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Volkswagen Polo

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y307 EAVMOT history

Y307 EAV is a green petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 19 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 30 Jan 2024 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 89,822 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2024.

Y307 EAV green Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Jan 2024
Mileage
89,822 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2024
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,131 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y307 EAV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
19 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y307 EAV was last recorded at 89,822 miles on 29 Jan 2024, 2,587 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,235 miles · 25 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
2,587 miles
Average per year
4,131 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 89,822 miles
  • 2023 – 87,235 miles
  • 2022 – 84,719 miles
  • 2021 – 83,197 miles
  • 2020 – 82,269 miles
  • 2018 – 76,590 miles
  • 2017 – 74,319 miles
  • 2016 – 71,576 miles
  • 2015 – 64,646 miles
  • 2014 – 60,193 miles
  • 2013 – 54,738 miles
  • 2012 – 48,841 miles
  • 2011 – 41,294 miles
  • 2010 – 33,796 miles
  • 2009 – 25,154 miles
  • 2008 – 18,409 miles
  • 2007 – 17,643 miles
  • 2006 – 16,032 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail89,822 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
  • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front drop links (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Front sill area damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 20 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail89,822 miles (+2,587)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,822 miles
    Test number
    652745821387
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front drop links (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass87,235 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    87,235 miles
    Test number
    177847730620

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail87,234 miles (+2,515)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,234 miles
    Test number
    659025581328
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring mounting insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass84,719 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    84,719 miles
    Test number
    602599158274
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  5. Fail84,719 miles (+1,522)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,719 miles
    Test number
    320411381782
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  6. Pass83,197 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    83,197 miles
    Test number
    589353036019
    • AdvisoryNearside Front sill area damaged

  7. Fail83,193 miles (+924)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,193 miles
    Test number
    888664781644
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front sill area damaged

  8. Pass82,269 miles (+5,679)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    82,269 miles
    Test number
    623511170811
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass76,590 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    76,590 miles
    Test number
    576709724511

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail76,590 miles (+2,271)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,590 miles
    Test number
    224957913086
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass74,319 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    74,319 miles
    Test number
    528217259267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail74,319 miles (+2,743)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,319 miles
    Test number
    854179978943
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  13. Pass71,576 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    71,576 miles
    Test number
    902141816208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail71,576 miles (+6,930)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,576 miles
    Test number
    745082524522
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  15. Fail64,646 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,646 miles
    Test number
    258174695456
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  16. Pass64,646 miles (+4,453)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    64,646 miles
    Test number
    597054895161
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  17. Pass60,193 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    60,193 miles
    Test number
    275628974020
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Fail60,193 miles (+5,455)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,193 miles
    Test number
    296468474088
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass54,738 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    54,738 miles
    Test number
    738576663001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail54,728 miles (+5,887)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,728 miles
    Test number
    947885063024
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

  21. Pass48,841 miles (+7,547)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    48,841 miles
    Test number
    997039672013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass41,294 miles (+7,498)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    41,294 miles
    Test number
    828657371010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass33,796 miles (+8,642)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    33,796 miles
    Test number
    191378470499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass25,154 miles (+6,745)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    25,154 miles
    Test number
    734627379095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass18,409 miles (+766)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    18,409 miles
    Test number
    624242778066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass17,643 miles (+1,611)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    17,643 miles
    Test number
    852779577018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass16,032 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    16,032 miles
    Test number
    833709776060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y307 EAV

Does Y307 EAV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y307 EAV expired on 30 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y307 EAV?
The MOT on Y307 EAV expired on 30 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y307 EAV done?
Y307 EAV was recorded at 89,822 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2024, an average of 4,131 miles a year.
Has Y307 EAV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y307 EAV has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on Y307 EAV 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 Y307 EAV find?
Y307 EAV failed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2024 with 5 major defects and 1 advisory: nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength outer sill; nearside headlamp light intensity severely reduced, and 3 more.

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