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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y866 DRUMOT history

Y866 DRU is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 10 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 11 Aug 2023 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 84,112 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2022.

Y866 DRU red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 11 Aug 2023
Mileage
84,112 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2022
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,976 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y866 DRU
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
10 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y866 DRU was last recorded at 84,112 miles on 12 Aug 2022, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,102 miles · 6 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
2,976 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 84,112 miles
  • 2015 – 82,780 miles
  • 2014 – 79,837 miles
  • 2013 – 76,908 miles
  • 2012 – 74,503 miles
  • 2011 – 72,920 miles
  • 2010 – 64,660 miles
  • 2009 – 52,716 miles
  • 2008 – 46,195 miles
  • 2007 – 42,097 miles
  • 2006 – 35,621 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,112 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryCoolant leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

17 tests since 27 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,112 miles (+10)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    84,112 miles
    Test number
    305128278431
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail84,102 miles (+1,322)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,102 miles
    Test number
    227370028764
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass82,780 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    82,780 miles
    Test number
    810684425510
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  4. Fail82,780 miles (+2,943)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,780 miles
    Test number
    981679754510
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases join (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  5. Pass79,837 miles (+2,929)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    79,837 miles
    Test number
    246949284244
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  6. Pass76,908 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    76,908 miles
    Test number
    146637293243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteExhaust system has part deteriorated

  7. Fail76,908 miles (+2,405)1 dangerous3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,908 miles
    Test number
    547475993218
    • DangerousBrake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteExhaust system has part deteriorated

  8. Pass74,503 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    74,503 miles
    Test number
    367230702343
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front headlamp lens deterioration giving poor beam image
    • NoteExhaust corrosion

  9. Fail74,503 miles (+1,583)4 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,503 miles
    Test number
    837770102373
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • Repaired at testRear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front headlamp lens deterioration giving poor beam image
    • NoteExhaust corrosion

  10. Pass72,920 miles (+8,260)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    72,920 miles
    Test number
    876319671123
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass64,660 miles (+11,944)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    64,660 miles
    Test number
    851913390106
    • NoteBeam image poor/vague.

  12. Pass52,716 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    52,716 miles
    Test number
    962521219137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail52,716 miles (+6,521)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,716 miles
    Test number
    251461319165
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  14. Pass46,195 miles (+4,098)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    46,195 miles
    Test number
    784864918148
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Fail42,097 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,097 miles
    Test number
    340956817142
    • Repaired at testExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  16. Pass42,097 miles (+6,476)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    42,097 miles
    Test number
    522806617188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass35,621 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    35,621 miles
    Test number
    212497716151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y866 DRU

Does Y866 DRU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y866 DRU expired on 11 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y866 DRU?
The MOT on Y866 DRU expired on 11 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y866 DRU done?
Y866 DRU was recorded at 84,112 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2022, an average of 2,976 miles a year.
Has Y866 DRU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y866 DRU has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on Y866 DRU 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 Y866 DRU find?
Y866 DRU passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2022 with 5 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; coolant leak; suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front, and 2 more.

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