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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y877 GNYMOT history

Y877 GNY is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 29 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 27 Feb 2026 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 71,030 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Feb 2025.

Y877 GNY blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 27 Feb 2026
Mileage
71,030 mi
At MOT on 28 Feb 2025
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,641 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y877 GNY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
29 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y877 GNY was last recorded at 71,030 miles on 28 Feb 2025, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,025 miles · 25 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
2,641 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 71,030 miles
  • 2023 – 61,194 miles
  • 2022 – 59,269 miles
  • 2020 – 56,055 miles
  • 2019 – 53,457 miles
  • 2018 – 42,445 miles
  • 2017 – 33,280 miles
  • 2016 – 33,099 miles
  • 2015 – 32,837 miles
  • 2014 – 32,424 miles
  • 2013 – 31,223 miles
  • 2012 – 30,748 miles
  • 2011 – 30,488 miles
  • 2010 – 27,678 miles
  • 2009 – 24,944 miles
  • 2008 – 23,686 miles
  • 2007 – 22,405 miles
  • 2006 – 21,217 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,030 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Body component slightly loose indicator

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Windscreen washer not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Coil spring corroded all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 20 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,030 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    71,030 miles
    Test number
    935896954646
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail71,025 miles (+9,831)4 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,025 miles
    Test number
    564826334799
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass61,194 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    61,194 miles
    Test number
    216656447890
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  4. Fail61,193 miles (+1,924)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,193 miles
    Test number
    327999421675
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury indicator (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury wing mirror (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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. Pass59,269 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    59,269 miles
    Test number
    879688574538
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body component slightly loose indicator (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail59,266 miles (+3,211)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,266 miles
    Test number
    344542117609
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body component slightly loose indicator (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass56,055 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    56,055 miles
    Test number
    703579155448
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body component slightly loose indicator (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail56,054 miles (+2,597)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,054 miles
    Test number
    176133309861
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury light (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body component slightly loose indicator (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass53,457 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    53,457 miles
    Test number
    301434009307
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail53,456 miles (+11,011)1 dangerous6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,456 miles
    Test number
    665224170072
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass42,445 miles (+9,165)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2019
    Odometer
    42,445 miles
    Test number
    250234697831

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass33,280 miles (+181)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    33,280 miles
    Test number
    245142933519
    • AdvisorySlight wear in front brake discs

  13. Pass33,099 miles (+262)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    33,099 miles
    Test number
    105507310552

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass32,837 miles (+413)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    32,837 miles
    Test number
    259378615464
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass32,424 miles (+1,201)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2015
    Odometer
    32,424 miles
    Test number
    816999214144
    • NoteFront tyres wearing inside edge

  16. Pass31,223 miles (+475)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2014
    Odometer
    31,223 miles
    Test number
    665962723116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,748 miles (+260)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2013
    Odometer
    30,748 miles
    Test number
    205074122135
    • NoteFront discs corroded

  18. Pass30,488 miles (+2,810)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2012
    Odometer
    30,488 miles
    Test number
    648249021101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass27,678 miles (+88)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2011
    Odometer
    27,678 miles
    Test number
    812127800175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail27,590 miles (+2,646)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,590 miles
    Test number
    731140700146
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass24,944 miles (+1,258)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2010
    Odometer
    24,944 miles
    Test number
    401038009128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass23,686 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2009
    Odometer
    23,686 miles
    Test number
    274653938436
    • NoteBody damaged
    • NoteFront wipers not very good
    • NoteOff side front wheel trim missing

  23. Fail23,685 miles (+1,280)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,685 miles
    Test number
    694193838139
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteBody damaged
    • NoteFront wipers not very good
    • NoteOff side front wheel trim missing

  24. Pass22,405 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    22,405 miles
    Test number
    991339587006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail22,405 miles (+1,188)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,405 miles
    Test number
    541089987018
    • FailureBrake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)

  26. Pass21,217 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    21,217 miles
    Test number
    581010416194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y877 GNY

Does Y877 GNY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y877 GNY expired on 27 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y877 GNY?
The MOT on Y877 GNY expired on 27 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y877 GNY done?
Y877 GNY was recorded at 71,030 miles at its MOT on 28 Feb 2025, an average of 2,641 miles a year.
Has Y877 GNY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y877 GNY has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on Y877 GNY 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 Y877 GNY find?
Y877 GNY passed its latest MOT on 28 Feb 2025 with 3 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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