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Volkswagen Polo

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y899 DRUMOT history

Y899 DRU is a green petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 12 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 16 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 88,486 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2025.

Y899 DRU green Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 16 Oct 2026
Mileage
88,486 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,490 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y899 DRU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
12 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y899 DRU was last recorded at 88,486 miles on 17 Oct 2025, 158 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,328 miles · 10 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
158 miles
Average per year
3,490 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 88,486 miles
  • 2023 – 88,328 miles
  • 2022 – 86,017 miles
  • 2021 – 82,316 miles
  • 2020 – 77,666 miles
  • 2019 – 70,488 miles
  • 2018 – 65,675 miles
  • 2017 – 60,827 miles
  • 2016 – 56,479 miles
  • 2015 – 48,577 miles
  • 2014 – 41,731 miles
  • 2013 – 37,290 miles
  • 2012 – 36,702 miles
  • 2011 – 35,034 miles
  • 2010 – 32,729 miles
  • 2009 – 30,062 miles
  • 2008 – 27,250 miles
  • 2007 – 24,397 miles
  • 2006 – 20,974 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,486 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 14 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,486 miles (+158)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    88,486 miles
    Test number
    655304677690

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass88,328 miles (+2,311)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    88,328 miles
    Test number
    125329022585

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass86,017 miles (+146)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    86,017 miles
    Test number
    172868252162
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil Both front (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil Both rear (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail85,871 miles (+3,555)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,871 miles
    Test number
    980939512633
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSuspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil Both front (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil Both rear (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass82,316 miles (+4,650)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    82,316 miles
    Test number
    303288070458
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both front (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both rear (5.3.2 (d))

  6. Pass77,666 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    77,666 miles
    Test number
    237277252146
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both front (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both rear (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Fail77,666 miles (+7,178)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,666 miles
    Test number
    120657635104
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorShock absorbers has a serious fluid leak Both front (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both rear (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass70,488 miles (+4,813)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    70,488 miles
    Test number
    394083680944
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass65,675 miles (+4,848)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    65,675 miles
    Test number
    982018836432
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both front (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass60,827 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    60,827 miles
    Test number
    245918498701
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryTyres have minor cuts on outer-side walls

  11. Fail60,827 miles (+4,348)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,827 miles
    Test number
    313213878954
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryTyres have minor cuts on outer-side walls

  12. Pass56,479 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    56,479 miles
    Test number
    169140721252
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTyres have several minor cuts on the outer wall

  13. Fail56,479 miles (+7,902)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,479 miles
    Test number
    488490067648
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTyres have several minor cuts on the outer wall

  14. Fail48,577 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,577 miles
    Test number
    137037655137
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass48,577 miles (+6,846)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    48,577 miles
    Test number
    896987055126
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Fail41,731 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,731 miles
    Test number
    488649664162
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass41,731 miles (+4,441)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    41,731 miles
    Test number
    679699564162
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass37,290 miles (+5)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    37,290 miles
    Test number
    278340353429
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside front lower arm rubber bush starting to split
    • NoteNoise from pas pump area
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Fail37,285 miles (+583)3 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,285 miles
    Test number
    266719743498
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside front lower arm rubber bush starting to split
    • NoteNoise from pas pump area
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass36,702 miles (+1,668)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    36,702 miles
    Test number
    648855662110
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront brake pads 80% worn
    • NoteOffside rear brake pads worn low

  21. Pass35,034 miles (+2,305)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    35,034 miles
    Test number
    365374961196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass32,729 miles (+2,667)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    32,729 miles
    Test number
    292248260135
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)

  23. Pass30,062 miles (+2,812)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    30,062 miles
    Test number
    590541669180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass27,250 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    27,250 miles
    Test number
    964463868145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail27,250 miles (+2,853)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,250 miles
    Test number
    123003968147
    • FailureBrake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  26. Pass24,397 miles (+3,423)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    24,397 miles
    Test number
    231004367101
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer-outer caseing corroded

  27. Pass20,974 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    20,974 miles
    Test number
    274545866179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail20,972 miles3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,972 miles
    Test number
    374785866143
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about Y899 DRU

Does Y899 DRU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y899 DRU expired on 16 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y899 DRU?
The MOT on Y899 DRU expired on 16 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y899 DRU done?
Y899 DRU was recorded at 88,486 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2025, an average of 3,490 miles a year.
Has Y899 DRU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y899 DRU has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on Y899 DRU 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 Y899 DRU find?
Y899 DRU passed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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