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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y49 SRVMOT history

Y49 SRV is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 26 Aug 2026 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 95,272 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Aug 2025.

Y49 SRV silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 26 Aug 2026
Mileage
95,272 mi
At MOT on 27 Aug 2025
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,607 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y49 SRV
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
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y49 SRV was last recorded at 95,272 miles on 27 Aug 2025, 430 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,842 miles · 12 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
430 miles
Average per year
2,607 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 95,272 miles
  • 2022 – 94,842 miles
  • 2020 – 81,443 miles
  • 2019 – 80,093 miles
  • 2018 – 78,500 miles
  • 2017 – 76,667 miles
  • 2016 – 74,815 miles
  • 2015 – 72,054 miles
  • 2014 – 69,776 miles
  • 2013 – 67,798 miles
  • 2012 – 65,415 miles
  • 2011 – 63,153 miles
  • 2010 – 60,623 miles
  • 2009 – 57,248 miles
  • 2008 – 53,945 miles
  • 2007 – 50,435 miles
  • 2006 – 44,351 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,272 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Front mount by flexi (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres perished (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.

  • Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

23 tests since 13 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,272 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    95,272 miles
    Test number
    704558056569
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Front mount by flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail95,272 miles (+430)2 dangerous1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,272 miles
    Test number
    994038905469
    • DangerousNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Front mount by flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass94,842 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    94,842 miles
    Test number
    937551239925
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail94,842 miles (+13,399)8 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,842 miles
    Test number
    147668660707
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass81,443 miles (+1,350)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    81,443 miles
    Test number
    542739872834
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass80,093 miles (+1,593)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    80,093 miles
    Test number
    759386912996
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass78,500 miles (+1,833)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    78,500 miles
    Test number
    784287422439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass76,667 miles (+1,852)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    76,667 miles
    Test number
    813511849277
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  9. Pass74,815 miles (+2,761)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    74,815 miles
    Test number
    225738309791
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  10. Pass72,054 miles (+2,278)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    72,054 miles
    Test number
    136123065027
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Pass69,776 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    69,776 miles
    Test number
    698117354020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail69,776 miles (+1,978)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,776 miles
    Test number
    678997354024
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  13. Pass67,798 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    67,798 miles
    Test number
    887786463021
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Fail67,794 miles (+2,379)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,794 miles
    Test number
    145326363054
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass65,415 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    65,415 miles
    Test number
    478703972076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail65,414 miles (+2,261)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,414 miles
    Test number
    837092272037
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  17. Fail63,153 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,153 miles
    Test number
    136903761006
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass63,153 miles (+2,530)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    63,153 miles
    Test number
    197843661029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass60,623 miles (+3,375)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    60,623 miles
    Test number
    420563060024
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass57,248 miles (+3,303)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    57,248 miles
    Test number
    302450679082
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  21. Pass53,945 miles (+3,510)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    53,945 miles
    Test number
    864798568074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass50,435 miles (+6,084)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    50,435 miles
    Test number
    321593877023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass44,351 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    44,351 miles
    Test number
    834344746032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y49 SRV

Does Y49 SRV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y49 SRV expired on 26 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y49 SRV?
The MOT on Y49 SRV expired on 26 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y49 SRV done?
Y49 SRV was recorded at 95,272 miles at its MOT on 27 Aug 2025, an average of 2,607 miles a year.
Has Y49 SRV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y49 SRV has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on Y49 SRV 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 Y49 SRV find?
Y49 SRV passed its latest MOT on 27 Aug 2025 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; exhaust mounting defective front mount by flexi; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 4 more.

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