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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y894 LJRMOT history

Y894 LJR is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 21 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 18 Dec 2022 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 157,985 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2021.

Y894 LJR silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 18 Dec 2022
Mileage
157,985 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2021
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,946 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y894 LJR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
21 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y894 LJR was last recorded at 157,985 miles on 12 Dec 2021, 11,939 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,046 miles · 14 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
11,939 miles
Average per year
8,946 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 157,985 miles
  • 2020 – 146,046 miles
  • 2019 – 139,150 miles
  • 2018 – 126,708 miles
  • 2017 – 109,712 miles
  • 2016 – 89,984 miles
  • 2015 – 69,921 miles
  • 2014 – 57,574 miles
  • 2013 – 49,945 miles
  • 2012 – 38,358 miles
  • 2011 – 29,043 miles
  • 2010 – 21,164 miles
  • 2009 – 16,025 miles
  • 2008 – 15,971 miles
  • 2007 – 14,288 miles
  • 2006 – 12,363 miles
  • 2005 – 10,485 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,985 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

Full MOT history

21 tests since 17 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,985 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    157,985 miles
    Test number
    556891034476
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail157,985 miles (+11,939)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,985 miles
    Test number
    828776939140
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass146,046 miles (+6,896)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    146,046 miles
    Test number
    639125503013
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are starting to misshape
    • AdvisoryEngine management warning light is illuminated
    • AdvisoryHead light lenses are in poor condition

  4. Pass139,150 miles (+12,442)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    139,150 miles
    Test number
    703632087152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass126,708 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    126,708 miles
    Test number
    530446826109
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail126,707 miles (+16,995)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,707 miles
    Test number
    978745585608
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass109,712 miles (+19,728)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    109,712 miles
    Test number
    213412024201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass89,984 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    89,984 miles
    Test number
    982982324566
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  9. Fail89,984 miles (+20,063)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,984 miles
    Test number
    433235543992
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass69,921 miles (+12,347)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    69,921 miles
    Test number
    275836455151
    • NoteExhaust in poor condition

  11. Pass57,574 miles (+7,629)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    57,574 miles
    Test number
    159952964190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass49,945 miles (+11,587)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    49,945 miles
    Test number
    296486053401
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust system heavily corroded

  13. Pass38,358 miles (+9,315)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    38,358 miles
    Test number
    835781862149
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteEngine managment lamp on

  14. Pass29,043 miles (+7,879)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    29,043 miles
    Test number
    627798361151
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • NoteEngine mil light on...

  15. Pass21,164 miles (+5,139)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    21,164 miles
    Test number
    254570760187
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  16. Pass16,025 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    16,025 miles
    Test number
    200309669168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail16,024 miles (+53)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,024 miles
    Test number
    750796769170
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass15,971 miles (+1,683)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    15,971 miles
    Test number
    284276368136
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  19. Pass14,288 miles (+1,925)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    14,288 miles
    Test number
    124070467166
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Pass12,363 miles (+1,878)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    12,363 miles
    Test number
    441496266107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass10,485 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    10,485 miles
    Test number
    443158465143
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about Y894 LJR

Does Y894 LJR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y894 LJR expired on 18 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y894 LJR?
The MOT on Y894 LJR expired on 18 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y894 LJR done?
Y894 LJR was recorded at 157,985 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2021, an average of 8,946 miles a year.
Has Y894 LJR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y894 LJR has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on Y894 LJR 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 Y894 LJR find?
Y894 LJR passed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2021 with 5 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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