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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2013 · 1,198 cc

Y26 EMFMOT history

Y26 EMF is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 27 May 2013. Its MOT is valid until 14 Apr 2027 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 62,566 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2026.

Y26 EMF grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Apr 2027
Mileage
62,566 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,964 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y26 EMF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
27 May 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y26 EMF was last recorded at 62,566 miles on 15 Apr 2026, 2,560 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,006 miles · 4 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,560 miles
Average per year
3,964 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 62,566 miles
  • 2025 – 60,006 miles
  • 2024 – 55,929 miles
  • 2023 – 55,315 miles
  • 2022 – 53,663 miles
  • 2021 – 51,508 miles
  • 2020 – 49,980 miles
  • 2019 – 49,900 miles
  • 2018 – 48,941 miles
  • 2017 – 39,416 miles
  • 2016 – 23,619 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,566 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

17 tests since 17 Jun 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,566 miles (+2,560)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    62,566 miles
    Test number
    667834782979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass60,006 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    60,006 miles
    Test number
    796641602238
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail60,006 miles (+4,077)5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,006 miles
    Test number
    755135811127
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass55,929 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    55,929 miles
    Test number
    750234545719

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail55,929 miles (+614)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,929 miles
    Test number
    429082052013
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass55,315 miles (+1,652)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    55,315 miles
    Test number
    840343572792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass53,663 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    53,663 miles
    Test number
    680519339585
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases BACK BOX (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Fail53,663 miles (+2,155)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,663 miles
    Test number
    701309658119
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases BACK BOX (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass51,508 miles (+1,528)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    51,508 miles
    Test number
    480398787633
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box outer skin corroded

  10. Pass49,980 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    49,980 miles
    Test number
    577966233699
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail49,980 miles (+80)3 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,980 miles
    Test number
    459331446281
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass49,900 miles (+959)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    49,900 miles
    Test number
    393777704500
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres perishing
    • AdvisoryDamage nearside outer sill
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Pass48,941 miles (+9,525)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    48,941 miles
    Test number
    658618632335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass39,416 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    39,416 miles
    Test number
    477988133198
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre's starting to perish

  15. Fail39,416 miles (+15,797)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,416 miles
    Test number
    341593221198
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre's starting to perish

  16. Pass23,619 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    23,619 miles
    Test number
    235941702588

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail23,619 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,619 miles
    Test number
    949472642830
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about Y26 EMF

Does Y26 EMF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y26 EMF is valid until 14 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y26 EMF?
The MOT on Y26 EMF is valid until 14 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y26 EMF done?
Y26 EMF was recorded at 62,566 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2026, an average of 3,964 miles a year.
Has Y26 EMF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y26 EMF has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on Y26 EMF 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 EMF find?
Y26 EMF passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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