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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y874 ODCMOT history

Y874 ODC is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 29 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 8 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 120,538 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2025.

Y874 ODC red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Dec 2026
Mileage
120,538 mi
At MOT on 4 Dec 2025
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,546 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y874 ODC
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
29 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y874 ODC was last recorded at 120,538 miles on 4 Dec 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,536 miles · 3 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
3,546 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 120,538 miles
  • 2024 – 119,990 miles
  • 2023 – 119,310 miles
  • 2022 – 118,464 miles
  • 2021 – 117,684 miles
  • 2020 – 116,888 miles
  • 2019 – 115,734 miles
  • 2018 – 114,041 miles
  • 2017 – 111,379 miles
  • 2016 – 109,255 miles
  • 2015 – 107,442 miles
  • 2014 – 105,607 miles
  • 2013 – 103,482 miles
  • 2012 – 100,032 miles
  • 2011 – 97,082 miles
  • 2010 – 82,935 miles
  • 2009 – 76,952 miles
  • 2008 – 69,199 miles
  • 2006 – 52,011 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,538 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 10 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisorySLIGHT CORROISION ON REAR AXLE BEAMRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • FUEL TANK STRAP SLIGHTLY CORRODED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

32 tests since 19 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,538 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    120,538 miles
    Test number
    741533136128
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisorySLIGHT CORROISION ON REAR AXLE BEAM

  2. Fail120,536 miles (+546)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,536 miles
    Test number
    693705481249
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisorySLIGHT CORROISION ON REAR AXLE BEAM

  3. Pass119,990 miles (+680)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    119,990 miles
    Test number
    195984435572
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  4. Pass119,310 miles (+44)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    119,310 miles
    Test number
    698475448346
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  5. Fail119,266 miles (+802)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,266 miles
    Test number
    385780975860
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  6. Pass118,464 miles (+780)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    118,464 miles
    Test number
    568951310150
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/S/F TYRE WEARING LOW ON OUTER EDGE
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  7. Pass117,684 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    117,684 miles
    Test number
    705977871890
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  8. Fail117,676 miles (+788)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,676 miles
    Test number
    468121128870
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases CENTRE SECTION (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  9. Pass116,888 miles (+1,154)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    116,888 miles
    Test number
    828621002869
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened FACE (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  10. Pass115,734 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    115,734 miles
    Test number
    800560887440
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail115,734 miles (+1,693)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,734 miles
    Test number
    269164784836
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases CENTRE SECTION (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass114,041 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    114,041 miles
    Test number
    121083479249
    • AdvisoryFUEL TANK STRAP SLIGHTLY CORRODED
    • AdvisoryOffside Front INDICATOR LENS DAMAGED
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySLIGHT DAMAGE ON FRONT BUMPER

  13. Fail114,041 miles (+2,662)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,041 miles
    Test number
    857874975772
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFUEL TANK STRAP SLIGHTLY CORRODED
    • AdvisoryOffside Front INDICATOR LENS DAMAGED
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySLIGHT DAMAGE ON FRONT BUMPER

  14. Pass111,379 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    111,379 miles
    Test number
    283244445770
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear fuel fitter corroded
    • AdvisoryRear fuel tank mounting corroded

  15. Fail111,379 miles (+2,124)1 dangerous3 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,379 miles
    Test number
    515925021215
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear fuel fitter corroded
    • AdvisoryRear fuel tank mounting corroded

  16. Pass109,255 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    109,255 miles
    Test number
    786520092090
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront number damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre outer edge worn

  17. Fail109,252 miles (+1,810)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,252 miles
    Test number
    741010145582
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Semaphore indicator switch faulty (1.4.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront number damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre outer edge worn

  18. Pass107,442 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    107,442 miles
    Test number
    961108825972
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryFront bumper slightly damage

  19. Fail107,439 miles (+1,832)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,439 miles
    Test number
    695834210402
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt strong advisory*** (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront bumper slightly damage

  20. Pass105,607 miles (+2,125)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    105,607 miles
    Test number
    668208834384
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront exhuast braket corroded

  21. Pass103,482 miles (+3,450)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    103,482 miles
    Test number
    479379033438
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass100,032 miles (+2,950)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    100,032 miles
    Test number
    588028832367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass97,082 miles (+4,755)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    97,082 miles
    Test number
    416414251316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail92,327 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,327 miles
    Test number
    137451011470
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass92,327 miles (+9,392)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    92,327 miles
    Test number
    569631111063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail82,935 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,935 miles
    Test number
    170503710435
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass82,935 miles (+5,983)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    82,935 miles
    Test number
    860283810088
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass76,952 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    76,952 miles
    Test number
    234656819037
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Fail76,952 miles (+7,753)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,952 miles
    Test number
    724656019091
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass69,199 miles (+17,188)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    69,199 miles
    Test number
    182379808053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass52,011 miles (+786)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    52,011 miles
    Test number
    670848446380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass51,225 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2007
    Odometer
    51,225 miles
    Test number
    793049436113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y874 ODC

Does Y874 ODC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y874 ODC is valid until 8 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y874 ODC?
The MOT on Y874 ODC is valid until 8 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y874 ODC done?
Y874 ODC was recorded at 120,538 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2025, an average of 3,546 miles a year.
Has Y874 ODC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y874 ODC has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on Y874 ODC 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 Y874 ODC find?
Y874 ODC passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded; slight corroision on rear axle beam.

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