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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y303 OFEMOT history

Y303 OFE is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 25 Sept 2023 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 105,144 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2022.

Y303 OFE silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 25 Sept 2023
Mileage
105,144 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2022
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,150 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y303 OFE
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 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y303 OFE was last recorded at 105,144 miles on 23 Sept 2022, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,142 miles · 21 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
4,150 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 105,144 miles
  • 2021 – 99,949 miles
  • 2020 – 97,474 miles
  • 2019 – 93,361 miles
  • 2018 – 87,347 miles
  • 2017 – 80,862 miles
  • 2016 – 76,779 miles
  • 2015 – 73,452 miles
  • 2014 – 69,265 miles
  • 2013 – 64,746 miles
  • 2012 – 62,159 miles
  • 2011 – 60,734 miles
  • 2010 – 55,438 miles
  • 2009 – 52,497 miles
  • 2008 – 45,090 miles
  • 2007 – 41,455 miles
  • 2006 – 37,766 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,144 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2018

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)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2011

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor4 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2016

Full MOT history

28 tests since 29 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,144 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    105,144 miles
    Test number
    203070359324
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail105,142 miles (+5,193)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,142 miles
    Test number
    728690991489
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed badly perished exposing cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear bump stops/shock absorber gaiters broken

  3. Pass99,949 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    99,949 miles
    Test number
    604760415508
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail99,949 miles (+1)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,949 miles
    Test number
    502512935529
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail99,948 miles (+2,474)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,948 miles
    Test number
    760659714346
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm modified so the suspension is likely to foul other components (5.3.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass97,474 miles (+1)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    97,474 miles
    Test number
    735343683507
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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. Fail97,473 miles (+4,112)1 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,473 miles
    Test number
    779007468787
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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. Pass93,361 miles (+6,014)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    93,361 miles
    Test number
    620490441011
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged side wall, been ran flat. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass87,347 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    87,347 miles
    Test number
    229442789544
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil spring upper seats corroded

  10. Fail87,347 miles (+6,485)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,347 miles
    Test number
    655582051032
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil spring upper seats corroded

  11. Pass80,862 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    80,862 miles
    Test number
    897817942230
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake caliper handbrake lever not returning further investigation required
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Fail80,862 miles (+4,083)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,862 miles
    Test number
    524348802532
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake caliper handbrake lever not returning further investigation required
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass76,779 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    76,779 miles
    Test number
    100271288689

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail76,778 miles (+3,326)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,778 miles
    Test number
    113467501297
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mounting bracket broken

  15. Pass73,452 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    73,452 miles
    Test number
    787497952051
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorated

  16. Fail73,447 miles (+4,182)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,447 miles
    Test number
    247048668995
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorated

  17. Pass69,265 miles (+4,519)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    69,265 miles
    Test number
    557599334219
    • NoteEM light on
    • NoteFull exhaust system corroded

  18. Pass64,746 miles (+2,587)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    64,746 miles
    Test number
    679584253256
    • NoteEngine light is on
    • NoteExhaust is badly corroding but not blowing
    • NoteSome steering and suspension bushes are starting to deteriorate

  19. Pass62,159 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    62,159 miles
    Test number
    728204962295
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust starting to deteriorate
    • NoteSlight oil leaks
    • NoteSome steering and suspension bushes starting to deteriorate

  20. Fail62,155 miles (+1,421)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,155 miles
    Test number
    137764762278
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust starting to deteriorate
    • NoteSlight oil leaks
    • NoteSome steering and suspension bushes starting to deteriorate

  21. Pass60,734 miles (+5,296)7 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    60,734 miles
    Test number
    669516531244
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteEngine/gearbox mounting(s) defective
    • NoteEngine light staying on
    • NoteFront tyres worn
    • NoteRear brake discs starting to corrode/wear
    • NoteSome steering and suspension bushes starting to deteriorate

  22. Pass55,438 miles (+3)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    55,438 miles
    Test number
    394313760446
    • 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)
    • NoteO/S & N/S/F Brake discs slightly pitted.

  23. Fail55,435 miles (+2,938)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,435 miles
    Test number
    252884350205
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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)
    • NoteO/S & N/S/F Brake discs slightly pitted.

  24. Pass52,497 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    52,497 miles
    Test number
    171106019279
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail52,497 miles (+7,407)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,497 miles
    Test number
    102975919265
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass45,090 miles (+3,635)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    45,090 miles
    Test number
    682085178168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass41,455 miles (+3,689)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    41,455 miles
    Test number
    992873377195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass37,766 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    37,766 miles
    Test number
    411290886177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y303 OFE

Does Y303 OFE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y303 OFE expired on 25 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y303 OFE?
The MOT on Y303 OFE expired on 25 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y303 OFE done?
Y303 OFE was recorded at 105,144 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2022, an average of 4,150 miles a year.
Has Y303 OFE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y303 OFE has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on Y303 OFE 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 Y303 OFE find?
Y303 OFE passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2022 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; oil leak, but not excessive.

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