
Volkswagen Polo
Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc
Y291 UKNMOT history
Y291 UKN is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 2 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 18 Jul 2024 and it has passed 18 of 34 MOT tests, with 116,791 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jul 2023.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 18 Jul 2024
- Mileage
- 116,791 mi
- At MOT on 19 Jul 2023
- MOT tests
- 34
- 18 passed · 16 failed
- Per year
- 4,382 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- Y291 UKN
- 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
- 2 Jun 2001
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 18 Jul 2024
- Latest MOT test
- 19 Jul 2023 (Pass)
Mileage history
Y291 UKN was last recorded at 116,791 miles on 19 Jul 2023, 9,097 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Sept 2022.
- Previous MOT
- 107,694 miles · 12 Sept 2022
- Between the last two tests
- 9,097 miles
- Average per year
- 4,382 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2023 – 116,791 miles
- 2022 – 107,694 miles
- 2021 – 99,071 miles
- 2020 – 95,865 miles
- 2019 – 89,769 miles
- 2018 – 84,235 miles
- 2017 – 80,561 miles
- 2016 – 79,164 miles
- 2015 – 79,032 miles
- 2014 – 75,760 miles
- 2013 – 71,031 miles
- 2012 – 64,693 miles
- 2011 – 59,594 miles
- 2010 – 56,358 miles
- 2009 – 53,119 miles
- 2008 – 47,720 miles
- 2007 – 44,567 miles
- 2006 – 41,047 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
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.
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view
Minor5 MOTs, 2020–2022
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2017
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2017
Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017
Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017
Full MOT history
34 tests since 5 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass116,791 miles (+9,097)2 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 Jul 2024
- Odometer
- 116,791 miles
- Test number
- 578963680163
- MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass107,694 miles (+8,623)2 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Sept 2023
- Odometer
- 107,694 miles
- Test number
- 632414000976
- MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- 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))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Pass99,071 miles1 minor
- MOT expiry
- 4 Nov 2022
- Odometer
- 99,071 miles
- Test number
- 763627483185
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Fail99,071 miles (+3,206)2 repaired1 minor
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 99,071 miles
- Test number
- 485992819506
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Pass95,865 miles (+3)2 minor
- MOT expiry
- 1 Nov 2021
- Odometer
- 95,865 miles
- Test number
- 948013761988
- MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Fail95,862 miles (+1,670)1 major2 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 95,862 miles
- Test number
- 981346996395
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryEngine management light indicates a fault
Fail94,192 miles (+4,423)1 dangerous8 major1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 94,192 miles
- Test number
- 668817024260
- DangerousElectrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts engine loom on drive shaft (4.11 (a) (iii))
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Pass89,769 miles1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Oct 2020
- Odometer
- 89,769 miles
- Test number
- 653540616044
- MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Fail89,769 miles (+5,534)1 dangerous5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 89,769 miles
- Test number
- 193892654340
- DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Pass84,235 miles (+3)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Apr 2019
- Odometer
- 84,235 miles
- Test number
- 663899080197
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim inner rim damaged (4.2.A.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim inner rim damaged (4.2.A.1a)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Fail84,232 miles (+3,671)4 failures6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 84,232 miles
- Test number
- 915667064512
- FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
- FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tyre splitting around inner side wall (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim inner rim damaged (4.2.A.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim inner rim damaged (4.2.A.1a)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- AdvisoryOil leaks,one leak from insecure pipe ?
Pass80,561 miles7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Mar 2018
- Odometer
- 80,561 miles
- Test number
- 485123536081
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Fail80,561 miles (+1,397)4 repaired7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 80,561 miles
- Test number
- 671721370527
- Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively no water (8.2.2)
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
- Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively no water (8.2.2)
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass79,164 miles (+10)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Mar 2017
- Odometer
- 79,164 miles
- Test number
- 513509798773
- AdvisoryRear brake balance poor
- AdvisorySlight leak on exhaust joint
Fail79,154 miles (+122)1 failure2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 79,154 miles
- Test number
- 687534790357
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- AdvisoryRear brake balance poor
- AdvisorySlight leak on exhaust joint
Pass79,032 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Feb 2016
- Odometer
- 79,032 miles
- Test number
- 506025455000
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Fail79,026 miles (+3,266)3 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 79,026 miles
- Test number
- 179535655008
- FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
- FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Pass75,760 miles (+12)2 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 13 May 2015
- Odometer
- 75,760 miles
- Test number
- 726384434195
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush 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)
- NoteNearside headlamp poor beam pattern
- NoteVehicle pulling to right on brake test
Fail75,748 miles (+4,717)1 dangerous6 failures3 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 75,748 miles
- Test number
- 848853234188
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
- FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
- FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
- FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
- FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush 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)
- NoteNearside headlamp poor beam pattern
- NoteVehicle pulling to right on brake test
Pass71,031 miles3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 7 May 2014
- Odometer
- 71,031 miles
- Test number
- 126868823187
- 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)
- AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- NoteNear side front tyre wearing on the inner edge
Fail71,031 miles (+6,338)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 71,031 miles
- Test number
- 927297523147
- FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- 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)
- AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- NoteNear side front tyre wearing on the inner edge
- NoteWater leak
Pass64,693 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 May 2013
- Odometer
- 64,693 miles
- Test number
- 319843302159
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
Fail64,693 miles (+1,784)1 dangerous4 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 64,693 miles
- Test number
- 348723602197
- DangerousNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
Fail62,909 miles (+3,315)5 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 62,909 miles
- Test number
- 378768352016
- FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
Pass59,594 miles2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 7 May 2012
- Odometer
- 59,594 miles
- Test number
- 795120111186
- AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteVarious body damage
Fail59,594 miles (+3,236)2 failures2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 59,594 miles
- Test number
- 317359101156
- FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
- AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteVarious body damage
Pass56,358 miles (+3,239)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 7 May 2011
- Odometer
- 56,358 miles
- Test number
- 140004400124
- NoteO/s rear body damage
Pass53,119 miles (+126)
- MOT expiry
- 7 May 2010
- Odometer
- 53,119 miles
- Test number
- 401908229119
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail52,993 miles (+5,273)2 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 52,993 miles
- Test number
- 151780329170
- FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
- FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass47,720 miles (+25)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Apr 2009
- Odometer
- 47,720 miles
- Test number
- 223591398057
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Fail47,695 miles (+3,128)2 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 47,695 miles
- Test number
- 130776488044
- FailureBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureBrake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass44,567 miles (+3,520)
- MOT expiry
- 4 Apr 2008
- Odometer
- 44,567 miles
- Test number
- 120528887012
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail41,047 miles1 repaired2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 41,047 miles
- Test number
- 213975496068
- Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass41,047 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Apr 2007
- Odometer
- 41,047 miles
- Test number
- 680915496040
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Questions about Y291 UKN
- Does Y291 UKN currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on Y291 UKN expired on 18 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on Y291 UKN?
- The MOT on Y291 UKN expired on 18 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has Y291 UKN done?
- Y291 UKN was recorded at 116,791 miles at its MOT on 19 Jul 2023, an average of 4,382 miles a year.
- Has Y291 UKN ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. Y291 UKN has failed 16 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Nov 2021.
- Has the mileage on Y291 UKN 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 Y291 UKN find?
- Y291 UKN passed its latest MOT on 19 Jul 2023 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 3 more.
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