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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y266 RGMMOT history

Y266 RGM is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 12 Jul 2023 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 101,967 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jul 2022.

Y266 RGM black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 12 Jul 2023
Mileage
101,967 mi
At MOT on 11 Jul 2022
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,483 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y266 RGM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
11 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y266 RGM was last recorded at 101,967 miles on 11 Jul 2022, 8,313 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,654 miles · 13 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
8,313 miles
Average per year
4,483 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 101,967 miles
  • 2021 – 93,654 miles
  • 2020 – 88,275 miles
  • 2019 – 82,553 miles
  • 2018 – 79,797 miles
  • 2017 – 77,320 miles
  • 2016 – 74,889 miles
  • 2015 – 72,317 miles
  • 2014 – 69,035 miles
  • 2013 – 64,143 miles
  • 2012 – 60,257 miles
  • 2011 – 55,368 miles
  • 2010 – 48,509 miles
  • 2009 – 43,713 miles
  • 2007 – 39,379 miles
  • 2006 – 31,792 miles
  • 2005 – 26,475 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,967 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Headlamp lens slightly defective both

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

28 tests since 7 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,967 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    101,967 miles
    Test number
    354296278790
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail101,957 miles (+8,303)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,957 miles
    Test number
    231901542755
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass93,654 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    93,654 miles
    Test number
    787686699800
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail93,654 miles (+5,379)4 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,654 miles
    Test number
    151376182448
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass88,275 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    88,275 miles
    Test number
    641055926910
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail88,274 miles (+5,721)1 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,274 miles
    Test number
    899657694126
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass82,553 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    82,553 miles
    Test number
    431095101785

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail82,553 miles (+2,756)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,553 miles
    Test number
    666304669758
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  9. Pass79,797 miles (+2,477)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    79,797 miles
    Test number
    966061957801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass77,320 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    77,320 miles
    Test number
    738064524094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail77,311 miles (+2,422)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,311 miles
    Test number
    585098749427
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  12. Pass74,889 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    74,889 miles
    Test number
    455140484405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail74,889 miles (+2,572)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,889 miles
    Test number
    847519455651
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  14. Pass72,317 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    72,317 miles
    Test number
    105186515280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail72,317 miles (+3,282)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,317 miles
    Test number
    757026915208
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)

  16. Pass69,035 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    69,035 miles
    Test number
    706673634226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail69,035 miles (+4,892)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,035 miles
    Test number
    327461334429
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass64,143 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    64,143 miles
    Test number
    606699733269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail64,142 miles (+3,885)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,142 miles
    Test number
    207629033262
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass60,257 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2013
    Odometer
    60,257 miles
    Test number
    265720532422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail60,257 miles (+4,889)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,257 miles
    Test number
    916050732191
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  22. Pass55,368 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    55,368 miles
    Test number
    125967991434
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  23. Fail55,368 miles (+6,859)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,368 miles
    Test number
    389297091042
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  24. Pass48,509 miles (+4,796)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    48,509 miles
    Test number
    483910540066
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass43,713 miles (+4,334)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    43,713 miles
    Test number
    282711729049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass39,379 miles (+7,587)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    39,379 miles
    Test number
    642272007301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass31,792 miles (+5,317)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    31,792 miles
    Test number
    694547736218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass26,475 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    26,475 miles
    Test number
    484080155230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y266 RGM

Does Y266 RGM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y266 RGM expired on 12 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y266 RGM?
The MOT on Y266 RGM expired on 12 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y266 RGM done?
Y266 RGM was recorded at 101,967 miles at its MOT on 11 Jul 2022, an average of 4,483 miles a year.
Has Y266 RGM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y266 RGM has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on Y266 RGM 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 Y266 RGM find?
Y266 RGM passed its latest MOT on 11 Jul 2022 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive.

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