Volkswagen Polo
Silver · Petrol · 2010 · 1,198 cc
Y7 HGLMOT history
Y7 HGL is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 5 Feb 2010. Its MOT is valid until 20 Feb 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 133,646 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Feb 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 20 Feb 2027
- Mileage
- 133,646 mi
- At MOT on 18 Feb 2026
- MOT tests
- 18
- 14 passed · 4 failed
- Per year
- 7,828 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- Y7 HGL
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Polo
- Colour
- Silver
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,198 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2010
- First used
- 5 Feb 2010
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 20 Feb 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 18 Feb 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
Y7 HGL was last recorded at 133,646 miles on 18 Feb 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 133,640 miles · 17 Feb 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 6 miles
- Average per year
- 7,828 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 133,646 miles
- 2025 – 122,957 miles
- 2024 – 109,388 miles
- 2023 – 95,274 miles
- 2022 – 83,475 miles
- 2021 – 70,264 miles
- 2020 – 65,920 miles
- 2019 – 62,953 miles
- 2018 – 58,375 miles
- 2017 – 53,388 miles
- 2016 – 47,955 miles
- 2015 – 42,464 miles
- 2014 – 37,628 miles
- 2013 – 31,503 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass133,646 miles
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi slightly blowing and exhaust back box corroded (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNearside Front sill corroded and hold but not near any thinkRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
- AdvisoryHand brake very high recommend to be adjustedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil
Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018
Full MOT history
18 tests since 31 Jan 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass133,646 miles (+6)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 20 Feb 2027
- Odometer
- 133,646 miles
- Test number
- 973032790231
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi slightly blowing and exhaust back box corroded (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front sill corroded and hold but not near any think
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryHand brake very high recommend to be adjusted
Fail133,640 miles (+10,683)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 133,640 miles
- Test number
- 774903714042
- DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 175/70/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorFront Track rod end ball joint has excessive play both inner rack arms (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi slightly blowing and exhaust back box corroded (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front sill corroded and hold but not near any think
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryHand brake very high recommend to be adjusted
Pass122,957 miles (+3)
- MOT expiry
- 20 Feb 2026
- Odometer
- 122,957 miles
- Test number
- 697116341660
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail122,954 miles (+13,566)2 dangerous7 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 122,954 miles
- Test number
- 452115887603
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- MajorNearside Rear Braking system leaking (1.1.3 (d))
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both front
- AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded
Pass109,388 miles (+14,114)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Feb 2025
- Odometer
- 109,388 miles
- Test number
- 868121029500
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer corroded
Pass95,274 miles (+11,799)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Feb 2024
- Odometer
- 95,274 miles
- Test number
- 872789997604
- AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass83,475 miles (+13,211)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 16 Feb 2023
- Odometer
- 83,475 miles
- Test number
- 983041904415
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Pass70,264 miles (+4,344)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Feb 2022
- Odometer
- 70,264 miles
- Test number
- 764328377038
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryFuel cap seal starting to crack
Pass65,920 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 16 Feb 2021
- Odometer
- 65,920 miles
- Test number
- 492739502733
- AdvisoryShock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both front (5.3.2 (b))
Fail65,920 miles (+2,967)2 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 65,920 miles
- Test number
- 278471514012
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryShock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both front (5.3.2 (b))
Pass62,953 miles (+4,578)
- MOT expiry
- 5 Feb 2020
- Odometer
- 62,953 miles
- Test number
- 660959148642
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass58,375 miles (+4,987)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Feb 2019
- Odometer
- 58,375 miles
- Test number
- 515767778863
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Pass53,388 miles (+5,433)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Feb 2018
- Odometer
- 53,388 miles
- Test number
- 723803246414
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn low 3 mm
Pass47,955 miles (+5,491)
- MOT expiry
- 5 Feb 2017
- Odometer
- 47,955 miles
- Test number
- 860391864762
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass42,464 miles (+4,836)3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 5 Feb 2016
- Odometer
- 42,464 miles
- Test number
- 127684425465
- NoteNearside front tyre worn low 3 mm
- NoteNearside front tyre worn on edges
- NoteOffside front tyre worn on edges
Pass37,628 miles (+6,125)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 5 Feb 2015
- Odometer
- 37,628 miles
- Test number
- 808133424030
- NoteNearside front tyre worn on edge
Pass31,503 miles
- MOT expiry
- 5 Feb 2014
- Odometer
- 31,503 miles
- Test number
- 177761433456
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail31,503 miles1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 31,503 miles
- Test number
- 696841733018
- Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Questions about Y7 HGL
- Does Y7 HGL currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y7 HGL is valid until 20 Feb 2027.
- When is the MOT due on Y7 HGL?
- The MOT on Y7 HGL is valid until 20 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has Y7 HGL done?
- Y7 HGL was recorded at 133,646 miles at its MOT on 18 Feb 2026, an average of 7,828 miles a year.
- Has Y7 HGL ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. Y7 HGL has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2026.
- Has the mileage on Y7 HGL 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 Y7 HGL find?
- Y7 HGL passed its latest MOT on 18 Feb 2026 with 6 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi slightly blowing and exhaust back box corroded; front inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides; front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides, and 3 more.
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