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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y866 PSNMOT history

Y866 PSN is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 2 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 26 Mar 2023 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 71,997 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Mar 2023.

Y866 PSN red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 26 Mar 2023
Mileage
71,997 mi
At MOT on 22 Mar 2023
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,932 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y866 PSN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
2 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
22 Mar 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y866 PSN was last recorded at 71,997 miles on 22 Mar 2023, 933 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,064 miles · 22 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
933 miles
Average per year
2,932 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 71,997 miles
  • 2022 – 71,064 miles
  • 2021 – 70,153 miles
  • 2020 – 69,308 miles
  • 2019 – 68,416 miles
  • 2018 – 67,564 miles
  • 2017 – 66,604 miles
  • 2016 – 65,366 miles
  • 2015 – 64,160 miles
  • 2014 – 59,209 miles
  • 2013 – 54,183 miles
  • 2012 – 49,996 miles
  • 2011 – 45,556 miles
  • 2010 – 41,505 miles
  • 2009 – 36,527 miles
  • 2008 – 31,644 miles
  • 2007 – 27,312 miles
  • 2006 – 21,913 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail71,997 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect no beam pattern (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective badly scored / faded (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened heavily corroded and also holed at Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective scored / faded ( beam pattern quite poor ) (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs heavily corroded and worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases corroded and splitting at catalyst (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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 Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine area

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all four

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner faces

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail71,997 miles (+933)4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,997 miles
    Test number
    103291587510
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect no beam pattern (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective badly scored / faded (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened heavily corroded and also holed at Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective scored / faded ( beam pattern quite poor ) (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs heavily corroded and worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases corroded and splitting at catalyst (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass71,064 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    71,064 miles
    Test number
    409442035230
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view slight damage to Nearside swept area (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded and slightly pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer drop-link bushes splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Quite a bit of oil around bottom of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Quite a bit of oil around bottom of gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail71,064 miles (+911)4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,064 miles
    Test number
    785067587922
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged split (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged split (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases badly corroded and holed (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view slight damage to Nearside swept area (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded and slightly pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer drop-link bushes splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Quite a bit of oil around bottom of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Quite a bit of oil around bottom of gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass70,153 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    70,153 miles
    Test number
    505560486526
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corrosion

  5. Fail70,153 miles (+845)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,153 miles
    Test number
    499797073416
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corrosion

  6. Pass69,308 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    69,308 miles
    Test number
    714948141029
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all four (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam corroded

  7. Fail69,307 miles (+891)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,307 miles
    Test number
    118266061258
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Electrical wiring insecure and in contact with sharp edges A B S strut (4.11 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all four (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam corroded

  8. Pass68,416 miles (+2)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    68,416 miles
    Test number
    484069316939
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all four (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail68,414 miles (+850)1 dangerous2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,414 miles
    Test number
    131135716123
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all four (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass67,564 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    67,564 miles
    Test number
    328206239276
    • Advisory2 cracks in Nearside swept area of screen
    • AdvisoryBoth beam patterns quite poor , lenses deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  11. Fail67,564 miles (+960)5 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,564 miles
    Test number
    137603542056
    • FailureBrake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly top mounting corroded and collapsed (2.5.B.1b)
    • Advisory2 cracks in Nearside swept area of screen
    • AdvisoryBoth beam patterns quite poor , lenses deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  12. Pass66,604 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    66,604 miles
    Test number
    536038371826
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear beam axle showing corrosion

  13. Fail66,604 miles (+1,238)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,604 miles
    Test number
    163989431019
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven and scraping (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear beam axle showing corrosion

  14. Pass65,366 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    65,366 miles
    Test number
    929903427342
    • AdvisoryFront both discs showing corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine area

  15. Fail65,362 miles (+1,202)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,362 miles
    Test number
    886634289329
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront both discs showing corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine area

  16. Pass64,160 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    64,160 miles
    Test number
    467516255069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail64,136 miles (+4,927)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,136 miles
    Test number
    918545655079
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  18. Pass59,209 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    59,209 miles
    Test number
    145761554022
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Fail59,205 miles (+5,022)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,205 miles
    Test number
    189045944019
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteClutch slipping

  20. Pass54,183 miles (+4,187)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    54,183 miles
    Test number
    465096743079
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteRear axle beam showing corrosion

  21. Pass49,996 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    49,996 miles
    Test number
    517309632037
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Fail49,992 miles (+4,436)2 failures1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,992 miles
    Test number
    249589332005
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass45,556 miles (+4,051)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    45,556 miles
    Test number
    169027801017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass41,505 miles (+4,978)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    41,505 miles
    Test number
    142234930000
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  25. Pass36,527 miles (+4,883)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    36,527 miles
    Test number
    544089919067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass31,644 miles (+4,332)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    31,644 miles
    Test number
    403062648032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass27,312 miles (+5,399)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    27,312 miles
    Test number
    934365447052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass21,913 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    21,913 miles
    Test number
    203061656025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail21,913 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,913 miles
    Test number
    720611356016
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about Y866 PSN

Does Y866 PSN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y866 PSN expired on 26 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y866 PSN?
The MOT on Y866 PSN expired on 26 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y866 PSN done?
Y866 PSN was recorded at 71,997 miles at its MOT on 22 Mar 2023, an average of 2,932 miles a year.
Has Y866 PSN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y866 PSN has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on Y866 PSN 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 PSN find?
Y866 PSN failed its latest MOT on 22 Mar 2023 with 4 major defects, 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; nearside headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect no beam pattern; nearside headlamp lens seriously defective badly scored / faded, and 8 more.

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