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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y295 UTRMOT history

Y295 UTR is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 14 Aug 2001. Its MOT expired on 15 Sept 2024 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 177,486 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2023.

Y295 UTR silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 Sept 2024
Mileage
177,486 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2023
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,725 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y295 UTR
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
14 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y295 UTR was last recorded at 177,486 miles on 16 Sept 2023, 11,686 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,800 miles · 19 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
11,686 miles
Average per year
9,725 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 177,486 miles
  • 2022 – 165,800 miles
  • 2021 – 163,155 miles
  • 2020 – 158,815 miles
  • 2019 – 156,871 miles
  • 2018 – 153,577 miles
  • 2017 – 141,066 miles
  • 2016 – 122,355 miles
  • 2015 – 109,417 miles
  • 2014 – 105,524 miles
  • 2013 – 99,187 miles
  • 2012 – 89,615 miles
  • 2011 – 84,769 miles
  • 2010 – 55,007 miles
  • 2009 – 24,815 miles
  • 2008 – 12,665 miles
  • 2007 – 12,202 miles
  • 2006 – 10,601 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,486 miles
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

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.

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Slight play inner steering link

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Fluid leak, but not excessive Gearbox oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

24 tests since 19 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,486 miles (+11,686)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    177,486 miles
    Test number
    187351569483
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
  2. Pass165,800 miles (+2,645)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    165,800 miles
    Test number
    438888528200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass163,155 miles (+4,340)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    163,155 miles
    Test number
    428942412886

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass158,815 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    158,815 miles
    Test number
    199735069447
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Slight play inner steering link
  5. Fail158,815 miles (+1,944)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,815 miles
    Test number
    430363937112
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Slight play inner steering link
  6. Pass156,871 miles (+3,294)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    156,871 miles
    Test number
    702266232202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass153,577 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    153,577 miles
    Test number
    545081873771
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Gearbox oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Fail153,575 miles (+12,509)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,575 miles
    Test number
    305288809399
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Gearbox oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass141,066 miles (+18,711)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    141,066 miles
    Test number
    302073508059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass122,355 miles (+12,938)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    122,355 miles
    Test number
    230311379731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass109,417 miles (+3,893)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    109,417 miles
    Test number
    732052025963

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass105,524 miles (+6,337)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    105,524 miles
    Test number
    256039294134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass99,187 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    99,187 miles
    Test number
    335803713481
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNS wiper split and smearing
  14. Fail99,187 miles (+9,572)1 dangerous3 failures2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,187 miles
    Test number
    359902613406
    • DangerousParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNS wiper split and smearing
  15. Pass89,615 miles (+4,846)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    89,615 miles
    Test number
    378515802289
    • NoteRear silencer deteriorated
  16. Fail84,769 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,769 miles
    Test number
    235919791107
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
  17. Pass84,769 miles (+29,762)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    84,769 miles
    Test number
    259749291152
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
  18. Pass55,007 miles (+30,192)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    55,007 miles
    Test number
    560787800232
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
  19. Pass24,815 miles (+842)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    24,815 miles
    Test number
    221114689479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail23,973 miles (+11,308)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,973 miles
    Test number
    412565179134
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  21. Pass12,665 miles (+463)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    12,665 miles
    Test number
    532997798120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass12,202 miles (+1,601)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    12,202 miles
    Test number
    362777507217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass10,601 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    10,601 miles
    Test number
    353950406221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail10,601 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,601 miles
    Test number
    653030906273
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the left (1.6.B4)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Questions about Y295 UTR

Does Y295 UTR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y295 UTR expired on 15 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y295 UTR?
The MOT on Y295 UTR expired on 15 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y295 UTR done?
Y295 UTR was recorded at 177,486 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2023, an average of 9,725 miles a year.
Has Y295 UTR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y295 UTR has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2020.
Has the mileage on Y295 UTR 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 Y295 UTR find?
Y295 UTR passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2023 with 2 advisories: play in steering rack inner joint(s); rear passenger seat(s) missing at time of test.

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