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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 999 cc

Y268 EDJMOT history

Y268 EDJ is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 26 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 123,480 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jan 2026.

Y268 EDJ silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jan 2027
Mileage
123,480 mi
At MOT on 2 Jan 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,507 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y268 EDJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
26 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y268 EDJ was last recorded at 123,480 miles on 2 Jan 2026, 180 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,300 miles · 7 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
180 miles
Average per year
4,507 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,480 miles
  • 2025 – 123,300 miles
  • 2024 – 120,376 miles
  • 2023 – 118,015 miles
  • 2022 – 115,403 miles
  • 2021 – 112,278 miles
  • 2020 – 112,051 miles
  • 2019 – 112,016 miles
  • 2018 – 110,464 miles
  • 2017 – 106,692 miles
  • 2016 – 102,423 miles
  • 2015 – 98,287 miles
  • 2014 – 92,863 miles
  • 2013 – 86,490 miles
  • 2012 – 80,039 miles
  • 2011 – 74,251 miles
  • 2010 – 68,929 miles
  • 2009 – 63,129 miles
  • 2008 – 56,103 miles
  • 2007 – 43,857 miles
  • 2006 – 33,881 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,480 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust centre silencer corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside side sill corroded
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn n/s and o/s (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryReverse light not working

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources Both

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass123,480 miles (+180)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    123,480 miles
    Test number
    468298002614
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre silencer corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside side sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn n/s and o/s (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working

  2. Fail123,300 miles (+2,924)1 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,300 miles
    Test number
    849534195862
    • DangerousNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel hand brake (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction engine light (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box has a hole (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn bush out of lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass120,376 miles (+17)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    120,376 miles
    Test number
    430009246604
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources Both (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail120,359 miles (+2,344)1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,359 miles
    Test number
    414636783950
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced underseal (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources Both (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass118,015 miles (+92)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    118,015 miles
    Test number
    305118780797
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Fail117,923 miles (+2,520)1 dangerous4 major1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,923 miles
    Test number
    558463458484
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer cill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer cill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass115,403 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    115,403 miles
    Test number
    496652088226
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Lower exhaust system excessively corroded / flexi-pipe damaged
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail115,403 miles (+3,125)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,403 miles
    Test number
    655791971312
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Lower exhaust system excessively corroded / flexi-pipe damaged
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass112,278 miles (+13)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    112,278 miles
    Test number
    460863056639
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Fronts Pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Faded (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail112,265 miles (+214)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,265 miles
    Test number
    748447522003
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb Fitted Incorrectly (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Fronts Pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Faded (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass112,051 miles (+35)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    112,051 miles
    Test number
    768882817117
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre slight pershing cracks

  12. Pass112,016 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    112,016 miles
    Test number
    995471677847
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre slight pershing cracks

  13. Fail112,016 miles (+1,552)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,016 miles
    Test number
    104488179662
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre slight pershing cracks

  14. Pass110,464 miles (+3,772)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    110,464 miles
    Test number
    439235994552
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' stone chip (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass106,692 miles (+4,269)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    106,692 miles
    Test number
    506574683156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass102,423 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    102,423 miles
    Test number
    950105305220
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Fail102,422 miles (+4,135)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,422 miles
    Test number
    752901721945
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass98,287 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    98,287 miles
    Test number
    308572845026
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are perished
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on the outer edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre is perished
    • NoteOffside rear wheel binding, when spun up by hand

  19. Fail98,287 miles (+5,424)1 repaired2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,287 miles
    Test number
    599642045088
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are perished
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on the outer edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre is perished
    • NoteOffside rear wheel binding, when spun up by hand

  20. Fail92,863 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,863 miles
    Test number
    158828734015
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass92,863 miles (+6,373)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    92,863 miles
    Test number
    866728634024
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Fail86,490 miles2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,490 miles
    Test number
    156902743489
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass86,490 miles (+6,451)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    86,490 miles
    Test number
    409702043032
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Pass80,039 miles (+5,788)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    80,039 miles
    Test number
    128471242449
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass74,251 miles (+5,322)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    74,251 miles
    Test number
    276588231002
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  26. Pass68,929 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    68,929 miles
    Test number
    173646140482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail68,929 miles (+5,800)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,929 miles
    Test number
    894036140069
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  28. Pass63,129 miles (+95)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    63,129 miles
    Test number
    644988649019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail63,034 miles (+6,931)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,034 miles
    Test number
    302161949090
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  30. Pass56,103 miles (+12,246)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    56,103 miles
    Test number
    773052348030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass43,857 miles (+9,976)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    43,857 miles
    Test number
    242954647043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass33,881 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    33,881 miles
    Test number
    360586546007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y268 EDJ

Does Y268 EDJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y268 EDJ is valid until 1 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y268 EDJ?
The MOT on Y268 EDJ is valid until 1 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y268 EDJ done?
Y268 EDJ was recorded at 123,480 miles at its MOT on 2 Jan 2026, an average of 4,507 miles a year.
Has Y268 EDJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y268 EDJ has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on Y268 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 Y268 EDJ find?
Y268 EDJ passed its latest MOT on 2 Jan 2026 with 7 advisories: exhaust centre silencer corroded; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside side sill corroded, and 4 more.

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