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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 999 cc

Y891 OLBMOT history

Y891 OLB is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 6 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 22 Mar 2027 and it has passed 22 of 28 MOT tests, with 65,664 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Feb 2026.

Y891 OLB silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Mar 2027
Mileage
65,664 mi
At MOT on 25 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
22 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,982 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y891 OLB
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
6 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y891 OLB was last recorded at 65,664 miles on 25 Feb 2026, 713 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
64,951 miles · 5 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
713 miles
Average per year
1,982 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 65,664 miles
  • 2025 – 64,951 miles
  • 2024 – 64,065 miles
  • 2023 – 62,939 miles
  • 2022 – 61,682 miles
  • 2021 – 60,163 miles
  • 2020 – 58,463 miles
  • 2019 – 56,575 miles
  • 2018 – 55,522 miles
  • 2017 – 53,640 miles
  • 2016 – 51,687 miles
  • 2015 – 50,126 miles
  • 2014 – 48,091 miles
  • 2013 – 46,696 miles
  • 2012 – 44,733 miles
  • 2011 – 42,753 miles
  • 2010 – 40,035 miles
  • 2009 – 37,735 miles
  • 2008 – 35,669 miles
  • 2007 – 33,883 miles
  • 2006 – 25,999 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,664 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • 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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryClutch biting point high
  • AdvisoryMil on dash
  • AdvisoryOil dampness around bottom of engine no leaks at time of test
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust system heavily corroded center exhaust system corroded

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 system corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 20 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,664 miles (+713)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    65,664 miles
    Test number
    890142199140
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryClutch biting point high
    • AdvisoryMil on dash
    • AdvisoryOil dampness around bottom of engine no leaks at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust system heavily corroded center exhaust system corroded

  2. Pass64,951 miles (+886)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    64,951 miles
    Test number
    976221801167
    • AdvisoryN/s door mirror glass slightly damaged can still see view to rear
    • AdvisoryOil dampness around front of engine level ok
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust system corroded around back box and centre pipe

  3. Pass64,065 miles (+1,126)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    64,065 miles
    Test number
    645163259591
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust system corroded
    • AdvisorySlight gearbox oil stain age around bottom of transmission

  4. Pass62,939 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    62,939 miles
    Test number
    248189304430
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail62,939 miles (+1,257)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,939 miles
    Test number
    267674536945
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass61,682 miles (+1,519)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    61,682 miles
    Test number
    167700294165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass60,163 miles (+1,700)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    60,163 miles
    Test number
    210535176800
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust system corroded

  8. Pass58,463 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    58,463 miles
    Test number
    383517327807
    • AdvisoryOil dampness around bottom of gearbox
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust system corroded

  9. Fail58,463 miles (+1,888)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,463 miles
    Test number
    730483094121
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil dampness around bottom of gearbox
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust system corroded

  10. Pass56,575 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    56,575 miles
    Test number
    552420073224
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded backbox

  11. Fail56,575 miles (+1,053)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,575 miles
    Test number
    663547502105
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded backbox

  12. Pass55,522 miles (+1,882)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    55,522 miles
    Test number
    676584433967
    • AdvisoryEngine has oil leaks
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box corroded on outer casing
    • AdvisoryO/s/f headlamp deteriorating

  13. Pass53,640 miles (+1,953)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    53,640 miles
    Test number
    530824075893
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box outer casing corroded

  14. Pass51,687 miles (+1,561)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    51,687 miles
    Test number
    412615874778

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass50,126 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    50,126 miles
    Test number
    128988455402
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  16. Fail50,126 miles (+2,035)2 failures2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,126 miles
    Test number
    996798255075
    • 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)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  17. Pass48,091 miles (+1,395)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    48,091 miles
    Test number
    495076254026
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBoth front headlamps slightly deteriorated
    • NoteEngine has bad oil leaks

  18. Pass46,696 miles (+1,963)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    46,696 miles
    Test number
    138023363461
    • NoteBoth front wishbone rear bushes are slightly split

  19. Pass44,733 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    44,733 miles
    Test number
    337009652076
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front wishbone rear bushes are split
    • NoteGearbox oil leak

  20. Fail44,733 miles (+1,980)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,733 miles
    Test number
    867169852037
    • FailureFront registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)
    • FailureRear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front wishbone rear bushes are split
    • NoteGearbox oil leak

  21. Pass42,753 miles (+2,718)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    42,753 miles
    Test number
    459302381085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass40,035 miles (+2,300)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    40,035 miles
    Test number
    103231680424
    • NoteGearbox and engine has oil leaks.

  23. Pass37,735 miles (+2,066)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    37,735 miles
    Test number
    561742969036
    • NoteRear brakes noisey.
    • NoteSlight dampness around gearbox.

  24. Pass35,669 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    35,669 miles
    Test number
    314939058073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail35,669 miles (+1,786)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,669 miles
    Test number
    671459258061
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteN/s washer jet partially blocked.
    • NoteSlight oil leak from g/box.

  26. Pass33,883 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    33,883 miles
    Test number
    172099267089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass33,848 miles (+7,849)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    33,848 miles
    Test number
    541480557023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass25,999 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    25,999 miles
    Test number
    173851256477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y891 OLB

Does Y891 OLB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y891 OLB is valid until 22 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y891 OLB?
The MOT on Y891 OLB is valid until 22 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y891 OLB done?
Y891 OLB was recorded at 65,664 miles at its MOT on 25 Feb 2026, an average of 1,982 miles a year.
Has Y891 OLB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y891 OLB has failed 6 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on Y891 OLB 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 Y891 OLB find?
Y891 OLB passed its latest MOT on 25 Feb 2026 with 7 advisories: central rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 4 more.

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