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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 999 cc

Y881 CFVMOT history

Y881 CFV is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 27 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 57,299 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2026.

Y881 CFV silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jan 2027
Mileage
57,299 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,156 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y881 CFV
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
27 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y881 CFV was last recorded at 57,299 miles on 20 Jan 2026, 1,247 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,052 miles · 16 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,247 miles
Average per year
1,156 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 57,299 miles
  • 2025 – 56,052 miles
  • 2024 – 56,021 miles
  • 2023 – 55,651 miles
  • 2022 – 54,974 miles
  • 2021 – 54,819 miles
  • 2019 – 54,628 miles
  • 2018 – 54,291 miles
  • 2017 – 53,577 miles
  • 2016 – 53,075 miles
  • 2015 – 50,814 miles
  • 2014 – 50,265 miles
  • 2013 – 48,957 miles
  • 2012 – 48,438 miles
  • 2011 – 47,263 miles
  • 2010 – 46,495 miles
  • 2009 – 45,163 miles
  • 2008 – 43,778 miles
  • 2007 – 41,600 miles
  • 2006 – 37,409 miles
  • 2005 – 33,422 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,299 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2005–2007

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 27 May 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass57,299 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    57,299 miles
    Test number
    904239430220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail57,295 miles (+1,243)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,295 miles
    Test number
    294267621829
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass56,052 miles (+31)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    56,052 miles
    Test number
    784049847191
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Pass56,021 miles (+370)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    56,021 miles
    Test number
    919188440590
    • AdvisoryEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

  5. Pass55,651 miles (+677)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    55,651 miles
    Test number
    116669290453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass54,974 miles (+155)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    54,974 miles
    Test number
    546530137509
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Pass54,819 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    54,819 miles
    Test number
    519016165835

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail54,815 miles (+187)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,815 miles
    Test number
    538066205782
    • DangerousBrake servo inoperative (1.1.10 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAir/vacuum reservoir drain device inoperative (1.1.9 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass54,628 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    54,628 miles
    Test number
    770750492953

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail54,626 miles (+335)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,626 miles
    Test number
    973527898521
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  11. Pass54,291 miles (+714)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    54,291 miles
    Test number
    167212715170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass53,577 miles (+502)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    53,577 miles
    Test number
    452392941432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass53,075 miles (+2,261)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    53,075 miles
    Test number
    388670645533

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass50,814 miles (+549)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    50,814 miles
    Test number
    755679765155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass50,265 miles (+1,308)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    50,265 miles
    Test number
    575104684170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass48,957 miles (+519)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    48,957 miles
    Test number
    687886083190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass48,438 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    48,438 miles
    Test number
    255057672438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail48,431 miles (+1,168)1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,431 miles
    Test number
    737603672186
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  19. Pass47,263 miles (+768)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    47,263 miles
    Test number
    109425371163
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has cracks on outer wall

  20. Pass46,495 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    46,495 miles
    Test number
    241778440115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail46,495 miles (+1,332)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,495 miles
    Test number
    291978940119
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass45,163 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    45,163 miles
    Test number
    494429349101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail45,159 miles (+1,381)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,159 miles
    Test number
    970279649108
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass43,778 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    43,778 miles
    Test number
    963195958193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail43,778 miles (+2,178)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,778 miles
    Test number
    222475658182
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass41,600 miles (+4,191)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2008
    Odometer
    41,600 miles
    Test number
    200311937480
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  27. Pass37,409 miles (+3,987)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2007
    Odometer
    37,409 miles
    Test number
    302740156112
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  28. Pass33,422 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2006
    Odometer
    33,422 miles
    Test number
    860047945168
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about Y881 CFV

Does Y881 CFV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y881 CFV is valid until 21 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y881 CFV?
The MOT on Y881 CFV is valid until 21 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y881 CFV done?
Y881 CFV was recorded at 57,299 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2026, an average of 1,156 miles a year.
Has Y881 CFV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y881 CFV has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on Y881 CFV 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 Y881 CFV find?
Y881 CFV passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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