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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 999 cc

Y293 ERGMOT history

Y293 ERG is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 19 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 23 Mar 2024 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 144,125 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Mar 2023.

Y293 ERG silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Mar 2024
Mileage
144,125 mi
At MOT on 16 Mar 2023
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,704 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y293 ERG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
19 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
16 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y293 ERG was last recorded at 144,125 miles on 16 Mar 2023, 2,185 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,940 miles · 24 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
2,185 miles
Average per year
5,704 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 144,125 miles
  • 2022 – 141,940 miles
  • 2021 – 139,431 miles
  • 2020 – 136,264 miles
  • 2019 – 131,137 miles
  • 2018 – 125,816 miles
  • 2017 – 119,862 miles
  • 2016 – 113,501 miles
  • 2015 – 106,875 miles
  • 2014 – 99,804 miles
  • 2013 – 92,736 miles
  • 2012 – 85,326 miles
  • 2011 – 78,675 miles
  • 2010 – 71,803 miles
  • 2009 – 65,750 miles
  • 2008 – 59,201 miles
  • 2007 – 52,045 miles
  • 2006 – 46,493 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,125 miles
  • AdvisoryClutch slipping on entry
  • AdvisoryExhaust back box in poor condition
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear (1.1.11 (c))

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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

26 tests since 1 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,125 miles (+2,185)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    144,125 miles
    Test number
    935338973242
    • AdvisoryClutch slipping on entry
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box in poor condition
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass141,940 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    141,940 miles
    Test number
    683224019753

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail141,906 miles (+2,475)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,906 miles
    Test number
    343012028562
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass139,431 miles (+3,167)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    139,431 miles
    Test number
    124122772134
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass136,264 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    136,264 miles
    Test number
    291177743762
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail136,262 miles (+5,125)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,262 miles
    Test number
    140141737736
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass131,137 miles (+5,321)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    131,137 miles
    Test number
    499854878299
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  8. Pass125,816 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    125,816 miles
    Test number
    450551675938

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail125,794 miles (+5,932)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,794 miles
    Test number
    693330532659
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

  10. Pass119,862 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    119,862 miles
    Test number
    298864422560

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail119,852 miles (+6,351)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,852 miles
    Test number
    281042931712
    • DangerousFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  12. Pass113,501 miles (+20)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    113,501 miles
    Test number
    749695172095
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail113,481 miles (+6,606)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,481 miles
    Test number
    636624655801
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass106,875 miles (+7,071)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    106,875 miles
    Test number
    507796915018
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail99,804 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,804 miles
    Test number
    186380934448
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  16. Pass99,804 miles (+7,068)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    99,804 miles
    Test number
    965010434000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass92,736 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    92,736 miles
    Test number
    606665933040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail92,736 miles (+7,410)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,736 miles
    Test number
    915785533093
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass85,326 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    85,326 miles
    Test number
    439746812046
    • 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)

  20. Fail85,326 miles (+6,651)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,326 miles
    Test number
    675796112015
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • 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)

  21. Pass78,675 miles (+6,872)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    78,675 miles
    Test number
    219103731005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass71,803 miles (+6,053)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    71,803 miles
    Test number
    300895920079
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  23. Pass65,750 miles (+6,549)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    65,750 miles
    Test number
    812213129003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass59,201 miles (+7,156)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    59,201 miles
    Test number
    470461928045
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass52,045 miles (+5,552)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    52,045 miles
    Test number
    244427227024
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass46,493 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    46,493 miles
    Test number
    153612136444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y293 ERG

Does Y293 ERG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y293 ERG expired on 23 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y293 ERG?
The MOT on Y293 ERG expired on 23 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y293 ERG done?
Y293 ERG was recorded at 144,125 miles at its MOT on 16 Mar 2023, an average of 5,704 miles a year.
Has Y293 ERG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y293 ERG has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on Y293 ERG 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 ERG find?
Y293 ERG passed its latest MOT on 16 Mar 2023 with 3 advisories: clutch slipping on entry; exhaust back box in poor condition; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear.

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