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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y876 SPXMOT history

Y876 SPX is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 6 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 97,451 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2026.

Y876 SPX silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 May 2027
Mileage
97,451 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,149 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y876 SPX
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
31 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 May 2027
Latest MOT test
5 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y876 SPX was last recorded at 97,451 miles on 5 May 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,451 miles · 1 May 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,149 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,451 miles
  • 2025 – 95,125 miles
  • 2024 – 92,942 miles
  • 2023 – 90,316 miles
  • 2022 – 88,333 miles
  • 2020 – 85,709 miles
  • 2019 – 83,981 miles
  • 2018 – 79,409 miles
  • 2017 – 75,167 miles
  • 2016 – 72,238 miles
  • 2015 – 71,833 miles
  • 2014 – 71,391 miles
  • 2013 – 70,815 miles
  • 2012 – 70,295 miles
  • 2011 – 69,035 miles
  • 2010 – 67,750 miles
  • 2009 – 66,362 miles
  • 2008 – 64,836 miles
  • 2007 – 63,647 miles
  • 2006 – 58,276 miles
  • 2005 – 52,782 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,451 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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 23 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,451 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2027
    Odometer
    97,451 miles
    Test number
    828213222019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail97,451 miles (+2,326)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,451 miles
    Test number
    633285628780
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  3. Pass95,125 miles (+2,183)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2026
    Odometer
    95,125 miles
    Test number
    837908653829
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass92,942 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2025
    Odometer
    92,942 miles
    Test number
    706480739930
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail92,941 miles (+2,625)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,941 miles
    Test number
    383815483027
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass90,316 miles (+1,983)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2024
    Odometer
    90,316 miles
    Test number
    864473740461
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass88,333 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2023
    Odometer
    88,333 miles
    Test number
    927493618959
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail88,332 miles (+2,623)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,332 miles
    Test number
    766729958395
    • DangerousRear Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass85,709 miles (+1,728)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    85,709 miles
    Test number
    833570292124
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated

  10. Pass83,981 miles (+4,572)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    83,981 miles
    Test number
    517212261454
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass79,409 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    79,409 miles
    Test number
    167252597514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail79,409 miles (+4,242)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,409 miles
    Test number
    694574410639
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  13. Pass75,167 miles (+2,929)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    75,167 miles
    Test number
    836877444537
    • AdvisoryFront no plate cracked
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly deteriorated

  14. Pass72,238 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    72,238 miles
    Test number
    155917058311
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm + worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm + worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Fail72,238 miles (+405)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,238 miles
    Test number
    481256064431
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm + worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm + worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass71,833 miles (+442)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    71,833 miles
    Test number
    448938735153
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edges

  17. Pass71,391 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    71,391 miles
    Test number
    707706654183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail71,391 miles (+576)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,391 miles
    Test number
    175965954124
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSlight bind on both rear brakes

  19. Fail70,815 miles1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,815 miles
    Test number
    919967633146
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteFront wiper blades split
    • NoteNearside rear Rear brake binding slightly
    • NoteOffside rear Rear brake binding slightly

  20. Pass70,815 miles (+520)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    70,815 miles
    Test number
    939997433121
    • NoteFront wiper blades split
    • NoteNearside rear Rear brake binding slightly
    • NoteOffside rear Rear brake binding slightly

  21. Pass70,295 miles (+1,260)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    70,295 miles
    Test number
    877764762185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass69,035 miles (+1,285)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    69,035 miles
    Test number
    946811561131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass67,750 miles (+4)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    67,750 miles
    Test number
    624511560172
    • NoteFront number plate damaged
    • NoteToys in windscreen but not effecting drivers view of the road
    • NoteNearside front Brake disc(s) corroded but not in such a condition that it is seriously weakened

  24. Fail67,746 miles (+1,384)2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,746 miles
    Test number
    490340260123
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • NoteFront number plate damaged
    • NoteOil leak from gearbox
    • NoteToys in windscreen but not effecting drivers view of the road
    • NoteNearside front Brake disc(s) corroded but not in such a condition that it is seriously weakened

  25. Pass66,362 miles (+1,526)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    66,362 miles
    Test number
    712658469114
    • NoteNearside windscreen wiper smears the screen slightly
    • NoteOffside windscreen wiper smears the screen slightly
    • NoteRear wiper does not clear the screen effectively

  26. Pass64,836 miles (+1,189)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    64,836 miles
    Test number
    204732598448
    • NoteFront registration plate cracked

  27. Pass63,647 miles (+5,371)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    63,647 miles
    Test number
    910071897134
    • NoteOil leak from gearbox

  28. Pass58,276 miles (+5,494)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    58,276 miles
    Test number
    943104786118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass52,782 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    52,782 miles
    Test number
    451774305279
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFRONT NUMBER PLATE CRACKED

Questions about Y876 SPX

Does Y876 SPX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y876 SPX is valid until 6 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y876 SPX?
The MOT on Y876 SPX is valid until 6 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y876 SPX done?
Y876 SPX was recorded at 97,451 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2026, an average of 2,149 miles a year.
Has Y876 SPX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y876 SPX has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 1 May 2026.
Has the mileage on Y876 SPX 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 Y876 SPX find?
Y876 SPX passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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