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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y292 GAEMOT history

Y292 GAE is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 29 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 26 May 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 153,981 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 May 2025.

Y292 GAE black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 26 May 2026
Mileage
153,981 mi
At MOT on 27 May 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,751 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y292 GAE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
29 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 May 2026
Latest MOT test
27 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y292 GAE was last recorded at 153,981 miles on 27 May 2025, 1,111 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,870 miles · 24 May 2024
Between the last two tests
1,111 miles
Average per year
4,751 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 153,981 miles
  • 2024 – 152,870 miles
  • 2023 – 149,826 miles
  • 2022 – 148,592 miles
  • 2021 – 147,218 miles
  • 2020 – 142,846 miles
  • 2019 – 138,348 miles
  • 2018 – 133,942 miles
  • 2017 – 129,418 miles
  • 2016 – 124,718 miles
  • 2015 – 120,672 miles
  • 2014 – 116,813 miles
  • 2013 – 112,797 miles
  • 2012 – 107,918 miles
  • 2011 – 103,954 miles
  • 2010 – 99,986 miles
  • 2009 – 93,665 miles
  • 2008 – 84,667 miles
  • 2007 – 73,484 miles
  • 2006 – 62,685 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,981 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Under-body panels fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2009

Full MOT history

29 tests since 9 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,981 miles (+1,111)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2026
    Odometer
    153,981 miles
    Test number
    422368350799
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass152,870 miles (+3,044)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2025
    Odometer
    152,870 miles
    Test number
    370596031318
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Pass149,826 miles (+1,234)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    149,826 miles
    Test number
    279603471689

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass148,592 miles (+1,374)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    148,592 miles
    Test number
    980868915868

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass147,218 miles (+4,372)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    147,218 miles
    Test number
    758228131056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass142,846 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    142,846 miles
    Test number
    284019469896
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST HAS SLIGHT LEAK
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail142,846 miles (+4,498)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,846 miles
    Test number
    573303007091
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST HAS SLIGHT LEAK
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass138,348 miles (+4,406)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    138,348 miles
    Test number
    426540622056
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inside sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder-body panels fitted

  9. Pass133,942 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    133,942 miles
    Test number
    773325975985
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnder-body panels fitted

  10. Fail133,942 miles (+4,524)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,942 miles
    Test number
    971441716299
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnder-body panels fitted

  11. Pass129,418 miles (+4,700)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    129,418 miles
    Test number
    190345508436
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear slight debond (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and engine covers

  12. Pass124,718 miles (+4,046)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    124,718 miles
    Test number
    947976471763
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust mounting broken. But exhaust is supported ok.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryVery slight perishing to nearside rear tyre

  13. Pass120,672 miles (+3,859)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    120,672 miles
    Test number
    966939095042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront exhaust mounting bracket broken

  14. Pass116,813 miles (+4,016)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    116,813 miles
    Test number
    846294014116
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteSlight crack in offside front fog lamp glass
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass112,797 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    112,797 miles
    Test number
    657684393047
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail112,797 miles (+4,879)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,797 miles
    Test number
    166534093494
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass107,918 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    107,918 miles
    Test number
    848072102163
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSlight unbalance on front brakes

  18. Fail107,916 miles (+3,962)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,916 miles
    Test number
    658582402103
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSlight unbalance on front brakes

  19. Fail103,954 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,954 miles
    Test number
    756348401194
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass103,954 miles (+3,968)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    103,954 miles
    Test number
    918328001181
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass99,986 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    99,986 miles
    Test number
    993887590086
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteAdvise n/s/r wheel bearing slightly noisy

  22. Fail99,986 miles (+6,321)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,986 miles
    Test number
    240396290027
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteAdvise n/s/r wheel bearing slightly noisy

  23. Pass93,665 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    93,665 miles
    Test number
    121700619146
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteCovers

  24. Fail93,665 miles (+8,998)2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,665 miles
    Test number
    713890319182
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteCovers

  25. Pass84,667 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    84,667 miles
    Test number
    143770628134
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteLower engine cover fitted

  26. Fail84,667 miles (+11,183)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,667 miles
    Test number
    812160828103
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteLower engine cover fitted

  27. Pass73,484 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    73,484 miles
    Test number
    152233677071
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers

  28. Fail73,484 miles (+10,799)1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,484 miles
    Test number
    312423077085
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers

  29. Pass62,685 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    62,685 miles
    Test number
    581008866066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y292 GAE

Does Y292 GAE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y292 GAE expired on 26 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y292 GAE?
The MOT on Y292 GAE expired on 26 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y292 GAE done?
Y292 GAE was recorded at 153,981 miles at its MOT on 27 May 2025, an average of 4,751 miles a year.
Has Y292 GAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y292 GAE has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Apr 2020.
Has the mileage on Y292 GAE 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 Y292 GAE find?
Y292 GAE passed its latest MOT on 27 May 2025 with 4 advisories: front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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