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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 999 cc

Y879 TGAMOT history

Y879 TGA is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 16 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 19 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 51,496 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2026.

Y879 TGA silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Mar 2027
Mileage
51,496 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,518 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y879 TGA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
16 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y879 TGA was last recorded at 51,496 miles on 20 Mar 2026, 13,412 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
38,084 miles · 27 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
13,412 miles
Average per year
2,518 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 51,496 miles
  • 2024 – 38,084 miles
  • 2023 – 38,072 miles
  • 2022 – 33,744 miles
  • 2021 – 29,413 miles
  • 2020 – 27,856 miles
  • 2018 – 27,800 miles
  • 2016 – 27,566 miles
  • 2015 – 26,516 miles
  • 2014 – 23,693 miles
  • 2013 – 21,236 miles
  • 2011 – 18,073 miles
  • 2010 – 14,764 miles
  • 2009 – 3,926 miles
  • 2008 – 1,172 miles
  • 2006 – 1,051 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,496 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 Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 9 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass51,496 miles (+13,412)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    51,496 miles
    Test number
    990337633335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass38,084 miles (+12)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    38,084 miles
    Test number
    365090040764
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam corroded

  3. Fail38,072 miles (+4,328)3 dangerous7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,072 miles
    Test number
    287633836761
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure split/cracked all the way around (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass33,744 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    33,744 miles
    Test number
    399298538251
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail33,744 miles (+4,331)2 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,744 miles
    Test number
    173126425317
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass29,413 miles (+1,557)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    29,413 miles
    Test number
    895728887222
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass27,856 miles (+56)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    27,856 miles
    Test number
    469194001639

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass27,800 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    27,800 miles
    Test number
    340229801579
    • AdvisoryKeep eye on tyres

  9. Fail27,800 miles (+234)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,800 miles
    Test number
    854217351424
    • Repaired at testDriver's view of an obligatory external mirror materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryKeep eye on tyres

  10. Pass27,566 miles (+1,050)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    27,566 miles
    Test number
    906162652012
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass26,516 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    26,516 miles
    Test number
    515868245103
    • NoteE.M.L.on

  12. Fail26,516 miles (+2,823)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,516 miles
    Test number
    136068445142
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteE.M.L.on

  13. Pass23,693 miles (+2,457)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    23,693 miles
    Test number
    996067404197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail21,236 miles3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,236 miles
    Test number
    668634393091
    • Repaired at testFront Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass21,236 miles (+3,163)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    21,236 miles
    Test number
    806504993004
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  16. Fail18,073 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,073 miles
    Test number
    175121441383
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass18,073 miles (+3,309)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    18,073 miles
    Test number
    549061841347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass14,764 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    14,764 miles
    Test number
    194578110358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail14,764 miles (+10,838)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,764 miles
    Test number
    471418710454
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass3,926 miles (+2,754)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    3,926 miles
    Test number
    433224799054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass1,172 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    1,172 miles
    Test number
    871624858012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail1,172 miles (+121)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    1,172 miles
    Test number
    760633248034
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  23. Pass1,051 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    1,051 miles
    Test number
    191588166016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y879 TGA

Does Y879 TGA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y879 TGA is valid until 19 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y879 TGA?
The MOT on Y879 TGA is valid until 19 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y879 TGA done?
Y879 TGA was recorded at 51,496 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2026, an average of 2,518 miles a year.
Has Y879 TGA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y879 TGA has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on Y879 TGA 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 Y879 TGA find?
Y879 TGA passed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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