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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y261 VGNMOT history

Y261 VGN is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 25 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 2 Sept 2023 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 96,146 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2022.

Y261 VGN blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 2 Sept 2023
Mileage
96,146 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2022
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,008 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y261 VGN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
25 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y261 VGN was last recorded at 96,146 miles on 2 Sept 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 Aug 2015: 69,785 miles, lower than 69,795 miles on 13 Aug 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
96,146 miles · 1 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,008 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 96,146 miles
  • 2021 – 93,544 miles
  • 2020 – 90,514 miles
  • 2019 – 87,250 miles
  • 2018 – 82,595 miles
  • 2017 – 78,341 miles
  • 2016 – 73,715 miles
  • 2015 – 69,785 miles
  • 2014 – 65,989 miles
  • 2013 – 61,633 miles
  • 2012 – 55,136 miles
  • 2011 – 47,790 miles
  • 2010 – 44,807 miles
  • 2009 – 42,004 miles
  • 2008 – 38,219 miles
  • 2007 – 34,876 miles
  • 2006 – 30,897 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,146 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH FRONT (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FRONT AREA (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySERIOUS WHEEL ALIGNMENT ISSUES >> CHECK WITH NEW TYRESRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge O/S/F INNER (BOTH EDGES EXTREMELY THIN) (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • EXHAUST DOWN/FLEX PIPE SLIGHT BLOW

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • SUSPENSION SEEMS SLOPPY / SOFT

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge O/S/F BOTH EDGES BALD/THIN >> NEW URGENTLY REQUIRED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 23 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,146 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    96,146 miles
    Test number
    461073970588
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH FRONT (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FRONT AREA (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySERIOUS WHEEL ALIGNMENT ISSUES >> CHECK WITH NEW TYRES
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge O/S/F INNER (BOTH EDGES EXTREMELY THIN) (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail96,146 miles (+2,602)1 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,146 miles
    Test number
    453125148681
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm N/S/F INNER (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low BOTH WELL LOW (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps BOTH (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) not working N/S (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWheel bearing rough when rotated N/S/F (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH FRONT (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FRONT AREA (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySERIOUS WHEEL ALIGNMENT ISSUES >> CHECK WITH NEW TYRES
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge O/S/F INNER (BOTH EDGES EXTREMELY THIN) (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass93,544 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    93,544 miles
    Test number
    424258219144
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST DOWN/FLEX PIPE SLIGHT BLOW
    • AdvisorySUSPENSION SEEMS SLOPPY / SOFT
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge O/S/F BOTH EDGES BALD/THIN >> NEW URGENTLY REQUIRED (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail93,544 miles (+3,030)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,544 miles
    Test number
    487773291079
    • MajorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt N/S/F OUTER (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect BOTH PLASTIC LENSES OPAQUE (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorIndicator switch inoperative N/S INDICATOR SWITCHING GLITCHING (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps O/S (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST DOWN/FLEX PIPE SLIGHT BLOW
    • AdvisorySUSPENSION SEEMS SLOPPY / SOFT
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge O/S/F BOTH EDGES BALD/THIN >> NEW URGENTLY REQUIRED (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass90,514 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    90,514 miles
    Test number
    247036333144
    • AdvisoryEML LIGHT CLEARED >> MAY RETURN
    • AdvisoryINDICATOR SWITCH SUSPECT >> MAY REQUIRE ATENSION
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge O/S/F BOTH EDGES >> NEW ADVISED (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail90,513 miles (+3,263)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,513 miles
    Test number
    277279158796
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak TEST ABANDONED (CAT GOOD) (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases EXHAUST FLEX PIPE (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases REAR SILENCER (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested PLASTIC LENS OPAQUE (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced N/S AND O/S/ REAR (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH HARD SPLIT (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryINDICATOR SWITCH SUSPECT >> MAY REQUIRE ATENSION
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge O/S/F BOTH EDGES >> NEW ADVISED (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass87,250 miles (+63)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    87,250 miles
    Test number
    762677060713
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Into Flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Into flexi (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail87,187 miles (+4,592)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,187 miles
    Test number
    640623479971
    • MajorEmissions not tested Due to exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Flexible coupling (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Into Flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Into flexi (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass82,595 miles3 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    82,595 miles
    Test number
    970655882015
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged perished (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged perished (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush worn and splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has a nail in it
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to read corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm bush worn and splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear number plate lamp insecure
    • AdvisoryOil leaks from gearbox and engine

  10. Fail82,595 miles (+4,254)3 major3 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,595 miles
    Test number
    184683918552
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged perished (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged perished (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush worn and splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has a nail in it
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to read corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm bush worn and splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear number plate lamp insecure
    • AdvisoryOil leaks from gearbox and engine

  11. Pass78,341 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    78,341 miles
    Test number
    823583323904
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 0mm on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 0mm on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEml on

  12. Fail78,341 miles (+4,626)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,341 miles
    Test number
    276083994365
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer sidewall so badly perished it has allowed cords to show (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 0mm on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 0mm on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEml on

  13. Pass73,715 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    73,715 miles
    Test number
    670776280124
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on display
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre perished

  14. Fail73,715 miles (+3,930)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,715 miles
    Test number
    669716366705
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on display
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre perished

  15. Pass69,785 miles (-10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    69,785 miles
    Test number
    895526593790
    • AdvisoryEml light on
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre perished

  16. Fail69,795 miles (+3,806)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,795 miles
    Test number
    740175312169
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryEml light on
    • AdvisoryN/s/f disc scored
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre perished

  17. Pass65,989 miles (+4,356)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    65,989 miles
    Test number
    885909414219
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteEngine light on
    • NoteO/s/r tyre badly perished

  18. Pass61,633 miles (+100)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    61,633 miles
    Test number
    929356743240
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  19. Fail61,533 miles (+6,397)5 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,533 miles
    Test number
    377284033207
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteEngine malfunction light on
    • NoteFront tyre tread wear pattern suggests wheel alignment may need checking.

  20. Pass55,136 miles (+7,346)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    55,136 miles
    Test number
    147312322292
    • NoteEngine light on
    • NoteN/s/r tyre slight perished

  21. Pass47,790 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    47,790 miles
    Test number
    529231821230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail47,790 miles (+487)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,790 miles
    Test number
    137231421219
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  23. Pass47,303 miles (+2,496)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    47,303 miles
    Test number
    127170941127
    • NoteEml light on

  24. Pass44,807 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2011
    Odometer
    44,807 miles
    Test number
    534727730147
    • NoteEml light on

  25. Fail44,807 miles (+2,803)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,807 miles
    Test number
    944777530136
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • NoteEml light on

  26. Pass42,004 miles (+3,785)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2010
    Odometer
    42,004 miles
    Test number
    530071649135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass38,219 miles (+3,343)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2009
    Odometer
    38,219 miles
    Test number
    512203348176
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  28. Pass34,876 miles (+3,979)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2008
    Odometer
    34,876 miles
    Test number
    822185547143
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  29. Pass30,897 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2007
    Odometer
    30,897 miles
    Test number
    221463646107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y261 VGN

Does Y261 VGN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y261 VGN expired on 2 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y261 VGN?
The MOT on Y261 VGN expired on 2 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y261 VGN done?
Y261 VGN was recorded at 96,146 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2022, an average of 4,008 miles a year.
Has Y261 VGN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y261 VGN has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on Y261 VGN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 14 Aug 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y261 VGN find?
Y261 VGN passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2022 with 4 advisories: brake hose slightly deteriorated both front; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front area; serious wheel alignment issues >> check with new tyres, and 1 more.

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