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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y611 HMXMOT history

Y611 HMX is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 4 Sept 2025 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 167,230 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Aug 2024.

Y611 HMX red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 4 Sept 2025
Mileage
167,230 mi
At MOT on 28 Aug 2024
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,027 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y611 HMX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
28 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y611 HMX was last recorded at 167,230 miles on 28 Aug 2024, 2,004 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,226 miles · 5 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
2,004 miles
Average per year
7,027 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 167,230 miles
  • 2023 – 165,226 miles
  • 2019 – 164,322 miles
  • 2018 – 159,616 miles
  • 2017 – 153,130 miles
  • 2016 – 145,996 miles
  • 2015 – 135,694 miles
  • 2014 – 131,594 miles
  • 2013 – 122,775 miles
  • 2012 – 109,794 miles
  • 2010 – 88,738 miles
  • 2009 – 78,868 miles
  • 2008 – 61,188 miles
  • 2007 – 52,718 miles
  • 2006 – 40,177 miles
  • 2005 – 35,820 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,230 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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 the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Lightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 16 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,230 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    167,230 miles
    Test number
    444104821950
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail167,230 miles (+2,004)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,230 miles
    Test number
    602599590784
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass165,226 miles (+904)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    165,226 miles
    Test number
    610408162468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass164,322 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    164,322 miles
    Test number
    624386675458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail164,319 miles (+4,703)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,319 miles
    Test number
    450880467602
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass159,616 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    159,616 miles
    Test number
    183714645249
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Lightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail159,615 miles (+6,485)7 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,615 miles
    Test number
    435719554098
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged and seriously weakened Excessive play (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Before axle flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen in an unacceptable condition Cracked (3.2 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Lightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass153,130 miles (+7,134)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    153,130 miles
    Test number
    368315255486
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit attachment damaged but not seriously weakened top bush play in it (2.4.F.1c)

  9. Pass145,996 miles (+10,302)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    145,996 miles
    Test number
    636045418719
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryLowered vehicle.

  10. Pass135,694 miles (+2,000)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    135,694 miles
    Test number
    199945445451
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded on inner edge but efficiency is ok.
    • NoteMid exhaust box corroded but NOT leaking

  11. Fail133,694 miles (+2,100)4 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,694 miles
    Test number
    125084645490
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded on inner edge but efficiency is ok.
    • NoteMid exhaust box corroded but NOT leaking

  12. Pass131,594 miles (+22)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    131,594 miles
    Test number
    927936434005
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  13. Fail131,572 miles (+8,797)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,572 miles
    Test number
    667714034035
    • FailureFront Horn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  14. Pass122,775 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    122,775 miles
    Test number
    668605733051
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail122,775 miles (+12,981)3 failures4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,775 miles
    Test number
    866005833090
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass109,794 miles (+4,015)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    109,794 miles
    Test number
    708877132054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail105,779 miles (+9)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,779 miles
    Test number
    598795232093
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

  18. Fail105,770 miles (+17,032)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,770 miles
    Test number
    569244132071
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Pass88,738 miles (+9,870)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    88,738 miles
    Test number
    943154710349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass78,868 miles (+17,680)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    78,868 miles
    Test number
    684477429342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass61,188 miles (+8,470)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    61,188 miles
    Test number
    890783438318
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass52,718 miles (+12,541)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    52,718 miles
    Test number
    342335987499
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass40,177 miles (+4,357)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    40,177 miles
    Test number
    143680096292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass35,820 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    35,820 miles
    Test number
    830730155385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y611 HMX

Does Y611 HMX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y611 HMX expired on 4 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y611 HMX?
The MOT on Y611 HMX expired on 4 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y611 HMX done?
Y611 HMX was recorded at 167,230 miles at its MOT on 28 Aug 2024, an average of 7,027 miles a year.
Has Y611 HMX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y611 HMX has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on Y611 HMX 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 Y611 HMX find?
Y611 HMX passed its latest MOT on 28 Aug 2024 with 1 advisory: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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