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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 999 cc

Y889 JROMOT history

Y889 JRO is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 12 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 16 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 41,539 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2025.

Y889 JRO silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Dec 2026
Mileage
41,539 mi
At MOT on 2 Dec 2025
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,156 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y889 JRO
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
12 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y889 JRO was last recorded at 41,539 miles on 2 Dec 2025, 2,141 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
39,398 miles · 17 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,141 miles
Average per year
1,156 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 41,539 miles
  • 2024 – 39,398 miles
  • 2023 – 38,323 miles
  • 2022 – 38,117 miles
  • 2021 – 37,830 miles
  • 2020 – 37,480 miles
  • 2019 – 36,364 miles
  • 2018 – 35,058 miles
  • 2017 – 34,730 miles
  • 2016 – 34,408 miles
  • 2013 – 34,146 miles
  • 2012 – 31,550 miles
  • 2011 – 30,530 miles
  • 2010 – 28,558 miles
  • 2009 – 27,247 miles
  • 2008 – 24,613 miles
  • 2007 – 22,214 miles
  • 2006 – 18,877 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass41,539 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Suspension arms (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive Around the sump area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security suspension arm(s) both corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 25 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass41,539 miles (+2,141)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    41,539 miles
    Test number
    238036722421
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Suspension arms (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass39,398 miles (+11)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    39,398 miles
    Test number
    558913986554
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Around the sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security suspension arm(s) both corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Fail39,387 miles (+1,064)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,387 miles
    Test number
    487382273493
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working Wing mounted repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Around the sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security suspension arm(s) both corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Pass38,323 miles (+206)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    38,323 miles
    Test number
    817488959670
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Pass38,117 miles (+287)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    38,117 miles
    Test number
    396752820158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass37,830 miles (+350)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    37,830 miles
    Test number
    838717782344
    • AdvisoryFront suspension arms showing corrosion

  7. Pass37,480 miles (+1,116)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    37,480 miles
    Test number
    247656909303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass36,364 miles (+1,306)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    36,364 miles
    Test number
    134313652262
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass35,058 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2019
    Odometer
    35,058 miles
    Test number
    630310592362
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryAll underbody suspension components VERY rusty

  10. Fail35,057 miles (+327)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,057 miles
    Test number
    974246045386
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)
    • AdvisoryAll underbody suspension components VERY rusty

  11. Pass34,730 miles (+322)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    34,730 miles
    Test number
    240416228157
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryUnderbody correded

  12. Pass34,408 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2017
    Odometer
    34,408 miles
    Test number
    492828475791
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension components corroded

  13. Fail34,408 miles (+262)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,408 miles
    Test number
    576639654340
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension components corroded

  14. Pass34,146 miles (+2,596)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    34,146 miles
    Test number
    279447173125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass31,550 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    31,550 miles
    Test number
    776277412124
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Fail31,550 miles (+1,020)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,550 miles
    Test number
    135686612149
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass30,530 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    30,530 miles
    Test number
    266675301147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail30,494 miles (+1,936)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,494 miles
    Test number
    625624901151
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass28,558 miles (+1,311)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    28,558 miles
    Test number
    224902210116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass27,247 miles (+2,634)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    27,247 miles
    Test number
    594074019155
    • NoteRear tyres heavily perished

  21. Pass24,613 miles (+2,399)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    24,613 miles
    Test number
    144785018125
    • NoteBoth rear tyres very badly perished
    • NoteExhaust very rusty not blowing at this time

  22. Pass22,214 miles (+3,337)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    22,214 miles
    Test number
    664081717176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass18,877 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    18,877 miles
    Test number
    724385416190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y889 JRO

Does Y889 JRO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y889 JRO is valid until 16 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y889 JRO?
The MOT on Y889 JRO is valid until 16 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y889 JRO done?
Y889 JRO was recorded at 41,539 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2025, an average of 1,156 miles a year.
Has Y889 JRO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y889 JRO has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on Y889 JRO 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 Y889 JRO find?
Y889 JRO passed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2025 with 4 advisories: front vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security suspension arms; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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