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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y294 DRUMOT history

Y294 DRU is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 8 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 14 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 118,071 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Feb 2026.

Y294 DRU blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Feb 2027
Mileage
118,071 mi
At MOT on 6 Feb 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,162 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y294 DRU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
8 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y294 DRU was last recorded at 118,071 miles on 6 Feb 2026, 625 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Jan 2013: 82,726 miles, lower than 799,237 miles on 18 Jan 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
117,446 miles · 14 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
625 miles
Average per year
3,162 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,071 miles
  • 2025 – 117,446 miles
  • 2024 – 116,913 miles
  • 2023 – 115,860 miles
  • 2022 – 114,653 miles
  • 2021 – 111,687 miles
  • 2020 – 109,978 miles
  • 2019 – 107,656 miles
  • 2018 – 105,086 miles
  • 2017 – 103,332 miles
  • 2016 – 99,843 miles
  • 2015 – 95,319 miles
  • 2014 – 88,578 miles
  • 2013 – 82,726 miles
  • 2012 – 799,237 miles
  • 2010 – 75,338 miles
  • 2009 – 72,436 miles
  • 2008 – 66,029 miles
  • 2007 – 61,993 miles
  • 2006 – 55,602 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,071 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre pipe (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Number plate light dimRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySlight surface corrosion underside of vehicleRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Both front tyres wearing on inner edges.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 5 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,071 miles4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    118,071 miles
    Test number
    529208559623
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Number plate light dim
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight surface corrosion underside of vehicle

  2. Fail118,071 miles (+625)1 major4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,071 miles
    Test number
    875400732185
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Number plate light dim
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight surface corrosion underside of vehicle

  3. Pass117,446 miles (+533)3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    117,446 miles
    Test number
    474229244721
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Number plate light dim
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight surface corrosion underside of vehicle

  4. Pass116,913 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    116,913 miles
    Test number
    975917780779
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are worn on inner edges

  5. Fail116,913 miles (+1,053)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,913 miles
    Test number
    769754224879
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are worn on inner edges

  6. Pass115,860 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    115,860 miles
    Test number
    109445885974
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail115,859 miles (+1,206)8 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,859 miles
    Test number
    474553409719
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass114,653 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    114,653 miles
    Test number
    762536118001
    • 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))

  9. Fail114,653 miles (+2,966)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,653 miles
    Test number
    739878840949
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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))

  10. Pass111,687 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    111,687 miles
    Test number
    681430488121
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail111,687 miles (+1,709)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,687 miles
    Test number
    632325642021
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass109,978 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    109,978 miles
    Test number
    828141958819

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail109,978 miles (+2,322)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,978 miles
    Test number
    972190995876
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  14. Pass107,656 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    107,656 miles
    Test number
    758606535922

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail107,626 miles (+2,540)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,626 miles
    Test number
    215653972947
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  16. Pass105,086 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    105,086 miles
    Test number
    862576861366
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  17. Fail105,086 miles (+1,754)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,086 miles
    Test number
    413772258861
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  18. Pass103,332 miles (+3,489)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    103,332 miles
    Test number
    735471920598
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Pass99,843 miles (+4,524)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    99,843 miles
    Test number
    765905929840

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass95,319 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    95,319 miles
    Test number
    337693125010
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Fail95,319 miles (+6,741)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,319 miles
    Test number
    518212725089
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  22. Pass88,578 miles (+5,852)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    88,578 miles
    Test number
    379354134098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass82,726 miles (-716,511)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    82,726 miles
    Test number
    929499213044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass799,237 miles (+723,899)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    799,237 miles
    Test number
    146508412069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass75,338 miles (+2,902)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    75,338 miles
    Test number
    441677700314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass72,436 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    72,436 miles
    Test number
    492103809400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail72,436 miles (+6,407)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,436 miles
    Test number
    241783409372
    • DangerousFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • DangerousRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  28. Pass66,029 miles (+4,036)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2009
    Odometer
    66,029 miles
    Test number
    273553018109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass61,993 miles (+6,391)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2008
    Odometer
    61,993 miles
    Test number
    133179327165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass55,602 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2007
    Odometer
    55,602 miles
    Test number
    684185526197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail55,602 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,602 miles
    Test number
    871565526197
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Questions about Y294 DRU

Does Y294 DRU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y294 DRU is valid until 14 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y294 DRU?
The MOT on Y294 DRU is valid until 14 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y294 DRU done?
Y294 DRU was recorded at 118,071 miles at its MOT on 6 Feb 2026, an average of 3,162 miles a year.
Has Y294 DRU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y294 DRU has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on Y294 DRU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 Jan 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y294 DRU find?
Y294 DRU passed its latest MOT on 6 Feb 2026 with 4 minor defects and 8 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front windscreen wiper blade defective, and 9 more.

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