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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 999 cc

Y864 LNWMOT history

Y864 LNW is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 26 Nov 2024 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 56,756 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2025.

Y864 LNW blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 26 Nov 2024
Mileage
56,756 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2025
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,047 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y864 LNW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
22 May 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y864 LNW was last recorded at 56,756 miles on 22 May 2025, 177 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,579 miles · 27 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
177 miles
Average per year
2,047 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 56,756 miles
  • 2023 – 56,579 miles
  • 2019 – 49,347 miles
  • 2018 – 42,227 miles
  • 2017 – 37,494 miles
  • 2016 – 36,123 miles
  • 2015 – 34,607 miles
  • 2014 – 32,810 miles
  • 2013 – 31,345 miles
  • 2012 – 30,325 miles
  • 2011 – 28,872 miles
  • 2010 – 27,151 miles
  • 2009 – 24,737 miles
  • 2008 – 22,602 miles
  • 2007 – 20,214 miles
  • 2006 – 17,824 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail56,756 miles
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced cill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
  • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension corroded

What MOT failures 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 Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

20 tests since 15 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail56,756 miles (+177)11 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,756 miles
    Test number
    652653930380
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced cill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension corroded

  2. Pass56,579 miles (+7,232)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    56,579 miles
    Test number
    527309531502
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass49,347 miles (+7,120)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    49,347 miles
    Test number
    861203861849
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass42,227 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    42,227 miles
    Test number
    156116342605

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail42,227 miles (+4,733)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,227 miles
    Test number
    685933512796
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  6. Pass37,494 miles (+1,371)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    37,494 miles
    Test number
    847372101836
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  7. Pass36,123 miles (+1,516)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    36,123 miles
    Test number
    686465799345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass34,607 miles (+1,797)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    34,607 miles
    Test number
    779392445101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass32,810 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    32,810 miles
    Test number
    298307424131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail32,808 miles (+1,463)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,808 miles
    Test number
    646397424113
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  11. Pass31,345 miles (+1,020)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    31,345 miles
    Test number
    927240033143
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  12. Pass30,325 miles (+1,453)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    30,325 miles
    Test number
    718220552196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass28,872 miles (+1,721)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    28,872 miles
    Test number
    525557541108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass27,151 miles (+2,414)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    27,151 miles
    Test number
    204121840466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass24,737 miles (+2,135)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    24,737 miles
    Test number
    273724659472
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass22,602 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2009
    Odometer
    22,602 miles
    Test number
    720077838103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail22,602 miles (+2,388)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,602 miles
    Test number
    680737738159
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBrake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass20,214 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2008
    Odometer
    20,214 miles
    Test number
    304576737112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail20,214 miles (+2,390)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,214 miles
    Test number
    512226937160
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre split on side walls but not to cords

  20. Pass17,824 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2007
    Odometer
    17,824 miles
    Test number
    630995836191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y864 LNW

Does Y864 LNW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y864 LNW expired on 26 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y864 LNW?
The MOT on Y864 LNW expired on 26 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y864 LNW done?
Y864 LNW was recorded at 56,756 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2025, an average of 2,047 miles a year.
Has Y864 LNW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y864 LNW has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 22 May 2025.
Has the mileage on Y864 LNW 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 Y864 LNW find?
Y864 LNW failed its latest MOT on 22 May 2025 with 11 major defects, 1 minor defect and 11 advisories: emissions unable to be completed; exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak; nearside front tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords, and 20 more.

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