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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y893 UKEMOT history

Y893 UKE is a blue diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Dec 2001. Its MOT expired on 8 Oct 2022 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 188,498 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Oct 2022.

Y893 UKE blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 8 Oct 2022
Mileage
188,498 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2022
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,612 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y893 UKE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
31 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y893 UKE was last recorded at 188,498 miles on 5 Oct 2022, 5,645 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,853 miles · 9 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
5,645 miles
Average per year
8,612 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 188,498 miles
  • 2021 – 182,853 miles
  • 2020 – 170,243 miles
  • 2019 – 165,130 miles
  • 2017 – 160,371 miles
  • 2016 – 155,220 miles
  • 2015 – 150,078 miles
  • 2014 – 137,052 miles
  • 2013 – 121,893 miles
  • 2012 – 113,639 miles
  • 2011 – 105,653 miles
  • 2010 – 97,525 miles
  • 2009 – 89,180 miles
  • 2008 – 79,152 miles
  • 2007 – 67,337 miles
  • 2006 – 56,253 miles
  • 2005 – 42,075 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail188,498 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Inner rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Inner rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Oil fouling

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2016

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 4 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail188,498 miles (+5,645)18 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,498 miles
    Test number
    516564758492
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Inner rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Inner rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass182,853 miles (+12,610)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    182,853 miles
    Test number
    250969178164
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass170,243 miles (+5,113)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    170,243 miles
    Test number
    872102372873
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass165,130 miles (+4,759)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    165,130 miles
    Test number
    920681569853

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass160,371 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    160,371 miles
    Test number
    417454224540
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil fouling
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly both (3.7.B.6b)

  6. Fail160,371 miles (+5,151)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,371 miles
    Test number
    637873710855
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil fouling
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly both (3.7.B.6b)

  7. Pass155,220 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    155,220 miles
    Test number
    490777722029
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil fouling

  8. Fail155,219 miles (+5,141)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,219 miles
    Test number
    647775649553
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil fouling

  9. Pass150,078 miles (+309)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    150,078 miles
    Test number
    211779071854
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil fouling

  10. Fail149,769 miles (+12,717)6 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,769 miles
    Test number
    288610529568
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement both side's (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureHeadlamp not working on dipped beam both side's (1.7.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil fouling

  11. Pass137,052 miles (+1,282)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    137,052 miles
    Test number
    346068394450
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Fail135,770 miles (+13,877)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,770 miles
    Test number
    329221594456
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres fitted to all steerable axle are not of the same structure (4.1.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

  13. Pass121,893 miles (+8,254)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    121,893 miles
    Test number
    758915493250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass113,639 miles (+7,986)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    113,639 miles
    Test number
    686062082260
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass105,653 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    105,653 miles
    Test number
    127831271277
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  16. Fail105,648 miles (+8,123)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,648 miles
    Test number
    889331771234
    • DangerousNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • NoteAirflow sensor and vacum pipe diconected
    • NoteFront discs are worn

  17. Pass97,525 miles (+8,345)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    97,525 miles
    Test number
    500956060269
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil level low

  18. Pass89,180 miles (+63)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    89,180 miles
    Test number
    624913989256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail89,117 miles (+9,965)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,117 miles
    Test number
    201880289206
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass79,152 miles (+11,815)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    79,152 miles
    Test number
    593184188232
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass67,337 miles (+11,084)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    67,337 miles
    Test number
    144633487297
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass56,253 miles (+14,178)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    56,253 miles
    Test number
    502386576288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass42,075 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    42,075 miles
    Test number
    231837375223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y893 UKE

Does Y893 UKE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y893 UKE expired on 8 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y893 UKE?
The MOT on Y893 UKE expired on 8 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y893 UKE done?
Y893 UKE was recorded at 188,498 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2022, an average of 8,612 miles a year.
Has Y893 UKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y893 UKE has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on Y893 UKE 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 UKE find?
Y893 UKE failed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2022 with 18 major defects: nearside front anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn; nearside front integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill; nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 15 more.

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