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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y893 SBYMOT history

Y893 SBY is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 2 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 19 Nov 2024 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 40,419 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Nov 2023.

Y893 SBY red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 Nov 2024
Mileage
40,419 mi
At MOT on 20 Nov 2023
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,627 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y893 SBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
2 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
20 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y893 SBY was last recorded at 40,419 miles on 20 Nov 2023, 394 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
40,025 miles · 5 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
394 miles
Average per year
1,627 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 40,419 miles
  • 2022 – 40,025 miles
  • 2018 – 39,997 miles
  • 2017 – 36,438 miles
  • 2016 – 34,012 miles
  • 2015 – 31,082 miles
  • 2014 – 27,784 miles
  • 2013 – 27,753 miles
  • 2012 – 27,119 miles
  • 2011 – 25,622 miles
  • 2010 – 23,755 miles
  • 2009 – 21,642 miles
  • 2008 – 18,346 miles
  • 2007 – 15,088 miles
  • 2006 – 11,531 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass40,419 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2013

Full MOT history

20 tests since 15 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass40,419 miles (+394)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    40,419 miles
    Test number
    466531050653
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass40,025 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    40,025 miles
    Test number
    329375037650
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail40,013 miles (+16)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,013 miles
    Test number
    656298651907
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases center join (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively n/s & o/s (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front & rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass39,997 miles (+3,559)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    39,997 miles
    Test number
    675589973243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass36,438 miles (+2,426)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    36,438 miles
    Test number
    276342648141
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  6. Pass34,012 miles (+2,930)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    34,012 miles
    Test number
    562963491520

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass31,082 miles (+3,298)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    31,082 miles
    Test number
    349009745081
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  8. Pass27,784 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    27,784 miles
    Test number
    545052644036
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  9. Fail27,783 miles (+30)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,783 miles
    Test number
    266734934064
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.4c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  10. Pass27,753 miles (+634)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    27,753 miles
    Test number
    166876043096
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  11. Pass27,119 miles (+1,497)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    27,119 miles
    Test number
    398126142048
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass25,622 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    25,622 miles
    Test number
    469837841035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail25,618 miles (+1,863)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,618 miles
    Test number
    539876441052
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass23,755 miles (+2,113)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    23,755 miles
    Test number
    461932440030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail21,642 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,642 miles
    Test number
    533643449090
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  16. Pass21,642 miles (+3,296)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    21,642 miles
    Test number
    691413449061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass18,346 miles (+3,258)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    18,346 miles
    Test number
    831245248072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass15,088 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    15,088 miles
    Test number
    573506247016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail15,088 miles (+3,557)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,088 miles
    Test number
    421516247060
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass11,531 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    11,531 miles
    Test number
    193256646426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y893 SBY

Does Y893 SBY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y893 SBY expired on 19 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y893 SBY?
The MOT on Y893 SBY expired on 19 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y893 SBY done?
Y893 SBY was recorded at 40,419 miles at its MOT on 20 Nov 2023, an average of 1,627 miles a year.
Has Y893 SBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y893 SBY has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on Y893 SBY 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 Y893 SBY find?
Y893 SBY passed its latest MOT on 20 Nov 2023 with 5 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked; front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside, and 2 more.

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