner edge

  11. Fail44,452 miles (+10,594)4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,452 miles
    Test number
    988756235155
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOff side rear tyre cracking on traed & wearing uneven on inner tread

  12. Pass33,858 miles (+5,525)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    33,858 miles
    Test number
    225160544195
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has cracks to sidewall

  13. Pass28,333 miles (+2,291)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    28,333 miles
    Test number
    716770543134
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  14. Pass26,042 miles (+1,477)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    26,042 miles
    Test number
    776769042190
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass24,565 miles (+1,473)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2012
    Odometer
    24,565 miles
    Test number
    718947841137
    • NoteBoth front tyres showing wear
    • NoteRear exhaust outer skin corroded

  16. Pass23,092 miles (+1,917)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2011
    Odometer
    23,092 miles
    Test number
    873477640165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass21,175 miles (+2,809)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    21,175 miles
    Test number
    782366449135
    • NoteKnocing noise in steering rack
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  18. Pass18,366 miles (+2,341)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2009
    Odometer
    18,366 miles
    Test number
    212378848403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass16,025 miles (+2,920)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2008
    Odometer
    16,025 miles
    Test number
    820959647149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass13,105 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2007
    Odometer
    13,105 miles
    Test number
    780294646150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y256 MJO

Does Y256 MJO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y256 MJO expired on 12 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y256 MJO?
The MOT on Y256 MJO expired on 12 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y256 MJO done?
Y256 MJO was recorded at 98,872 miles at its MOT on 15 Mar 2022, an average of 5,425 miles a year.
Has Y256 MJO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y256 MJO has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2020.
Has the mileage on Y256 MJO 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 MJO find?
Y256 MJO passed its latest MOT on 15 Mar 2022 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 2 more.

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