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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2001 · 999 cc

Y875 WGAMOT history

Y875 WGA is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 11 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 18 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 72,224 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2026.

Y875 WGA grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Jan 2027
Mileage
72,224 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,195 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y875 WGA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
11 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y875 WGA was last recorded at 72,224 miles on 14 Jan 2026, 5,294 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,930 miles · 10 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
5,294 miles
Average per year
2,195 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,224 miles
  • 2025 – 66,930 miles
  • 2023 – 62,840 miles
  • 2022 – 61,005 miles
  • 2021 – 60,118 miles
  • 2020 – 59,644 miles
  • 2019 – 58,573 miles
  • 2018 – 57,307 miles
  • 2017 – 56,180 miles
  • 2016 – 54,770 miles
  • 2015 – 52,807 miles
  • 2014 – 50,675 miles
  • 2013 – 48,225 miles
  • 2011 – 44,322 miles
  • 2010 – 41,932 miles
  • 2009 – 37,357 miles
  • 2008 – 34,343 miles
  • 2007 – 31,485 miles
  • 2006 – 28,839 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,224 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2016

Full MOT history

26 tests since 11 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,224 miles (+5,294)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    72,224 miles
    Test number
    508514603525

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass66,930 miles (+4,090)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    66,930 miles
    Test number
    497802362513
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside number plate light flickering
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass62,840 miles (+781)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    62,840 miles
    Test number
    490674404493
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorating
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass62,059 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    62,059 miles
    Test number
    534243561568
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail62,059 miles (+1,054)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,059 miles
    Test number
    375883570042
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass61,005 miles (+887)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    61,005 miles
    Test number
    557408794858
    • AdvisoryFront tyres low on inner edge

  7. Pass60,118 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    60,118 miles
    Test number
    651958238261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail60,118 miles (+474)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,118 miles
    Test number
    601325266434
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass59,644 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    59,644 miles
    Test number
    810523286535
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside front anti-roll bar link bush deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre inner edge worn

  10. Fail59,644 miles (+1,071)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,644 miles
    Test number
    732186631786
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside front anti-roll bar link bush deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre inner edge worn

  11. Pass58,573 miles (+1,266)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    58,573 miles
    Test number
    125259186256
    • AdvisorySlight bind on front wheels

  12. Pass57,307 miles (+1,127)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    57,307 miles
    Test number
    815505045597

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass56,180 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    56,180 miles
    Test number
    811613401250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail56,180 miles (+1,410)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,180 miles
    Test number
    565691754806
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryN/s front tyre on limit
    • AdvisoryO/s front tyre low on inner edge

  15. Pass54,770 miles (+1,963)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    54,770 miles
    Test number
    742508023216
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass52,807 miles (+2,132)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    52,807 miles
    Test number
    127946505438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass50,675 miles (+2,450)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    50,675 miles
    Test number
    399212404008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass48,225 miles (+3,903)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    48,225 miles
    Test number
    575484413069
    • NoteFront wipers worn and splitting

  19. Pass44,322 miles (+2,390)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    44,322 miles
    Test number
    645317551399
    • NoteEngine crankcase breather hose off
    • NoteWiper blades worn

  20. Pass41,932 miles (+2,451)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    41,932 miles
    Test number
    780094450395
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass39,481 miles (+2,124)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    39,481 miles
    Test number
    940969610097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass37,357 miles (+3,014)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    37,357 miles
    Test number
    140906809142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass34,343 miles (+2,858)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    34,343 miles
    Test number
    583578808178
    • NoteREAR EXHAUST SILENCER CORRODED

  24. Pass31,485 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    31,485 miles
    Test number
    772362007165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail31,478 miles (+2,639)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,478 miles
    Test number
    353022407196
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass28,839 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    28,839 miles
    Test number
    821571206194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y875 WGA

Does Y875 WGA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y875 WGA is valid until 18 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y875 WGA?
The MOT on Y875 WGA is valid until 18 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y875 WGA done?
Y875 WGA was recorded at 72,224 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2026, an average of 2,195 miles a year.
Has Y875 WGA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y875 WGA has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on Y875 WGA 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 Y875 WGA find?
Y875 WGA passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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