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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y294 TGPMOT history

Y294 TGP is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 21 Feb 2023 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 123,837 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Feb 2022.

Y294 TGP silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Feb 2023
Mileage
123,837 mi
At MOT on 22 Feb 2022
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,227 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y294 TGP
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
1 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
22 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y294 TGP was last recorded at 123,837 miles on 22 Feb 2022, 42 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,795 miles · 9 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
42 miles
Average per year
6,227 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 123,837 miles
  • 2020 – 114,135 miles
  • 2019 – 105,192 miles
  • 2018 – 94,132 miles
  • 2017 – 84,334 miles
  • 2016 – 75,836 miles
  • 2015 – 66,691 miles
  • 2014 – 53,305 miles
  • 2013 – 44,416 miles
  • 2012 – 44,185 miles
  • 2009 – 41,094 miles
  • 2008 – 36,774 miles
  • 2007 – 30,967 miles
  • 2006 – 25,037 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,837 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2012

Full MOT history

18 tests since 12 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,837 miles (+42)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    123,837 miles
    Test number
    315641452058
    • 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))
  2. Fail123,795 miles (+9,660)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,795 miles
    Test number
    908852707567
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (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))
  3. Pass114,135 miles (+13)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    114,135 miles
    Test number
    221412957061
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  4. Fail114,122 miles (+8,930)1 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,122 miles
    Test number
    215911633696
    • DangerousNearside Front Valve stem seriously misaligned (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  5. Pass105,192 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    105,192 miles
    Test number
    354295762973
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  6. Fail105,192 miles (+11,060)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,192 miles
    Test number
    421255885600
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  7. Pass94,132 miles (+9,798)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    94,132 miles
    Test number
    697493145992
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass84,334 miles (+8,498)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    84,334 miles
    Test number
    103644920629
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen cracked
  9. Pass75,836 miles (+9,145)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    75,836 miles
    Test number
    908804839533

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass66,691 miles (+13,386)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    66,691 miles
    Test number
    600398151076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass53,305 miles (+8,889)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    53,305 miles
    Test number
    318073514257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass44,416 miles (+231)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    44,416 miles
    Test number
    437504413243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass44,185 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    44,185 miles
    Test number
    579080312128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail44,184 miles (+3,090)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,184 miles
    Test number
    537123102116
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  15. Pass41,094 miles (+4,320)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    41,094 miles
    Test number
    471396789093
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  16. Pass36,774 miles (+5,807)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    36,774 miles
    Test number
    224559408135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,967 miles (+5,930)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    30,967 miles
    Test number
    124413007147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass25,037 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    25,037 miles
    Test number
    983142406131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y294 TGP

Does Y294 TGP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y294 TGP expired on 21 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y294 TGP?
The MOT on Y294 TGP expired on 21 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y294 TGP done?
Y294 TGP was recorded at 123,837 miles at its MOT on 22 Feb 2022, an average of 6,227 miles a year.
Has Y294 TGP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y294 TGP has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on Y294 TGP 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 Y294 TGP find?
Y294 TGP passed its latest MOT on 22 Feb 2022 with 2 advisories: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive.

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