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Volkswagen Polo

Yellow · Diesel · 2001 · 1,422 cc

Y899 NDVMOT history

Y899 NDV is a yellow diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 12 Feb 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 183,362 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Feb 2025.

Y899 NDV yellow Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 12 Feb 2026
Mileage
183,362 mi
At MOT on 13 Feb 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,874 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y899 NDV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,422 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y899 NDV was last recorded at 183,362 miles on 13 Feb 2025, 34 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
183,328 miles · 20 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
34 miles
Average per year
7,874 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 183,362 miles
  • 2024 – 183,328 miles
  • 2023 – 177,770 miles
  • 2022 – 170,372 miles
  • 2021 – 163,029 miles
  • 2020 – 153,392 miles
  • 2019 – 140,800 miles
  • 2018 – 125,633 miles
  • 2017 – 110,664 miles
  • 2016 – 101,053 miles
  • 2015 – 99,759 miles
  • 2014 – 97,406 miles
  • 2013 – 92,050 miles
  • 2012 – 86,012 miles
  • 2011 – 76,325 miles
  • 2010 – 68,682 miles
  • 2009 – 60,978 miles
  • 2008 – 50,990 miles
  • 2007 – 42,947 miles
  • 2006 – 35,015 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass183,362 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n s r and o s r (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n s r and o s r front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n s r and o s r (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

28 tests since 13 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass183,362 miles (+34)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    183,362 miles
    Test number
    105847550030
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n s r and o s r (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n s r and o s r front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n s r and o s r (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail183,328 miles (+5,558)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,328 miles
    Test number
    149579375305
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner and outer sill also lower floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryN s remaining sill damaged

  3. Pass177,770 miles (+7,398)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    177,770 miles
    Test number
    437447060786
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass170,372 miles (+70)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2023
    Odometer
    170,372 miles
    Test number
    755158955598
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion

  5. Fail170,302 miles (+7,273)6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,302 miles
    Test number
    658849583354
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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 Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion

  6. Pass163,029 miles (+9,637)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    163,029 miles
    Test number
    248513681019
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower outer seat belt area slightly distorted
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers fitted

  7. Pass153,392 miles (+12,592)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    153,392 miles
    Test number
    980165706941
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside front outer lower seat belt area slightly distorted

  8. Pass140,800 miles (+15,167)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    140,800 miles
    Test number
    255016112711
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass125,633 miles (+14,969)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    125,633 miles
    Test number
    322413747063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass110,664 miles (+9,611)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    110,664 miles
    Test number
    492535783815
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  11. Pass101,053 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    101,053 miles
    Test number
    797315806671
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc backing plate missing
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing unevenly on inside edges

  12. Fail101,053 miles (+1,294)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,053 miles
    Test number
    452665304326
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded part of flexy hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc backing plate missing
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing unevenly on inside edges

  13. Pass99,759 miles (+2)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    99,759 miles
    Test number
    296817005105
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth N/S/R brake pipes corroded under plastic coating by flexy hose
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing unevenly on inside edges

  14. Fail99,757 miles (+2,351)10 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,757 miles
    Test number
    638656505141
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteAll 4 rear brake pipes corroded under plastic coating by flexy hose joints
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing unevenly on inside edges

  15. Pass97,406 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    97,406 miles
    Test number
    659005104112
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  16. Fail97,406 miles (+5,356)5 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,406 miles
    Test number
    238914904176
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass92,050 miles (+6,038)12 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    92,050 miles
    Test number
    966072783048
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail86,012 miles1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,012 miles
    Test number
    615692702109
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass86,012 miles (+9,687)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    86,012 miles
    Test number
    649622402113
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass76,325 miles (+7,643)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    76,325 miles
    Test number
    129795691090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass68,682 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    68,682 miles
    Test number
    970189490025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail68,682 miles (+7,704)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,682 miles
    Test number
    481529990074
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)

  23. Pass60,978 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    60,978 miles
    Test number
    423779099099
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Fail60,978 miles (+9,988)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,978 miles
    Test number
    774919799062
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Pass50,990 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    50,990 miles
    Test number
    271399398009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail50,990 miles (+8,043)4 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,990 miles
    Test number
    222368298008
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

  27. Pass42,947 miles (+7,932)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    42,947 miles
    Test number
    254047307437
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  28. Pass35,015 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    35,015 miles
    Test number
    430573306184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y899 NDV

Does Y899 NDV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y899 NDV expired on 12 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y899 NDV?
The MOT on Y899 NDV expired on 12 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y899 NDV done?
Y899 NDV was recorded at 183,362 miles at its MOT on 13 Feb 2025, an average of 7,874 miles a year.
Has Y899 NDV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y899 NDV has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on Y899 NDV 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 NDV find?
Y899 NDV passed its latest MOT on 13 Feb 2025 with 7 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n s r and o s r; exhaust noisy; front brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 4 more.

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