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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2010 · 1,198 cc

Y3 GDNMOT history

Y3 GDN is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 16 Dec 2010. Its MOT is valid until 3 Dec 2026 and it has passed 12 of 21 MOT tests, with 101,652 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2025.

Y3 GDN grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Dec 2026
Mileage
101,652 mi
At MOT on 4 Dec 2025
MOT tests
21
12 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,959 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y3 GDN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
16 Dec 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y3 GDN was last recorded at 101,652 miles on 4 Dec 2025, 54 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,598 miles · 28 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
54 miles
Average per year
6,959 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 101,652 miles
  • 2024 – 98,757 miles
  • 2023 – 88,285 miles
  • 2022 – 80,395 miles
  • 2020 – 72,389 miles
  • 2019 – 60,506 miles
  • 2018 – 52,607 miles
  • 2017 – 39,294 miles
  • 2016 – 35,706 miles
  • 2015 – 28,087 miles
  • 2014 – 22,898 miles
  • 2013 – 18,033 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,652 miles
  • AdvisoryREAR BACK BOX CORRODEDRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • EXHAUST BACKBOX CORRODED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Driver's door handle defective but the door can still be readily opened and closed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Body panel damaged, not likely to cause injury

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Lamp lens cracked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 28 Nov 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,652 miles (+54)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    101,652 miles
    Test number
    833912842903
    • AdvisoryREAR BACK BOX CORRODED
  2. Fail101,598 miles (+2,841)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,598 miles
    Test number
    603624144651
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed EMISSIONS OFF THE SCALE (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryREAR BACK BOX CORRODED
  3. Pass98,757 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    98,757 miles
    Test number
    108437669031
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST BACKBOX CORRODED
  4. Fail98,742 miles (+10,457)2 dangerous3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,742 miles
    Test number
    301255913407
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST BACKBOX CORRODED
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  5. Pass88,285 miles (+7,890)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    88,285 miles
    Test number
    754387594424
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass80,395 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2023
    Odometer
    80,395 miles
    Test number
    262303463001
    • AdvisoryDriver's door handle defective but the door can still be readily opened and closed
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body panel damaged, not likely to cause injury
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lamp lens cracked
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  7. Fail80,395 miles (+37)10 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,395 miles
    Test number
    572083010374
    • MajorEmissions not tested Engine oil level too high (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Flexible joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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 Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryDriver's door handle defective but the door can still be readily opened and closed
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body panel damaged, not likely to cause injury
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lamp lens cracked
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Fail80,358 miles (+7,969)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,358 miles
    Test number
    565974001409
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorTyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions spare wheel fitted (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil light low level
  9. Pass72,389 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    72,389 miles
    Test number
    350122381946
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH REARS AND O/S/F (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Fail72,388 miles (+11,882)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,388 miles
    Test number
    437196651909
    • MajorBrake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH REARS AND O/S/F (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass60,506 miles (+143)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    60,506 miles
    Test number
    308671626836
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody damaged nearside rear
    • AdvisoryNearside rear light unit movement
    • AdvisorySide to side movement in hand brake lever
  12. Fail60,363 miles (+7,756)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,363 miles
    Test number
    692495603398
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment park brake lever securing bolts loose . lever insecure (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody damaged nearside rear
    • AdvisoryNearside rear light unit movement
    • AdvisoryPark brake lever travel
  13. Pass52,607 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    52,607 miles
    Test number
    892808385553
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres nails in tread area
    • AdvisoryDamage to body nearside rear wheel arch area
    • AdvisoryFluctuation front brakes
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre edge and wall rubber damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn and cracking
  14. Fail52,606 miles (+13,312)2 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,606 miles
    Test number
    599735533199
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt lower joint gaiter split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres nails in tread area
    • AdvisoryDamage to body nearside rear wheel arch area
    • AdvisoryFluctuation front brakes
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre edge and wall rubber damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn and cracking
  15. Pass39,294 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    39,294 miles
    Test number
    926545333651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail39,294 miles (+3,588)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,294 miles
    Test number
    266085310254
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  17. Pass35,706 miles (+7,619)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    35,706 miles
    Test number
    154236430271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass28,087 miles (+5,189)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    28,087 miles
    Test number
    699061496251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass22,898 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    22,898 miles
    Test number
    907978524379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail22,898 miles (+4,865)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,898 miles
    Test number
    629308024307
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
  21. Pass18,033 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    18,033 miles
    Test number
    649212233396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y3 GDN

Does Y3 GDN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y3 GDN is valid until 3 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y3 GDN?
The MOT on Y3 GDN is valid until 3 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y3 GDN done?
Y3 GDN was recorded at 101,652 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2025, an average of 6,959 miles a year.
Has Y3 GDN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y3 GDN has failed 9 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on Y3 GDN 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 Y3 GDN find?
Y3 GDN passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2025 with 1 advisory: rear back box corroded.

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