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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,390 cc

Y8 HPWMOT history

Y8 HPW is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 25 Feb 2011. Its MOT is valid until 7 Apr 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 85,237 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2026.

Y8 HPW black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Apr 2027
Mileage
85,237 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,539 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y8 HPW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
25 Feb 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y8 HPW was last recorded at 85,237 miles on 8 Apr 2026, 12,464 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,773 miles · 21 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
12,464 miles
Average per year
6,539 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,237 miles
  • 2025 – 72,773 miles
  • 2024 – 63,637 miles
  • 2023 – 53,657 miles
  • 2022 – 40,057 miles
  • 2021 – 29,955 miles
  • 2020 – 27,899 miles
  • 2019 – 24,092 miles
  • 2018 – 19,318 miles
  • 2017 – 13,348 miles
  • 2016 – 9,746 miles
  • 2015 – 7,732 miles
  • 2014 – 5,764 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,237 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 11 Feb 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,237 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    85,237 miles
    Test number
    673848417211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail85,237 miles (+12,464)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,237 miles
    Test number
    912305581626
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass72,773 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    72,773 miles
    Test number
    580420518087
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both (5.3.2 (d))

  4. Fail72,773 miles (+9,136)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,773 miles
    Test number
    188644951495
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both (5.3.2 (d))

  5. Pass63,637 miles (+9,980)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    63,637 miles
    Test number
    626959970915

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass53,657 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    53,657 miles
    Test number
    999178887035
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail53,657 miles (+13,600)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,657 miles
    Test number
    568868042506
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass40,057 miles (+187)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    40,057 miles
    Test number
    907287989005
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryA/c system leaking
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust outer case corroded

  9. Fail39,870 miles (+9,915)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,870 miles
    Test number
    170712649494
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass29,955 miles (+2,056)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    29,955 miles
    Test number
    660416339217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass27,899 miles (+3,807)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    27,899 miles
    Test number
    683006647958
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass24,092 miles (+4,774)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    24,092 miles
    Test number
    752497622769

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass19,318 miles (+5,970)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    19,318 miles
    Test number
    866747272517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass13,348 miles (+3,602)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    13,348 miles
    Test number
    203782473532

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass9,746 miles (+2,014)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    9,746 miles
    Test number
    833803985207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass7,732 miles (+1,968)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    7,732 miles
    Test number
    107211955487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass5,764 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    5,764 miles
    Test number
    178752944467
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

Questions about Y8 HPW

Does Y8 HPW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y8 HPW is valid until 7 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y8 HPW?
The MOT on Y8 HPW is valid until 7 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y8 HPW done?
Y8 HPW was recorded at 85,237 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2026, an average of 6,539 miles a year.
Has Y8 HPW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y8 HPW has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on Y8 HPW 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 Y8 HPW find?
Y8 HPW passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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