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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 999 cc

Y304 CLJMOT history

Y304 CLJ is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 25 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 28 Aug 2022 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 151,909 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2022.

Y304 CLJ blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 28 Aug 2022
Mileage
151,909 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2022
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,194 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y304 CLJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
25 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Aug 2022
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y304 CLJ was last recorded at 151,909 miles on 12 Aug 2022, 9,147 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,762 miles · 25 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
9,147 miles
Average per year
6,194 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 151,909 miles
  • 2021 – 142,762 miles
  • 2020 – 142,242 miles
  • 2019 – 139,517 miles
  • 2018 – 136,757 miles
  • 2017 – 135,428 miles
  • 2016 – 127,199 miles
  • 2015 – 121,552 miles
  • 2014 – 115,420 miles
  • 2013 – 108,918 miles
  • 2012 – 100,360 miles
  • 2011 – 92,790 miles
  • 2010 – 84,971 miles
  • 2009 – 77,055 miles
  • 2008 – 66,857 miles
  • 2007 – 57,330 miles
  • 2006 – 50,632 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail151,909 miles
  • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn Split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective Cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective Cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in Zone A (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryEML light on
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018

What MOT failures 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement split

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 6 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail151,909 miles (+9,147)12 major1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,909 miles
    Test number
    241717581110
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn Split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective Cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective Cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in Zone A (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML light on
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass142,762 miles (+520)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    142,762 miles
    Test number
    309396976710

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass142,242 miles (+10)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    142,242 miles
    Test number
    716360280177
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail142,232 miles (+2,715)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,232 miles
    Test number
    463630647539
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass139,517 miles (+24)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    139,517 miles
    Test number
    945833937690
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail139,493 miles (+2,736)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,493 miles
    Test number
    537984277561
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass136,757 miles (+1,329)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    136,757 miles
    Test number
    390588613230
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre wearing slightly outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake disc corroded inner edge

  8. Pass135,428 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    135,428 miles
    Test number
    726479887398
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake binding slightly

  9. Fail135,428 miles (+8,229)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,428 miles
    Test number
    319224624197
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake binding slightly

  10. Pass127,199 miles (+5,647)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    127,199 miles
    Test number
    821417558346
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  11. Pass121,552 miles (+6,132)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    121,552 miles
    Test number
    275454295032
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEngine tell tale on

  12. Pass115,420 miles (+6,502)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    115,420 miles
    Test number
    198820394491
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear brakes binding slightly

  13. Pass108,918 miles (+76)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    108,918 miles
    Test number
    565985293062
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Fail108,842 miles (+8,482)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,842 miles
    Test number
    998517883080
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass100,360 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    100,360 miles
    Test number
    939219672086
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear exhaust is corroded

  16. Fail100,360 miles (+7,570)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,360 miles
    Test number
    176069772401
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear exhaust is corroded

  17. Pass92,790 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    92,790 miles
    Test number
    608286591094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail92,790 miles (+7,819)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,790 miles
    Test number
    146105391475
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass84,971 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    84,971 miles
    Test number
    204663300109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail84,923 miles (+7,868)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,923 miles
    Test number
    552249890071
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  21. Pass77,055 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    77,055 miles
    Test number
    444809599039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail77,055 miles (+10,198)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,055 miles
    Test number
    183129499084
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  23. Pass66,857 miles (+9,527)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    66,857 miles
    Test number
    872221308119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass57,330 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    57,330 miles
    Test number
    102450207197
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOffside front tyre on 2.5mm
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished

  25. Fail57,330 miles (+6,698)5 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,330 miles
    Test number
    780600807192
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOffside front tyre on 2.5mm
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished

  26. Pass50,632 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    50,632 miles
    Test number
    310356596088
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake discs starting to rust on edges.
    • NoteRear exhaust box rusty.

  27. Fail50,632 miles2 dangerous1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,632 miles
    Test number
    124216196013
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake discs starting to rust on edges.
    • NoteRear exhaust box rusty.

Questions about Y304 CLJ

Does Y304 CLJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y304 CLJ expired on 28 Aug 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y304 CLJ?
The MOT on Y304 CLJ expired on 28 Aug 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y304 CLJ done?
Y304 CLJ was recorded at 151,909 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2022, an average of 6,194 miles a year.
Has Y304 CLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y304 CLJ has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on Y304 CLJ 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 Y304 CLJ find?
Y304 CLJ failed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2022 with 12 major defects, 1 minor defect and 14 advisories: brake lever has insufficient reserve travel; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn split; nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 24 more.

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