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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y877 HGUMOT history

Y877 HGU is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 13 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 58,281 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2026.

Y877 HGU black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 13 Mar 2027
Mileage
58,281 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,572 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y877 HGU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y877 HGU was last recorded at 58,281 miles on 13 Mar 2026, 7,353 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,928 miles · 14 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
7,353 miles
Average per year
2,572 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 58,281 miles
  • 2025 – 50,928 miles
  • 2024 – 48,754 miles
  • 2023 – 43,410 miles
  • 2022 – 40,105 miles
  • 2021 – 36,150 miles
  • 2020 – 35,042 miles
  • 2019 – 33,246 miles
  • 2018 – 31,264 miles
  • 2017 – 28,863 miles
  • 2016 – 25,768 miles
  • 2015 – 24,127 miles
  • 2014 – 20,990 miles
  • 2013 – 18,632 miles
  • 2012 – 15,901 miles
  • 2011 – 14,513 miles
  • 2010 – 13,578 miles
  • 2009 – 12,905 miles
  • 2008 – 11,979 miles
  • 2007 – 11,428 miles
  • 2006 – 6,679 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass58,281 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside headlamp has condensation
  • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing rear axle (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear axle (5.2.3 (e))

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 Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2018

Full MOT history

30 tests since 17 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass58,281 miles (+7,353)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    58,281 miles
    Test number
    175824653281
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp has condensation
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing rear axle (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear axle (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass50,928 miles (+5)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    50,928 miles
    Test number
    151941248463
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front axle (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlamp has condensation
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail50,923 miles (+2,169)1 dangerous4 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,923 miles
    Test number
    405382783026
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBraking system leaking servo pipe split , insecure (1.1.3 (d))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder excessively weakened by corrosion (1.1.16 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge some wear on edge of tread area (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded at coil spring platforms , nearside and offside (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass48,754 miles (+23)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    48,754 miles
    Test number
    566264572858
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail48,731 miles (+5,321)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,731 miles
    Test number
    739991504425
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases and rear section (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass43,410 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    43,410 miles
    Test number
    667017498884
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail43,409 miles (+3,304)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,409 miles
    Test number
    312786703483
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass40,105 miles (+3,955)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    40,105 miles
    Test number
    125832237737
    • AdvisoryFront Inner discs corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake flexy corroded.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass36,150 miles (+1,108)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    36,150 miles
    Test number
    847784603603
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass35,042 miles (+1)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    35,042 miles
    Test number
    442843112106
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both the front brake discs corroded on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine has slight oil seepage (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox has slight oil seepage (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle showing corrosion underneath , including , front subframe, rear axle .

  11. Fail35,041 miles (+1,795)2 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,041 miles
    Test number
    942349590746
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both the front brake discs corroded on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-lock braking system: wiring not securely attached on shock absorber
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine has slight oil seepage (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox has slight oil seepage (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle showing corrosion underneath , including , front subframe, rear axle .

  12. Pass33,246 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    33,246 miles
    Test number
    597369140097
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Fail33,246 miles (+1,982)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,246 miles
    Test number
    931218815271
    • MajorFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass31,264 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    31,264 miles
    Test number
    249402379343
    • AdvisoryFront Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Fail31,263 miles (+2,400)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,263 miles
    Test number
    540583593749
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass28,863 miles (+3,095)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    28,863 miles
    Test number
    354066591302
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryGear selector lever safety button inop
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass25,768 miles (+1,641)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    25,768 miles
    Test number
    907676697216
    • AdvisoryFront Headlights starting to milk over
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres cracked and perished

  18. Fail24,127 miles2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,127 miles
    Test number
    159207745040
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteCorrosion at rear metal brake pipes
    • NoteO/s/f window inop'

  19. Pass24,127 miles (+3,137)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    24,127 miles
    Test number
    845077645042
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteCorrosion at rear metal brake pipes
    • NoteO/s/f window inop'

  20. Pass20,990 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    20,990 miles
    Test number
    959358744080
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  21. Fail20,990 miles (+2,358)2 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,990 miles
    Test number
    108588144474
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  22. Pass18,632 miles (+2,731)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    18,632 miles
    Test number
    107946743410
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteAll 4 tyres starting to split and perish due to lack of use 175/65 r13 70t Firestone
    • NoteRear number plate starting to delaminate

  23. Pass15,901 miles (+1,388)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    15,901 miles
    Test number
    487178742079
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  24. Pass14,513 miles (+935)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    14,513 miles
    Test number
    107069341416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass13,578 miles (+673)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    13,578 miles
    Test number
    184240250479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass12,905 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    12,905 miles
    Test number
    483807349097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail12,896 miles (+917)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,896 miles
    Test number
    242394949046
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  28. Pass11,979 miles (+551)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    11,979 miles
    Test number
    930033558002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass11,428 miles (+4,749)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    11,428 miles
    Test number
    532818957082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass6,679 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    6,679 miles
    Test number
    621938946055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y877 HGU

Does Y877 HGU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y877 HGU is valid until 13 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y877 HGU?
The MOT on Y877 HGU is valid until 13 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y877 HGU done?
Y877 HGU was recorded at 58,281 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2026, an average of 2,572 miles a year.
Has Y877 HGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y877 HGU has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on Y877 HGU 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 HGU find?
Y877 HGU passed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both; fuel pipe/s corroded; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 4 more.

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