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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y871 SURMOT history

Y871 SUR is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 17 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 13 Aug 2026 and it has passed 20 of 22 MOT tests, with 57,042 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Aug 2025.

Y871 SUR silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 13 Aug 2026
Mileage
57,042 mi
At MOT on 14 Aug 2025
MOT tests
22
20 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,783 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y871 SUR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
17 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y871 SUR was last recorded at 57,042 miles on 14 Aug 2025, 1,751 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,291 miles · 10 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
1,751 miles
Average per year
1,783 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 57,042 miles
  • 2024 – 55,291 miles
  • 2023 – 54,474 miles
  • 2022 – 53,738 miles
  • 2021 – 52,453 miles
  • 2020 – 51,094 miles
  • 2019 – 49,796 miles
  • 2018 – 48,113 miles
  • 2017 – 45,286 miles
  • 2016 – 43,528 miles
  • 2015 – 41,613 miles
  • 2014 – 39,747 miles
  • 2013 – 37,722 miles
  • 2012 – 35,753 miles
  • 2011 – 33,682 miles
  • 2010 – 31,770 miles
  • 2009 – 29,473 miles
  • 2008 – 27,460 miles
  • 2007 – 25,168 miles
  • 2006 – 22,859 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,042 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 12 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass57,042 miles (+1,751)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    57,042 miles
    Test number
    136579873441
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Pass55,291 miles (+28)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    55,291 miles
    Test number
    282260681867
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Fail55,263 miles (+789)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,263 miles
    Test number
    442708645879
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass54,474 miles (+736)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    54,474 miles
    Test number
    718771724486
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S + O/S. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront 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))
  5. Pass53,738 miles (+1,285)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    53,738 miles
    Test number
    585356309288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass52,453 miles (+1,359)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    52,453 miles
    Test number
    593637391242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass51,094 miles (+1,298)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    51,094 miles
    Test number
    939385668977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass49,796 miles (+1,683)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    49,796 miles
    Test number
    255734113883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass48,113 miles (+2,827)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    48,113 miles
    Test number
    516711189904

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass45,286 miles (+1,758)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    45,286 miles
    Test number
    622251914198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass43,528 miles (+1,915)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    43,528 miles
    Test number
    890161123753

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass41,613 miles (+1,866)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    41,613 miles
    Test number
    206585855440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass39,747 miles (+2,025)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    39,747 miles
    Test number
    458356654185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass37,722 miles (+1,969)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    37,722 miles
    Test number
    449818853152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass35,753 miles (+2,071)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    35,753 miles
    Test number
    925420352187
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  16. Pass33,682 miles (+1,912)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    33,682 miles
    Test number
    406632851180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass31,770 miles (+2,297)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    31,770 miles
    Test number
    173539050193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,473 miles (+2,013)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    29,473 miles
    Test number
    332939639171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass27,460 miles (+2,292)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    27,460 miles
    Test number
    311417458130
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass25,168 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    25,168 miles
    Test number
    211446957122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail25,168 miles (+2,309)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,168 miles
    Test number
    694346257134
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  22. Pass22,859 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    22,859 miles
    Test number
    781763466132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y871 SUR

Does Y871 SUR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y871 SUR expired on 13 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y871 SUR?
The MOT on Y871 SUR expired on 13 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y871 SUR done?
Y871 SUR was recorded at 57,042 miles at its MOT on 14 Aug 2025, an average of 1,783 miles a year.
Has Y871 SUR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y871 SUR has failed 2 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on Y871 SUR 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 Y871 SUR find?
Y871 SUR passed its latest MOT on 14 Aug 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front windscreen wiper blade defective; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides, and 1 more.

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