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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y273 JAUMOT history

Y273 JAU is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 10 Feb 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 110,164 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2026.

Y273 JAU red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 10 Feb 2026
Mileage
110,164 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,227 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y273 JAU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y273 JAU was last recorded at 110,164 miles on 12 Jan 2026, 1,087 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,077 miles · 15 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,087 miles
Average per year
3,227 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 110,164 miles
  • 2025 – 109,077 miles
  • 2024 – 107,320 miles
  • 2023 – 105,267 miles
  • 2022 – 103,804 miles
  • 2021 – 100,772 miles
  • 2020 – 97,875 miles
  • 2019 – 95,691 miles
  • 2018 – 92,463 miles
  • 2017 – 89,289 miles
  • 2016 – 86,276 miles
  • 2015 – 83,561 miles
  • 2014 – 80,429 miles
  • 2013 – 77,354 miles
  • 2012 – 74,565 miles
  • 2011 – 71,929 miles
  • 2010 – 68,999 miles
  • 2009 – 66,608 miles
  • 2008 – 61,889 miles
  • 2007 – 55,099 miles
  • 2006 – 46,066 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail110,164 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Floor to sill area front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements yellow backing transparant/faded (0.1 (d))
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear axle heavy corrosion

What MOT failures 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 Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear tyre becoming perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

29 tests since 3 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail110,164 miles (+1,087)9 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,164 miles
    Test number
    606825901540
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Floor to sill area front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements yellow backing transparant/faded (0.1 (d))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear axle heavy corrosion

  2. Pass109,077 miles (+1,757)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    109,077 miles
    Test number
    898715976031
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass107,320 miles (+2,053)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    107,320 miles
    Test number
    948124095174
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass105,267 miles (+1,463)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    105,267 miles
    Test number
    663912058532
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass103,804 miles (+3,032)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    103,804 miles
    Test number
    199128587949
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass100,772 miles (+2,897)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    100,772 miles
    Test number
    397090630476
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass97,875 miles (+38)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    97,875 miles
    Test number
    808247673191
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake disc dust back plate missing
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  8. Fail97,837 miles (+2,146)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,837 miles
    Test number
    829914149508
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass95,691 miles (+184)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    95,691 miles
    Test number
    906838151290
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre becoming perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre becoming out of shape

  10. Fail95,507 miles (+3,044)5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,507 miles
    Test number
    856351319069
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre becoming perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre becoming out of shape

  11. Pass92,463 miles (+3,174)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    92,463 miles
    Test number
    179388491767
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake slightly binding
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flex (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass89,289 miles (+3,013)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    89,289 miles
    Test number
    290925094783
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded main (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass86,276 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    86,276 miles
    Test number
    726140190833
    • AdvisoryEngine warning light on

  14. Fail86,276 miles (+2,715)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,276 miles
    Test number
    922817726633
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryEngine warning light on

  15. Pass83,561 miles (+5)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    83,561 miles
    Test number
    147887455027
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEngine warning light on

  16. Fail83,556 miles (+3,127)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,556 miles
    Test number
    105758445452
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEngine warning light on

  17. Pass80,429 miles (+38)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    80,429 miles
    Test number
    368109654020
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine warning lamp on

  18. Fail80,391 miles (+3,037)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,391 miles
    Test number
    855292754081
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine warning lamp on

  19. Pass77,354 miles (+98)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    77,354 miles
    Test number
    458991763073
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteUnable to fully inspect front brake pads!

  20. Fail77,256 miles (+2,691)3 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,256 miles
    Test number
    767941653039
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteUnable to fully inspect front brake pads!

  21. Pass74,565 miles (+2,636)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    74,565 miles
    Test number
    709593262052
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs showing corrosion & pitting

  22. Pass71,929 miles (+2,930)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    71,929 miles
    Test number
    686962361089
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  23. Pass68,999 miles (+2,391)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    68,999 miles
    Test number
    851717360026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass66,608 miles (+4,719)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    66,608 miles
    Test number
    102504659046
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Pass61,889 miles (+103)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    61,889 miles
    Test number
    803332278075
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteSlight corrosion to rear brake discs

  26. Fail61,786 miles (+6,687)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,786 miles
    Test number
    563676668003
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteSlight corrosion to rear brake discs

  27. Pass55,099 miles (+234)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    55,099 miles
    Test number
    930214377057
    • NoteCentre silencer outer skin seperating
    • NoteNsr tyre 2mm
    • NoteOsr tyre sidewall cut and 2mm

  28. Fail54,865 miles (+8,799)6 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,865 miles
    Test number
    612447457059
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureBrake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureBrake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureRear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • NoteCentre silencer outer skin seperating
    • NoteOsf tyre at 2mm and outer sidewall cut

  29. Pass46,066 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    46,066 miles
    Test number
    552592466024
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about Y273 JAU

Does Y273 JAU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y273 JAU expired on 10 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y273 JAU?
The MOT on Y273 JAU expired on 10 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y273 JAU done?
Y273 JAU was recorded at 110,164 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2026, an average of 3,227 miles a year.
Has Y273 JAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y273 JAU has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on Y273 JAU 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 Y273 JAU find?
Y273 JAU failed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2026 with 9 major defects, 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 14 more.

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