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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y885 KDBMOT history

Y885 KDB is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 12 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 30 Apr 2023 and it has passed 16 of 28 MOT tests, with 144,795 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Apr 2022.

Y885 KDB black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 30 Apr 2023
Mileage
144,795 mi
At MOT on 4 Apr 2022
MOT tests
28
16 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,485 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y885 KDB
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
12 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
4 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y885 KDB was last recorded at 144,795 miles on 4 Apr 2022, 4,135 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 May 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 May 2011: 93,752 miles, lower than 93,753 miles on 7 May 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
140,660 miles · 1 May 2021
Between the last two tests
4,135 miles
Average per year
5,485 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 144,795 miles
  • 2021 – 140,660 miles
  • 2020 – 140,646 miles
  • 2019 – 135,021 miles
  • 2018 – 128,090 miles
  • 2017 – 120,919 miles
  • 2016 – 114,983 miles
  • 2015 – 107,999 miles
  • 2014 – 101,559 miles
  • 2013 – 98,256 miles
  • 2012 – 96,687 miles
  • 2011 – 93,752 miles
  • 2010 – 88,888 miles
  • 2009 – 83,383 miles
  • 2008 – 80,692 miles
  • 2007 – 70,510 miles
  • 2006 – 56,297 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,795 miles
  • AdvisoryAxle deformed but serviceable corroded (5.1.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust system corroded (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Hydraulic leak, but not excessive slight leak power steering pump

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive slight leak gearbox

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 14 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,795 miles (+4,135)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    144,795 miles
    Test number
    773769167966
    • AdvisoryAxle deformed but serviceable corroded (5.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust system corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass140,660 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    140,660 miles
    Test number
    374413064637
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive slight leak power steering pump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight leak gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail140,656 miles (+10)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,656 miles
    Test number
    571085297341
    • MajorEmissions not tested engine management light flashing. emissions reading out side of limits (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Coil spring mounting damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced around spare wheel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inside wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive slight leak power steering pump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight leak gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail140,646 miles (+5,625)8 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,646 miles
    Test number
    206476527311
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play damaged (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis and wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass135,021 miles (+5)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    135,021 miles
    Test number
    406250228717
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive steering pump wet and gearbox slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail135,016 miles (+6,926)1 dangerous3 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,016 miles
    Test number
    924476589372
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorTailgate cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive steering pump wet and gearbox slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass128,090 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    128,090 miles
    Test number
    755318280919

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail128,090 miles (+7,171)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,090 miles
    Test number
    865863387442
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  9. Pass120,919 miles (+5,936)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2018
    Odometer
    120,919 miles
    Test number
    121156012357
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  10. Pass114,983 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2017
    Odometer
    114,983 miles
    Test number
    787107665524
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  11. Fail114,981 miles (+6,982)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,981 miles
    Test number
    830178725076
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill panel (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Fail107,999 miles1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,999 miles
    Test number
    219004135470
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass107,999 miles (+6,440)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2016
    Odometer
    107,999 miles
    Test number
    545244335175
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  14. Pass101,559 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2015
    Odometer
    101,559 miles
    Test number
    555546434119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail101,551 miles (+3,295)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,551 miles
    Test number
    147236924163
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

  16. Pass98,256 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2014
    Odometer
    98,256 miles
    Test number
    545257813165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail98,254 miles (+1,567)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,254 miles
    Test number
    729270713143
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass96,687 miles (+2,935)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2013
    Odometer
    96,687 miles
    Test number
    767945902193
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • NoteTail Pipe Leaking Slightly

  19. Pass93,752 miles (-1)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2012
    Odometer
    93,752 miles
    Test number
    487750231133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail93,753 miles (+4,865)7 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,753 miles
    Test number
    119937821195
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass88,888 miles (+5,505)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2011
    Odometer
    88,888 miles
    Test number
    522677810167
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

  22. Pass83,383 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2010
    Odometer
    83,383 miles
    Test number
    210522529411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail83,380 miles (+2,688)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,380 miles
    Test number
    843559319155
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  24. Pass80,692 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    80,692 miles
    Test number
    442320468016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail80,677 miles (+10,167)2 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,677 miles
    Test number
    843990868016
    • DangerousDRIVER DOORMIRROR COVER BROKEN
    • DangerousNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  26. Pass70,510 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    70,510 miles
    Test number
    170817957481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail70,510 miles (+14,213)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,510 miles
    Test number
    161987757409
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

  28. Pass56,297 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    56,297 miles
    Test number
    320855246092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y885 KDB

Does Y885 KDB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y885 KDB expired on 30 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y885 KDB?
The MOT on Y885 KDB expired on 30 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y885 KDB done?
Y885 KDB was recorded at 144,795 miles at its MOT on 4 Apr 2022, an average of 5,485 miles a year.
Has Y885 KDB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y885 KDB has failed 12 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2021.
Has the mileage on Y885 KDB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 May 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y885 KDB find?
Y885 KDB passed its latest MOT on 4 Apr 2022 with 6 advisories: axle deformed but serviceable corroded; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust system corroded; nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

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