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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y286 YCWMOT history

Y286 YCW is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 18 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 112,915 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Sept 2026.

Y286 YCW silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 18 Sept 2027
Mileage
112,915 mi
At MOT on 19 Sept 2026
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,671 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y286 YCW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
31 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y286 YCW was last recorded at 112,915 miles on 19 Sept 2026, 532 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,383 miles · 8 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
532 miles
Average per year
3,671 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,915 miles
  • 2023 – 112,383 miles
  • 2022 – 111,531 miles
  • 2021 – 109,068 miles
  • 2020 – 107,128 miles
  • 2019 – 103,370 miles
  • 2018 – 99,419 miles
  • 2017 – 95,399 miles
  • 2016 – 93,834 miles
  • 2015 – 89,844 miles
  • 2014 – 85,385 miles
  • 2013 – 80,780 miles
  • 2012 – 75,525 miles
  • 2011 – 70,572 miles
  • 2010 – 65,331 miles
  • 2009 – 59,920 miles
  • 2008 – 52,417 miles
  • 2007 – 44,892 miles
  • 2006 – 37,389 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,915 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass112,915 miles (+532)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    112,915 miles
    Test number
    766628980372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass112,383 miles (+852)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    112,383 miles
    Test number
    717778431436
    • AdvisoryEngine light illuminated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm 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 hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass111,531 miles (+2,463)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    111,531 miles
    Test number
    369785882992
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass109,068 miles (+1,940)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    109,068 miles
    Test number
    800055788878
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass107,128 miles (+3,758)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    107,128 miles
    Test number
    238868663482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass103,370 miles (+3,951)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    103,370 miles
    Test number
    896436366865
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyres cracking

  7. Pass99,419 miles (+4,020)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    99,419 miles
    Test number
    209779789794
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEml on

  8. Pass95,399 miles (+1,565)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    95,399 miles
    Test number
    635661078424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass93,834 miles (+3,990)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    93,834 miles
    Test number
    985790236975

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass89,844 miles (+4,459)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    89,844 miles
    Test number
    809403345033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass85,385 miles (+4,605)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    85,385 miles
    Test number
    209866734034
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteFront brake pads wearing thin

  12. Fail80,780 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,780 miles
    Test number
    597745533057
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteFront discs worn
    • NoteRear discs worn/pitted and slightly binding

  13. Pass80,780 miles (+5,255)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    80,780 miles
    Test number
    859445433092
    • NoteFront discs worn
    • NoteRear discs worn/pitted and slightly binding

  14. Fail75,525 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,525 miles
    Test number
    147247932485
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteFront discs worn

  15. Pass75,525 miles (+4,953)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    75,525 miles
    Test number
    676167332003
    • NoteFront discs worn

  16. Pass70,572 miles (+5,241)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    70,572 miles
    Test number
    136629831429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass65,331 miles (+5,411)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    65,331 miles
    Test number
    471954250072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass59,920 miles (+7,503)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    59,920 miles
    Test number
    982848949054
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass52,417 miles (+7,525)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    52,417 miles
    Test number
    951915048068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass44,892 miles (+7,503)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    44,892 miles
    Test number
    153622157499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass37,389 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    37,389 miles
    Test number
    400443456013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail37,389 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,389 miles
    Test number
    772793556052
    • FailureCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about Y286 YCW

Does Y286 YCW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y286 YCW is valid until 18 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y286 YCW?
The MOT on Y286 YCW is valid until 18 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y286 YCW done?
Y286 YCW was recorded at 112,915 miles at its MOT on 19 Sept 2026, an average of 3,671 miles a year.
Has Y286 YCW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y286 YCW has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2013.
Has the mileage on Y286 YCW 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 Y286 YCW find?
Y286 YCW passed its latest MOT on 19 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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