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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y293 AOBMOT history

Y293 AOB is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 21 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 19 Aug 2023 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 117,430 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2022.

Y293 AOB silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 Aug 2023
Mileage
117,430 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2022
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,276 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y293 AOB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
21 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y293 AOB was last recorded at 117,430 miles on 20 Aug 2022, 1,423 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,007 miles · 17 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
1,423 miles
Average per year
5,276 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 117,430 miles
  • 2021 – 116,007 miles
  • 2020 – 114,342 miles
  • 2019 – 110,934 miles
  • 2018 – 108,312 miles
  • 2017 – 104,781 miles
  • 2016 – 101,005 miles
  • 2015 – 97,922 miles
  • 2014 – 94,949 miles
  • 2013 – 90,159 miles
  • 2012 – 85,715 miles
  • 2011 – 79,466 miles
  • 2010 – 69,988 miles
  • 2008 – 57,491 miles
  • 2007 – 46,375 miles
  • 2005 – 29,389 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,430 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 12 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,430 miles (+1,423)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    117,430 miles
    Test number
    926262413175
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass116,007 miles (+1,665)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    116,007 miles
    Test number
    468687962046
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (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 slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass114,342 miles (+3,408)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    114,342 miles
    Test number
    631003845688
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass110,934 miles (+2,622)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    110,934 miles
    Test number
    164596937615
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass108,312 miles (+3,531)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    108,312 miles
    Test number
    967883278215
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (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))

  6. Pass104,781 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    104,781 miles
    Test number
    714313161951
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has splits in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has splits in tread

  7. Fail104,781 miles (+3,776)5 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,781 miles
    Test number
    472356085637
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has splits in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has splits in tread

  8. Pass101,005 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    101,005 miles
    Test number
    851048311166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail101,005 miles (+3,083)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,005 miles
    Test number
    134618965346
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  10. Pass97,922 miles (+2,973)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    97,922 miles
    Test number
    658722865153
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  11. Pass94,949 miles (+4,790)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    94,949 miles
    Test number
    549185384140
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  12. Pass90,159 miles (+4,444)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    90,159 miles
    Test number
    787126953181
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  13. Pass85,715 miles (+6,249)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    85,715 miles
    Test number
    687950662100
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass79,466 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    79,466 miles
    Test number
    817183471042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail79,465 miles (+9,477)7 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,465 miles
    Test number
    165773271096
    • FailureFront Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteEmissions not tested
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped

  16. Pass69,988 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    69,988 miles
    Test number
    661407450041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail69,988 miles (+12,497)6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,988 miles
    Test number
    933495550047
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureIndicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Upper Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear service imbalance

  18. Pass57,491 miles (+11,116)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    57,491 miles
    Test number
    781394688204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass46,375 miles (+16,986)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    46,375 miles
    Test number
    251428197294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass29,389 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    29,389 miles
    Test number
    604036645369
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about Y293 AOB

Does Y293 AOB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y293 AOB expired on 19 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y293 AOB?
The MOT on Y293 AOB expired on 19 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y293 AOB done?
Y293 AOB was recorded at 117,430 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2022, an average of 5,276 miles a year.
Has Y293 AOB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y293 AOB has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jul 2017.
Has the mileage on Y293 AOB 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 Y293 AOB find?
Y293 AOB passed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2022 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides; front outer anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides; oil leak, but not excessive.

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