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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2013 · 1,198 cc

Y26 BURMOT history

Y26 BUR is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 Mar 2013. Its MOT is valid until 24 Mar 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 93,553 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Mar 2026.

Y26 BUR black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Mar 2027
Mileage
93,553 mi
At MOT on 19 Mar 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,301 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y26 BUR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
28 Mar 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y26 BUR was last recorded at 93,553 miles on 19 Mar 2026, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,544 miles · 18 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
7,301 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,553 miles
  • 2025 – 81,154 miles
  • 2024 – 72,519 miles
  • 2023 – 61,731 miles
  • 2022 – 49,736 miles
  • 2021 – 41,062 miles
  • 2020 – 38,090 miles
  • 2019 – 35,522 miles
  • 2018 – 31,068 miles
  • 2017 – 28,008 miles
  • 2016 – 22,610 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,553 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases down pipe flexi (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

16 tests since 30 Jun 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,553 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    93,553 miles
    Test number
    413792294302
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases down pipe flexi (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail93,544 miles (+12,390)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,544 miles
    Test number
    598925540267
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases down pipe flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass81,154 miles (+8,635)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    81,154 miles
    Test number
    267176903456
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass72,519 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    72,519 miles
    Test number
    382066254341
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Fail72,519 miles (+10,788)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,519 miles
    Test number
    599564112091
    • DangerousNearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass61,731 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    61,731 miles
    Test number
    561313070831

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail61,730 miles (+11,994)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,730 miles
    Test number
    952676082999
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 215/45R16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass49,736 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    49,736 miles
    Test number
    278518349351
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened bothside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail49,736 miles (+8,674)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,736 miles
    Test number
    627174719565
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened bothside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass41,062 miles (+2,972)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    41,062 miles
    Test number
    973413810787
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear wiper poor

  11. Pass38,090 miles (+2,568)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    38,090 miles
    Test number
    457273673338
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm 215/45R16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass35,522 miles (+4,454)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    35,522 miles
    Test number
    207091735996
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass31,068 miles (+3,060)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    31,068 miles
    Test number
    335373236061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass28,008 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    28,008 miles
    Test number
    568179072173
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  15. Fail28,006 miles (+5,396)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,006 miles
    Test number
    929136226631
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  16. Pass22,610 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    22,610 miles
    Test number
    493821072888

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y26 BUR

Does Y26 BUR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y26 BUR is valid until 24 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y26 BUR?
The MOT on Y26 BUR is valid until 24 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y26 BUR done?
Y26 BUR was recorded at 93,553 miles at its MOT on 19 Mar 2026, an average of 7,301 miles a year.
Has Y26 BUR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y26 BUR has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on Y26 BUR 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 Y26 BUR find?
Y26 BUR passed its latest MOT on 19 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases down pipe flexi.

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