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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y307 LJOMOT history

Y307 LJO is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 26 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 13 Oct 2024 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 87,483 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Oct 2023.

Y307 LJO silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 13 Oct 2024
Mileage
87,483 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2023
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,201 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y307 LJO
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
26 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y307 LJO was last recorded at 87,483 miles on 12 Oct 2023, 5,538 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,945 miles · 14 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
5,538 miles
Average per year
4,201 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 87,483 miles
  • 2022 – 81,945 miles
  • 2021 – 77,740 miles
  • 2020 – 75,975 miles
  • 2019 – 75,414 miles
  • 2018 – 73,824 miles
  • 2017 – 71,361 miles
  • 2016 – 69,271 miles
  • 2015 – 67,999 miles
  • 2014 – 65,626 miles
  • 2013 – 62,517 miles
  • 2012 – 60,037 miles
  • 2011 – 55,643 miles
  • 2010 – 51,260 miles
  • 2009 – 45,170 miles
  • 2008 – 39,323 miles
  • 2007 – 31,724 miles
  • 2006 – 13,098 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,483 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Advise front wing corroded
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Advise both rear tyres perishing / cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Engine cover and Undertrays fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Advise both front inner shoulder wear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine bay area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 26 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,483 miles (+5,538)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    87,483 miles
    Test number
    723825634402
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Advise front wing corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Advise both rear tyres perishing / cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass81,945 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    81,945 miles
    Test number
    389526922527
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Advise both front inner shoulder wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine bay area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail81,938 miles (+4,198)8 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,938 miles
    Test number
    929359525692
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both fronts (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Advise both front inner shoulder wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine bay area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass77,740 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    77,740 miles
    Test number
    687260185393
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing has hole in but not sharp edged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail77,732 miles (+1,757)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,732 miles
    Test number
    390766089943
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing NEAR FAIL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing has hole in but not sharp edged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass75,975 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    75,975 miles
    Test number
    441759695510
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail75,973 miles (+559)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,973 miles
    Test number
    747941257596
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass75,414 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    75,414 miles
    Test number
    363078192878
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases And corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and Undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail75,414 miles (+1,590)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,414 miles
    Test number
    229366230218
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases And corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and Undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass73,824 miles (+2,463)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    73,824 miles
    Test number
    473585311160
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass71,361 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    71,361 miles
    Test number
    316405773026
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and Undertrays fitted

  12. Fail71,356 miles (+2,085)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,356 miles
    Test number
    637624310600
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and Undertrays fitted

  13. Pass69,271 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    69,271 miles
    Test number
    269771536365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail69,271 miles (+1,272)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,271 miles
    Test number
    450180911115
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  15. Pass67,999 miles (+2,373)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    67,999 miles
    Test number
    609380495783
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Pass65,626 miles (+3,109)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    65,626 miles
    Test number
    215140384246
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass62,517 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    62,517 miles
    Test number
    195440683231
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAdvise rear exhaust showing signs of wear

  18. Fail62,517 miles (+2,480)2 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,517 miles
    Test number
    369990383226
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAdvise rear exhaust showing signs of wear

  19. Pass60,037 miles (+4,394)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    60,037 miles
    Test number
    318048062442
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  20. Pass55,643 miles (+4,383)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    55,643 miles
    Test number
    315007471213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass51,260 miles (+2,278)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    51,260 miles
    Test number
    340477380473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass48,982 miles (+3,812)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    48,982 miles
    Test number
    640727320003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass45,170 miles (+5,847)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    45,170 miles
    Test number
    130891549491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail39,323 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,323 miles
    Test number
    194745028082
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  25. Pass39,323 miles (+7,599)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    39,323 miles
    Test number
    282665028025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass31,724 miles (+18,626)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    31,724 miles
    Test number
    201798717079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass13,098 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    13,098 miles
    Test number
    294686126035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y307 LJO

Does Y307 LJO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y307 LJO expired on 13 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y307 LJO?
The MOT on Y307 LJO expired on 13 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y307 LJO done?
Y307 LJO was recorded at 87,483 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2023, an average of 4,201 miles a year.
Has Y307 LJO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y307 LJO has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on Y307 LJO 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 LJO find?
Y307 LJO passed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2023 with 2 advisories: offside front advise front wing corroded; rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing advise both rear tyres perishing / cracks.

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