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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 999 cc

Y279 DCCMOT history

Y279 DCC is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 3 Aug 2001. Its MOT is valid until 11 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 74,965 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2026.

Y279 DCC silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Oct 2027
Mileage
74,965 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,853 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y279 DCC
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
3 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y279 DCC was last recorded at 74,965 miles on 12 Oct 2026, 54 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,911 miles · 7 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
54 miles
Average per year
2,853 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 74,965 miles
  • 2025 – 60,495 miles
  • 2024 – 50,020 miles
  • 2023 – 43,382 miles
  • 2022 – 36,771 miles
  • 2019 – 34,448 miles
  • 2018 – 33,593 miles
  • 2017 – 32,945 miles
  • 2016 – 32,258 miles
  • 2015 – 31,585 miles
  • 2014 – 30,993 miles
  • 2013 – 29,368 miles
  • 2012 – 28,252 miles
  • 2011 – 27,091 miles
  • 2010 – 25,388 miles
  • 2009 – 23,307 miles
  • 2008 – 21,161 miles
  • 2007 – 19,159 miles
  • 2006 – 17,430 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,965 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated PIN HOLED (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing walls cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rear bushing bonding deteriorating but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 12 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,965 miles (+54)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    74,965 miles
    Test number
    310622304935
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated PIN HOLED (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail74,911 miles (+14,416)1 dangerous3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,911 miles
    Test number
    399590822418
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated PIN HOLED (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryENGINE MANAGEMENT LAMP ON
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge JUST ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass60,495 miles (+95)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    60,495 miles
    Test number
    588108512983
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing walls cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail60,400 miles (+10,380)2 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,400 miles
    Test number
    831664256313
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing walls cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass50,020 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    50,020 miles
    Test number
    566732017621
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail50,015 miles (+6,633)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,015 miles
    Test number
    677859289917
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass43,382 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    43,382 miles
    Test number
    536619076021
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rear bushing bonding deteriorating but not resulting in excessive movement
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail43,380 miles (+6,609)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,380 miles
    Test number
    253932485997
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision loose (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rear bushing bonding deteriorating but not resulting in excessive movement
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass36,771 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    36,771 miles
    Test number
    509491831291
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail36,763 miles (+2,315)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,763 miles
    Test number
    294247471620
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass34,448 miles (+855)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    34,448 miles
    Test number
    711761027736

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass33,593 miles (+648)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    33,593 miles
    Test number
    459336956213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass32,945 miles (+687)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    32,945 miles
    Test number
    862254629123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass32,258 miles (+673)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    32,258 miles
    Test number
    680942366688

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass31,585 miles (+592)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    31,585 miles
    Test number
    889628105230
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass30,993 miles (+1,625)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    30,993 miles
    Test number
    499598094144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass29,368 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    29,368 miles
    Test number
    458778693108
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear silencer box is badly corroded but not leaking

  18. Fail29,368 miles (+1,116)1 failure2 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,368 miles
    Test number
    269898693499
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear silencer box is badly corroded but not leaking

  19. Pass28,252 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    28,252 miles
    Test number
    336696802494
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Fail28,251 miles (+1,160)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,251 miles
    Test number
    365765602259
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass27,091 miles (+1,703)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    27,091 miles
    Test number
    815336101202
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteO/s front h/lamp image poor

  22. Pass25,388 miles (+2,081)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    25,388 miles
    Test number
    312734100283
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass23,307 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    23,307 miles
    Test number
    733690919241
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Fail23,307 miles (+2,146)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,307 miles
    Test number
    183610219238
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail21,161 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,161 miles
    Test number
    750970018216
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  26. Pass21,161 miles (+2,002)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    21,161 miles
    Test number
    823850918288
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  27. Pass19,159 miles (+1,729)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    19,159 miles
    Test number
    434273217278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass17,430 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    17,430 miles
    Test number
    384444526217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail17,430 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,430 miles
    Test number
    444544926220
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Questions about Y279 DCC

Does Y279 DCC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y279 DCC is valid until 11 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y279 DCC?
The MOT on Y279 DCC is valid until 11 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y279 DCC done?
Y279 DCC was recorded at 74,965 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2026, an average of 2,853 miles a year.
Has Y279 DCC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y279 DCC has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on Y279 DCC 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 Y279 DCC find?
Y279 DCC passed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated pin holed; oil leak, but not excessive.

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