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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 999 cc

Y885 PNWMOT history

Y885 PNW is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 1 Oct 2022 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 42,012 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Sept 2022.

Y885 PNW red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 1 Oct 2022
Mileage
42,012 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2022
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,986 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y885 PNW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y885 PNW was last recorded at 42,012 miles on 30 Sept 2022, 1,620 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
40,392 miles · 22 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
1,620 miles
Average per year
1,986 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 42,012 miles
  • 2021 – 40,392 miles
  • 2020 – 39,686 miles
  • 2019 – 36,956 miles
  • 2018 – 34,157 miles
  • 2017 – 31,659 miles
  • 2016 – 28,927 miles
  • 2015 – 25,760 miles
  • 2014 – 23,024 miles
  • 2013 – 19,098 miles
  • 2012 – 17,821 miles
  • 2011 – 16,598 miles
  • 2009 – 14,019 miles
  • 2008 – 12,638 miles
  • 2007 – 11,309 miles
  • 2006 – 9,419 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail42,012 miles
  • DangerousBrake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Coil spring mounting insecure to the extent that relative movement is visible (5.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Upper Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded Flaking (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Lens cloudy (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded Flaking (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded Flaking (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Lens cloudy (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded Flaking (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryGeneral underside condition of vehicle showing significant corrosion, front sub frame, rear axle, braking and suspension components etc all corroded.
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • O/S/F & N/S/F WISHBONE REAR BUSHES DEBONDING

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Front headlamp lenses cloudy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 3 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail42,012 miles (+1,620)3 dangerous11 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,012 miles
    Test number
    196050088438
    • DangerousBrake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Coil spring mounting insecure to the extent that relative movement is visible (5.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Upper Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded Flaking (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Lens cloudy (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded Flaking (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded Flaking (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Lens cloudy (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded Flaking (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside condition of vehicle showing significant corrosion, front sub frame, rear axle, braking and suspension components etc all corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass40,392 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    40,392 miles
    Test number
    661548470368
    • AdvisoryFront headlamp lenses cloudy

  3. Fail40,389 miles (+703)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,389 miles
    Test number
    808941885740
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak section (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront headlamp lenses cloudy

  4. Pass39,686 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    39,686 miles
    Test number
    208558629519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail39,680 miles (+2,724)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,680 miles
    Test number
    151143472000
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses cloudy

  6. Pass36,956 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    36,956 miles
    Test number
    388215061561
    • AdvisoryO/s/f & n/s/f headlamp lenses cloudy

  7. Fail36,950 miles (+2,793)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,950 miles
    Test number
    380489864118
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure worn on edges & splitting in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f & n/s/f headlamp lenses cloudy

  8. Pass34,157 miles (+2,498)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    34,157 miles
    Test number
    259221160859
    • AdvisoryO/S/F & N/S/F WISHBONE REAR BUSHES DEBONDING

  9. Pass31,659 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2018
    Odometer
    31,659 miles
    Test number
    263105124066
    • AdvisoryO/s/f & n/s/f wishbone rear bushes debonding

  10. Fail31,656 miles (+2,729)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,656 miles
    Test number
    932457112440
    • DangerousNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f & n/s/f wishbone rear bushes debonding

  11. Pass28,927 miles (+3,167)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2017
    Odometer
    28,927 miles
    Test number
    456959132969
    • AdvisoryEngine man warning lamp on
    • AdvisoryO/s/f & n/s/f wishbone rear bushes debonding

  12. Pass25,760 miles (+2,736)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2016
    Odometer
    25,760 miles
    Test number
    316898325142
    • NoteEngine man lamp on
    • NoteO/s/f & n/s/f wishbone rear bushes debonding

  13. Pass23,024 miles (+3,926)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    23,024 miles
    Test number
    549756904113
    • NoteBrake flexy hose ferrules corroded
    • NoteFront wishbone rear bushes debonding o/s/f & n/s/f

  14. Pass19,098 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2014
    Odometer
    19,098 miles
    Test number
    507148323122
    • NoteRear brake pipes corroded

  15. Fail19,098 miles (+1,277)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,098 miles
    Test number
    986307623125
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteExhaust leak @ cat
    • NoteFront discs corroded & pitted
    • NoteRear brake pipes corroded
    • NoteTyre pressures low

  16. Pass17,821 miles (+1,223)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2013
    Odometer
    17,821 miles
    Test number
    896950632152
    • NoteFront brake inbalance high 23%
    • NoteFront discs pitted & corroded
    • NoteN/s/r brake pipe corroded
    • NoteO/s/f & n/s/f wishbone rear bushes in poor condition
    • NoteRear brake pressure uneven

  17. Pass16,598 miles (+2,579)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2012
    Odometer
    16,598 miles
    Test number
    459093221126
    • 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)
    • NoteO/s/f & n/s/f discs very corroded inner faces

  18. Pass14,019 miles (+1,381)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    14,019 miles
    Test number
    673481869154
    • NoteExhaust clamp missing
    • NoteTyre pressures low
    • NoteWasher fluid to strong

  19. Pass12,638 miles (+1,329)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    12,638 miles
    Test number
    211676968491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass11,309 miles (+1,890)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    11,309 miles
    Test number
    521556167107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass9,419 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2007
    Odometer
    9,419 miles
    Test number
    782093126198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y885 PNW

Does Y885 PNW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y885 PNW expired on 1 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y885 PNW?
The MOT on Y885 PNW expired on 1 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y885 PNW done?
Y885 PNW was recorded at 42,012 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2022, an average of 1,986 miles a year.
Has Y885 PNW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y885 PNW has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on Y885 PNW 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 Y885 PNW find?
Y885 PNW failed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2022 with 3 dangerous defects, 11 major defects, 1 minor defect and 11 advisories: brake load sensing valve seized and abs not fitted or inoperative; nearside rear coil spring mounting insecure to the extent that relative movement is visible; nearside rear upper macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached, and 23 more.

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