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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y872 AETMOT history

Y872 AET is a silver diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 5 Oct 2024 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 140,011 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2023.

Y872 AET silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 5 Oct 2024
Mileage
140,011 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2023
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,393 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y872 AET
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
31 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y872 AET was last recorded at 140,011 miles on 6 Oct 2023, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,006 miles · 22 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
4,393 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 140,011 miles
  • 2019 – 137,371 miles
  • 2018 – 134,565 miles
  • 2017 – 130,348 miles
  • 2016 – 128,066 miles
  • 2015 – 124,537 miles
  • 2014 – 120,915 miles
  • 2013 – 116,179 miles
  • 2012 – 109,771 miles
  • 2011 – 101,828 miles
  • 2010 – 91,808 miles
  • 2009 – 82,023 miles
  • 2008 – 76,802 miles
  • 2007 – 70,374 miles
  • 2006 – 65,163 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,011 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside rear brake just met requirementsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear axle corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2018

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2007

  • Both front brake hoses slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass140,011 miles (+5)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    140,011 miles
    Test number
    398069362927
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake just met requirements
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  2. Fail140,006 miles (+2,635)1 dangerous3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,006 miles
    Test number
    290931813563
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake just met requirements
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  3. Pass137,371 miles (+2,806)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    137,371 miles
    Test number
    680906306446
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass134,565 miles (+4,217)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    134,565 miles
    Test number
    929400581479
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  5. Pass130,348 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    130,348 miles
    Test number
    323096457191
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses slightly deteriorated

  6. Fail130,342 miles (+2,276)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,342 miles
    Test number
    589669916906
    • 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 wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  7. Pass128,066 miles (+3,529)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    128,066 miles
    Test number
    355863385976
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside front wheel bearing sounds rough
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  8. Pass124,537 miles (+22)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    124,537 miles
    Test number
    185330875493
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail124,515 miles (+3,600)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,515 miles
    Test number
    297508965010
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass120,915 miles (+89)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    120,915 miles
    Test number
    868679364007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail120,826 miles (+4,647)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,826 miles
    Test number
    456780664048
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Pass116,179 miles (+6,408)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    116,179 miles
    Test number
    885778663064
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass109,771 miles (+7,943)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    109,771 miles
    Test number
    167296862050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass101,828 miles (+10,020)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    101,828 miles
    Test number
    588993841025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass91,808 miles (+9,785)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    91,808 miles
    Test number
    630117330079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass82,023 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    82,023 miles
    Test number
    222103849067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail82,023 miles (+5,221)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,023 miles
    Test number
    732393949047
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Pass76,802 miles (+6,428)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    76,802 miles
    Test number
    933945648010
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteGear box oil leak

  19. Pass70,374 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    70,374 miles
    Test number
    163971057490
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAux drive belt deteriorated, advise belt is changed.
    • NoteOil leak from gearbox area.

  20. Fail70,374 miles (+5,211)2 failures1 repaired5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,374 miles
    Test number
    191740257426
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAux drive belt deteriorated, advise belt is changed.
    • NoteOil leak from gearbox area.

  21. Pass65,163 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    65,163 miles
    Test number
    961015666213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail65,162 miles1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,162 miles
    Test number
    533595566223
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s front tyre worn on inner edge

Questions about Y872 AET

Does Y872 AET currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y872 AET expired on 5 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y872 AET?
The MOT on Y872 AET expired on 5 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y872 AET done?
Y872 AET was recorded at 140,011 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2023, an average of 4,393 miles a year.
Has Y872 AET ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y872 AET has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on Y872 AET 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 Y872 AET find?
Y872 AET passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2023 with 8 advisories: nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 5 more.

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