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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,198 cc

Y2 FFAMOT history

Y2 FFA is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 15 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 20 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 100,773 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2026.

Y2 FFA grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Apr 2027
Mileage
100,773 mi
At MOT on 21 Apr 2026
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,689 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y2 FFA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
15 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y2 FFA was last recorded at 100,773 miles on 21 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,773 miles · 20 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,689 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,773 miles
  • 2025 – 98,825 miles
  • 2024 – 94,879 miles
  • 2023 – 88,388 miles
  • 2021 – 85,963 miles
  • 2020 – 80,274 miles
  • 2019 – 74,770 miles
  • 2018 – 61,712 miles
  • 2017 – 50,033 miles
  • 2016 – 36,566 miles
  • 2015 – 29,117 miles
  • 2014 – 20,861 miles
  • 2013 – 18,846 miles
  • 2012 – 17,749 miles
  • 2011 – 16,816 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,773 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 10 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Central Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment

    Major4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

24 tests since 19 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,773 miles5 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    100,773 miles
    Test number
    369093970569
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail100,773 miles (+1,948)2 major5 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,773 miles
    Test number
    832924779100
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass98,825 miles (+7)2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    98,825 miles
    Test number
    685574354225
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Hub wiring not secured
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not fully secured
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPoor reserve travel on hand brake
    • AdvisoryScreen wash leaking, flow on screen poor

  4. Fail98,818 miles (+3,939)6 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,818 miles
    Test number
    444830743298
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Nearside lamp missing (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Hub wiring not secured
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not fully secured
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPoor reserve travel on hand brake
    • AdvisoryScreen wash leaking, flow on screen poor

  5. Pass94,879 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    94,879 miles
    Test number
    494449202558
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system in poor condition

  6. Fail94,879 miles (+6,491)1 dangerous10 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,879 miles
    Test number
    439033550277
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury door mirror (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system in poor condition

  7. Pass88,388 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    88,388 miles
    Test number
    716542996201
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex also system in poor condition (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn badly on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail88,388 miles (+2,425)6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,388 miles
    Test number
    299472092321
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex also system in poor condition (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn badly on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside covered

  9. Pass85,963 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    85,963 miles
    Test number
    346908022442
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (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))
    • AdvisoryUnderside components covered

  10. Fail85,963 miles (+5,689)6 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,963 miles
    Test number
    390965947796
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (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))
    • AdvisoryUnderside components covered

  11. Pass80,274 miles (+5,504)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    80,274 miles
    Test number
    220757047198
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass74,770 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    74,770 miles
    Test number
    416306183581

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail74,770 miles (+13,058)1 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,770 miles
    Test number
    766904555287
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

  14. Pass61,712 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    61,712 miles
    Test number
    885811510557
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Fail61,712 miles (+11,679)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,712 miles
    Test number
    710237454304
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Pass50,033 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    50,033 miles
    Test number
    510848442372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail50,033 miles (+13,467)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,033 miles
    Test number
    582862963568
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass36,566 miles (+7,449)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    36,566 miles
    Test number
    323079881571
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  19. Pass29,117 miles (+8,256)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    29,117 miles
    Test number
    289027415239
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass20,861 miles (+2,015)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    20,861 miles
    Test number
    208768714278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass18,846 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    18,846 miles
    Test number
    246006093448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail18,846 miles (+1,097)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,846 miles
    Test number
    248366993497
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  23. Pass17,749 miles (+933)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    17,749 miles
    Test number
    438391702238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass16,816 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    16,816 miles
    Test number
    396090501256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y2 FFA

Does Y2 FFA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y2 FFA is valid until 20 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y2 FFA?
The MOT on Y2 FFA is valid until 20 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y2 FFA done?
Y2 FFA was recorded at 100,773 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2026, an average of 5,689 miles a year.
Has Y2 FFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y2 FFA has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on Y2 FFA 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 Y2 FFA find?
Y2 FFA passed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2026 with 5 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light, and 4 more.

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