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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 999 cc

Y265 EDJMOT history

Y265 EDJ is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 2 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 60,749 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jan 2026.

Y265 EDJ blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 Jan 2027
Mileage
60,749 mi
At MOT on 7 Jan 2026
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
2,422 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y265 EDJ
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
2 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y265 EDJ was last recorded at 60,749 miles on 7 Jan 2026, 1,518 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 May 2007: 12,896 miles, lower than 13,186 miles on 20 May 2006.

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
59,231 miles · 7 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,518 miles
Average per year
2,422 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 60,749 miles
  • 2025 – 59,231 miles
  • 2023 – 57,743 miles
  • 2022 – 56,880 miles
  • 2021 – 55,802 miles
  • 2020 – 52,924 miles
  • 2019 – 50,518 miles
  • 2018 – 47,202 miles
  • 2017 – 43,820 miles
  • 2016 – 40,289 miles
  • 2015 – 38,004 miles
  • 2014 – 35,893 miles
  • 2013 – 33,262 miles
  • 2012 – 31,288 miles
  • 2011 – 29,028 miles
  • 2010 – 25,063 miles
  • 2009 – 20,641 miles
  • 2008 – 17,796 miles
  • 2007 – 12,896 miles
  • 2006 – 13,186 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,749 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear axle (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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2018

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2016

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass60,749 miles (+1,518)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    60,749 miles
    Test number
    575635517789
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass59,231 miles (+1,488)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    59,231 miles
    Test number
    591097594227
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases also exhaust deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak engine

  3. Pass57,743 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    57,743 miles
    Test number
    579062093326
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail57,743 miles (+863)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,743 miles
    Test number
    172953030664
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass56,880 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    56,880 miles
    Test number
    116048141178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail56,878 miles (+1,076)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,878 miles
    Test number
    802971244560
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass55,802 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    55,802 miles
    Test number
    212614836113
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both

  8. Fail55,802 miles (+2,878)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,802 miles
    Test number
    302792292781
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both

  9. Pass52,924 miles (+2,406)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    52,924 miles
    Test number
    975518320064
    • AdvisoryALL SUSPENSION RUSTY

  10. Pass50,518 miles (+3,316)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    50,518 miles
    Test number
    616864326116
    • AdvisoryALL SUSPENSION RUSTY
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass47,202 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    47,202 miles
    Test number
    863069085450
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear axle rusty

  12. Fail47,201 miles (+3,381)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,201 miles
    Test number
    250200837025
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear axle rusty

  13. Pass43,820 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    43,820 miles
    Test number
    709499268750
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension arms rusty
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryRear axles rusty

  14. Fail43,820 miles (+3,531)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,820 miles
    Test number
    708861089012
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension arms rusty
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryRear axles rusty

  15. Pass40,289 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    40,289 miles
    Test number
    737947862081
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  16. Fail40,289 miles (+2,285)3 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,289 miles
    Test number
    953182917551
    • FailureFront front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre bald on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre bald on outer edge
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass38,004 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    38,004 miles
    Test number
    947724135183
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Fail38,004 miles (+2,111)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,004 miles
    Test number
    206864335498
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Pass35,893 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    35,893 miles
    Test number
    579523064153
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  20. Fail35,893 miles (+2,631)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,893 miles
    Test number
    726852864170
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  21. Pass33,262 miles (+1,974)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2014
    Odometer
    33,262 miles
    Test number
    365636013133
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • NoteCentre and rear exhaust deteriorated

  22. Pass31,288 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2013
    Odometer
    31,288 miles
    Test number
    837530232108
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  23. Fail31,288 miles (+2,260)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,288 miles
    Test number
    848780232101
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  24. Pass29,028 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    29,028 miles
    Test number
    897541631181
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  25. Fail29,028 miles (+3,965)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,028 miles
    Test number
    275081631489
    • FailureFront Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  26. Pass25,063 miles (+4,422)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2011
    Odometer
    25,063 miles
    Test number
    363174430166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass20,641 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2010
    Odometer
    20,641 miles
    Test number
    412942739191
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  28. Fail20,641 miles (+2,845)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,641 miles
    Test number
    963082639107
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  29. Pass17,796 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2009
    Odometer
    17,796 miles
    Test number
    521392648198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail17,796 miles (+4,900)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,796 miles
    Test number
    834482448153
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  31. Pass12,896 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2008
    Odometer
    12,896 miles
    Test number
    434136147151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail12,896 miles (-290)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,896 miles
    Test number
    801156647161
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  33. Pass13,186 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2007
    Odometer
    13,186 miles
    Test number
    811900446177
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y265 EDJ

Does Y265 EDJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y265 EDJ is valid until 6 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y265 EDJ?
The MOT on Y265 EDJ is valid until 6 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y265 EDJ done?
Y265 EDJ was recorded at 60,749 miles at its MOT on 7 Jan 2026, an average of 2,422 miles a year.
Has Y265 EDJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y265 EDJ has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on Y265 EDJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 May 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y265 EDJ find?
Y265 EDJ passed its latest MOT on 7 Jan 2026 with 7 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, and 4 more.

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