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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 999 cc

Y892 GTCMOT history

Y892 GTC is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 2 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 29 Oct 2025 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 92,908 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Oct 2024.

Y892 GTC red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 29 Oct 2025
Mileage
92,908 mi
At MOT on 30 Oct 2024
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,926 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y892 GTC
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
2 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
30 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y892 GTC was last recorded at 92,908 miles on 30 Oct 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,908 miles · 28 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,926 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 92,908 miles
  • 2023 – 83,368 miles
  • 2022 – 76,709 miles
  • 2021 – 76,026 miles
  • 2019 – 75,252 miles
  • 2017 – 73,758 miles
  • 2016 – 59,350 miles
  • 2015 – 53,689 miles
  • 2014 – 48,504 miles
  • 2013 – 43,973 miles
  • 2012 – 40,952 miles
  • 2011 – 37,860 miles
  • 2010 – 31,587 miles
  • 2009 – 28,489 miles
  • 2008 – 25,875 miles
  • 2007 – 23,562 miles
  • 2006 – 20,872 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,908 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryMil light illuminatedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 26 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,908 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    92,908 miles
    Test number
    932440213477
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryMil light illuminated

  2. Fail92,908 miles (+9,540)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,908 miles
    Test number
    115947667587
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryMil light illuminated

  3. Pass83,368 miles (+6,659)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2024
    Odometer
    83,368 miles
    Test number
    591105963359
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass76,709 miles (+683)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2023
    Odometer
    76,709 miles
    Test number
    671922374319
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside and Nearside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  5. Pass76,026 miles (+774)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2022
    Odometer
    76,026 miles
    Test number
    910109145408
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Offside and Nearside (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Offside and Nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Offside and Nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Offside and Nearside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Offside and Nearside disc backplates corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded but not considered weakened

  6. Pass75,252 miles (+1,494)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    75,252 miles
    Test number
    445463141781
    • AdvisoryFront suspension arms slightly corroded.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass73,758 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    73,758 miles
    Test number
    201931861803

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail73,758 miles (+14,408)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,758 miles
    Test number
    273505075215
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  9. Pass59,350 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    59,350 miles
    Test number
    401838487607
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak

  10. Fail59,344 miles (+5,655)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,344 miles
    Test number
    830960545086
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak

  11. Pass53,689 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    53,689 miles
    Test number
    898285275101
    • NoteRear axle slightly corroded

  12. Fail53,689 miles (+5,185)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,689 miles
    Test number
    836654775117
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteRear axle slightly corroded

  13. Pass48,504 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    48,504 miles
    Test number
    276406674442
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  14. Fail48,504 miles (+4,531)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,504 miles
    Test number
    457174774161
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  15. Pass43,973 miles (+3,021)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    43,973 miles
    Test number
    175926273145
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  16. Pass40,952 miles (+3,092)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    40,952 miles
    Test number
    277313162145
    • 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. Pass37,860 miles (+6,273)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    37,860 miles
    Test number
    297731681431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass31,587 miles (+3,098)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    31,587 miles
    Test number
    483103670121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass28,489 miles (+2,614)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    28,489 miles
    Test number
    762132489176
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass25,875 miles (+2,313)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    25,875 miles
    Test number
    242772888147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass23,562 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    23,562 miles
    Test number
    292168977463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail23,562 miles (+2,690)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,562 miles
    Test number
    751628077164
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass20,872 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    20,872 miles
    Test number
    331627876151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y892 GTC

Does Y892 GTC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y892 GTC expired on 29 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y892 GTC?
The MOT on Y892 GTC expired on 29 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y892 GTC done?
Y892 GTC was recorded at 92,908 miles at its MOT on 30 Oct 2024, an average of 3,926 miles a year.
Has Y892 GTC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y892 GTC has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on Y892 GTC 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 Y892 GTC find?
Y892 GTC passed its latest MOT on 30 Oct 2024 with 2 advisories: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; mil light illuminated.

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