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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y37 MVHMOT history

Y37 MVH is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 9 Aug 2001. Its MOT expired on 7 Aug 2024 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 105,931 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Aug 2023.

Y37 MVH black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 7 Aug 2024
Mileage
105,931 mi
At MOT on 8 Aug 2023
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,621 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y37 MVH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
9 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
8 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y37 MVH was last recorded at 105,931 miles on 8 Aug 2023, 3,965 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Aug 2022: 101,966 miles, lower than 117,122 miles on 2 Aug 2021.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
101,966 miles · 5 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
3,965 miles
Average per year
3,621 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 105,931 miles
  • 2022 – 101,966 miles
  • 2021 – 117,122 miles
  • 2020 – 113,824 miles
  • 2019 – 113,277 miles
  • 2018 – 107,671 miles
  • 2017 – 103,326 miles
  • 2016 – 99,860 miles
  • 2015 – 97,236 miles
  • 2013 – 88,921 miles
  • 2012 – 84,492 miles
  • 2011 – 78,452 miles
  • 2008 – 65,783 miles
  • 2007 – 59,069 miles
  • 2006 – 50,057 miles
  • 2005 – 40,781 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,931 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

30 tests since 11 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,931 miles (+3,965)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    105,931 miles
    Test number
    722287334644
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass101,966 miles (-15,156)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    101,966 miles
    Test number
    940877585599
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass117,122 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    117,122 miles
    Test number
    860946060049
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion

  4. Fail117,121 miles (+3,297)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,121 miles
    Test number
    587214753707
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion

  5. Pass113,824 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    113,824 miles
    Test number
    512417840709
    • AdvisoryAdv inspection service lamp showing on dash........
    • AdvisoryAdv surface corrosion to underside of vehicle and attached components....
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  6. Fail113,824 miles (+547)8 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,824 miles
    Test number
    807999462279
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Front registration plate impact damaged and poor condition........ (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding Heavy bind..... (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced Low light output......... (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Securing clips missing and insecure......... (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding Heavy bind......... (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding Heavy bind...... (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working Lamp inop...... (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources Lamp inop....... (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdv inspection service lamp showing on dash........
    • AdvisoryAdv surface corrosion to underside of vehicle and attached components....
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust joint slight leak......... (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  7. Pass113,277 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    113,277 miles
    Test number
    453431063407
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail113,275 miles (+12)1 dangerous7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,275 miles
    Test number
    487998691182
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to exhaust (8.2.1.2 (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 Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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 Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail113,263 miles (+5,592)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,263 miles
    Test number
    457599425693
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both outer (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested low flow (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass107,671 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    107,671 miles
    Test number
    894905231919

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail107,671 miles (+4,345)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,671 miles
    Test number
    466313394102
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass103,326 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    103,326 miles
    Test number
    538999976005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail103,326 miles (+3,466)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,326 miles
    Test number
    817411972370
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass99,860 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    99,860 miles
    Test number
    364043796842

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail99,860 miles (+2,624)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,860 miles
    Test number
    928919081661
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  16. Pass97,236 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    97,236 miles
    Test number
    709158745114
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNumber 1 plug lead arking out on cylinder head

  17. Fail97,236 miles (+8,315)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,236 miles
    Test number
    827637245134
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNumber 1 plug lead arking out on cylinder head

  18. Pass88,921 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    88,921 miles
    Test number
    716256133387
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteCorrosion on o/s/r front to rear brake pipe
    • NoteFront brakes binding slightly
    • NoteO/s and n/s rear tyres in poor condition
    • NoteWipers smearing slightly

  19. Fail88,921 miles (+4,429)5 failures1 repaired2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,921 miles
    Test number
    608203433379
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteCorrosion on o/s/r front to rear brake pipe
    • NoteFront brakes binding slightly
    • NoteO/s and n/s rear tyres in poor condition
    • NoteWipers smearing slightly

  20. Pass84,492 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    84,492 miles
    Test number
    438165432415
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBoth front lower arm inner rear bushes starting to deteriorate
    • NoteBrake pipes starting to corrode
    • NoteFront discs slightly lipped
    • NoteRear tyres starting to crack

  21. Fail84,486 miles (+6,034)4 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,486 miles
    Test number
    419165332455
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBoth front lower arm inner rear bushes starting to deteriorate
    • NoteBrake pipes starting to corrode
    • NoteFront discs slightly lipped
    • NoteRear tyres starting to crack

  22. Pass78,452 miles (+6,088)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    78,452 miles
    Test number
    876196231353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass72,364 miles (+6,581)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    72,364 miles
    Test number
    368986761066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass65,783 miles (+174)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    65,783 miles
    Test number
    101102438206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail65,609 miles (+6,540)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,609 miles
    Test number
    600666728276
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  26. Pass59,069 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    59,069 miles
    Test number
    551870507288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass59,066 miles (+9,009)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    59,066 miles
    Test number
    821685887108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass50,057 miles (+9,276)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    50,057 miles
    Test number
    400837616218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail40,781 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,781 miles
    Test number
    440263025200
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass40,781 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    40,781 miles
    Test number
    694223925275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y37 MVH

Does Y37 MVH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y37 MVH expired on 7 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y37 MVH?
The MOT on Y37 MVH expired on 7 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y37 MVH done?
Y37 MVH was recorded at 105,931 miles at its MOT on 8 Aug 2023, an average of 3,621 miles a year.
Has Y37 MVH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y37 MVH has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on Y37 MVH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Aug 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y37 MVH find?
Y37 MVH passed its latest MOT on 8 Aug 2023 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated.

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