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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y281 RNVMOT history

Y281 RNV is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 13 Mar 2023 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 139,732 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Mar 2022.

Y281 RNV black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 13 Mar 2023
Mileage
139,732 mi
At MOT on 7 Mar 2022
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,385 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y281 RNV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
7 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y281 RNV was last recorded at 139,732 miles on 7 Mar 2022, 2,577 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,155 miles · 9 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
2,577 miles
Average per year
5,385 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 139,732 miles
  • 2021 – 137,155 miles
  • 2020 – 135,988 miles
  • 2019 – 134,245 miles
  • 2018 – 132,560 miles
  • 2017 – 129,659 miles
  • 2016 – 126,520 miles
  • 2015 – 123,123 miles
  • 2014 – 119,729 miles
  • 2013 – 116,126 miles
  • 2012 – 108,270 miles
  • 2011 – 101,335 miles
  • 2010 – 93,558 miles
  • 2009 – 82,581 miles
  • 2008 – 75,905 miles
  • 2007 – 64,420 miles
  • 2006 – 53,513 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,732 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust flex pipe deteriorated plus rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Not dripping but needs attention (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass139,732 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    139,732 miles
    Test number
    973083371221
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust flex pipe deteriorated plus rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Not dripping but needs attention (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail139,732 miles (+2,577)1 dangerous2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,732 miles
    Test number
    583563903325
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated Inner canvas exposed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSide repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust flex pipe deteriorated plus rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Severely worn to inner edge / No cords exposed (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Not dripping but needs attention (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass137,155 miles (+1,167)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    137,155 miles
    Test number
    396185807353
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass135,988 miles (+1,743)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    135,988 miles
    Test number
    938491436634

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass134,245 miles (+1,685)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    134,245 miles
    Test number
    450712326868
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement on both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass132,560 miles (+2,901)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    132,560 miles
    Test number
    621507322512

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass129,659 miles (+3,139)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    129,659 miles
    Test number
    391049153876

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass126,520 miles (+3,397)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    126,520 miles
    Test number
    968534853458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass123,123 miles (+3,394)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    123,123 miles
    Test number
    359798165067
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  10. Pass119,729 miles (+3,603)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    119,729 miles
    Test number
    877402174048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass116,126 miles (+7,856)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    116,126 miles
    Test number
    628623973075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass108,270 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    108,270 miles
    Test number
    375469962063
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Fail108,270 miles (+6,935)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,270 miles
    Test number
    367838362068
    • FailureFront Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass101,335 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    101,335 miles
    Test number
    776208861032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail101,335 miles (+7,777)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,335 miles
    Test number
    765938861094
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

  16. Pass93,558 miles (+10,977)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    93,558 miles
    Test number
    220191370049
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn close to wear bars
    • NoteN/s/r brake bindion g slightly
    • NoteOs/r tyre worn un even close to limit

  17. Pass82,581 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    82,581 miles
    Test number
    880342979082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail83,577 miles (+7,672)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,577 miles
    Test number
    781262479077
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass75,905 miles (+11,485)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    75,905 miles
    Test number
    122178298479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass64,420 miles (+10,907)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    64,420 miles
    Test number
    232364607175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail53,513 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,513 miles
    Test number
    101712266495
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testRear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre sidewall damaged †

  22. Pass53,513 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    53,513 miles
    Test number
    711562866079
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre sidewall damaged †

Questions about Y281 RNV

Does Y281 RNV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y281 RNV expired on 13 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y281 RNV?
The MOT on Y281 RNV expired on 13 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y281 RNV done?
Y281 RNV was recorded at 139,732 miles at its MOT on 7 Mar 2022, an average of 5,385 miles a year.
Has Y281 RNV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y281 RNV has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on Y281 RNV 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 Y281 RNV find?
Y281 RNV passed its latest MOT on 7 Mar 2022 with 5 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust flex pipe deteriorated plus rear silencer; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 2 more.

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