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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2011 · 1,198 cc

Y5 EKBMOT history

Y5 EKB is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Mar 2011. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jan 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 148,309 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jan 2026.

Y5 EKB red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jan 2027
Mileage
148,309 mi
At MOT on 26 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
10,787 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y5 EKB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
1 Mar 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y5 EKB was last recorded at 148,309 miles on 26 Jan 2026, 16 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,293 miles · 13 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
16 miles
Average per year
10,787 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 148,309 miles
  • 2024 – 131,938 miles
  • 2023 – 113,639 miles
  • 2022 – 94,794 miles
  • 2021 – 87,218 miles
  • 2020 – 77,924 miles
  • 2019 – 72,064 miles
  • 2018 – 65,839 miles
  • 2017 – 61,766 miles
  • 2016 – 54,925 miles
  • 2015 – 39,932 miles
  • 2014 – 26,106 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,309 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust box deterioratedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Both rear bump stops broken

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Coil spring corroded both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 18 Feb 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,309 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    148,309 miles
    Test number
    693671009892
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box deteriorated

  2. Fail148,293 miles (+16,355)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,293 miles
    Test number
    350574255363
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust shield insecure
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box deteriorated

  3. Pass131,938 miles (+18,299)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    131,938 miles
    Test number
    496395276902
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear bump stops broken
    • AdvisoryLong hand brake travel

  4. Pass113,639 miles (+18,845)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    113,639 miles
    Test number
    227974249855
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear bump stops broken

  5. Pass94,794 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    94,794 miles
    Test number
    134513076691
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output NSF and OSF (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  6. Fail94,794 miles (+7,576)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,794 miles
    Test number
    855053974569
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output NSF and OSF (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  7. Pass87,218 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    87,218 miles
    Test number
    583184246126
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil both front (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shocker casing insecure
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust slightly corroded

  8. Fail87,217 miles (+9,293)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,217 miles
    Test number
    625388663689
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil both front (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shocker casing insecure
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust slightly corroded

  9. Pass77,924 miles (+5,860)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    77,924 miles
    Test number
    994549893822
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass72,064 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    72,064 miles
    Test number
    599762736163
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise exhaust front flexi deteriorated with minor gas leak
    • AdvisoryAdvise exhaust rear box deteroiorated
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing ring perishing
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test Air fresheners
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner edge of disc corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Both rear shock absorber dust covers detached

  11. Fail72,064 miles (+6,225)2 dangerous1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,064 miles
    Test number
    418033443778
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise exhaust front flexi deteriorated with minor gas leak
    • AdvisoryAdvise exhaust rear box deteroiorated
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing ring perishing
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test Air fresheners
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner edge of disc corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Both rear shock absorber dust covers detached

  12. Pass65,839 miles (+4,073)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    65,839 miles
    Test number
    297011318817
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass61,766 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    61,766 miles
    Test number
    860280529925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail61,766 miles (+6,841)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,766 miles
    Test number
    833505776930
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

  15. Pass54,925 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    54,925 miles
    Test number
    852067967932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail54,925 miles (+14,993)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,925 miles
    Test number
    946495453784
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass39,932 miles (+34)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    39,932 miles
    Test number
    636892607393
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joints

  18. Fail39,898 miles (+13,792)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,898 miles
    Test number
    961936556291
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joints

  19. Pass26,106 miles (+6,560)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    26,106 miles
    Test number
    955388924355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass19,546 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    19,546 miles
    Test number
    565049344064
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y5 EKB

Does Y5 EKB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y5 EKB is valid until 25 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y5 EKB?
The MOT on Y5 EKB is valid until 25 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y5 EKB done?
Y5 EKB was recorded at 148,309 miles at its MOT on 26 Jan 2026, an average of 10,787 miles a year.
Has Y5 EKB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y5 EKB has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on Y5 EKB 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 Y5 EKB find?
Y5 EKB passed its latest MOT on 26 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: offside outer integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill; rear exhaust box deteriorated.

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