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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2016 · 1,798 cc

Y5 HHXMOT history

Y5 HHX is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 18 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 27 May 2027 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 56,817 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 May 2026.

Y5 HHX black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 May 2027
Mileage
56,817 mi
At MOT on 28 May 2026
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,373 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y5 HHX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
18 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 May 2027
Latest MOT test
28 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y5 HHX was last recorded at 56,817 miles on 28 May 2026, 21 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,796 miles · 20 May 2026
Between the last two tests
21 miles
Average per year
6,373 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 56,817 miles
  • 2025 – 55,620 miles
  • 2024 – 46,961 miles
  • 2023 – 39,599 miles
  • 2022 – 29,520 miles
  • 2021 – 21,937 miles
  • 2020 – 14,471 miles
  • 2019 – 10,684 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass56,817 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

12 tests since 2 Mar 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass56,817 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2027
    Odometer
    56,817 miles
    Test number
    985284913803

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail56,796 miles (+1,176)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,796 miles
    Test number
    819297587349
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass55,620 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2026
    Odometer
    55,620 miles
    Test number
    155337767921

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail55,619 miles (+8,658)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,619 miles
    Test number
    112591274820
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  5. Pass46,961 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    46,961 miles
    Test number
    219619075657
    • MinorFront Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  6. Fail46,960 miles (+7,361)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,960 miles
    Test number
    109598482693
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorFront Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  7. Pass39,599 miles (+10,079)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    39,599 miles
    Test number
    533001326089
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass29,520 miles (+7,583)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    29,520 miles
    Test number
    129220081315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass21,937 miles (+7,466)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    21,937 miles
    Test number
    576510437370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass14,471 miles (+3,787)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    14,471 miles
    Test number
    331539275684
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Pass10,684 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    10,684 miles
    Test number
    346749240627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail10,684 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,684 miles
    Test number
    702759155283
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Questions about Y5 HHX

Does Y5 HHX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y5 HHX is valid until 27 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y5 HHX?
The MOT on Y5 HHX is valid until 27 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y5 HHX done?
Y5 HHX was recorded at 56,817 miles at its MOT on 28 May 2026, an average of 6,373 miles a year.
Has Y5 HHX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y5 HHX has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2026.
Has the mileage on Y5 HHX 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 HHX find?
Y5 HHX passed its latest MOT on 28 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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