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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,199 cc

Y8 NVEMOT history

Y8 NVE is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 22 May 2012. Its MOT is valid until 22 Nov 2026 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 133,095 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Nov 2025.

Y8 NVE black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Nov 2026
Mileage
133,095 mi
At MOT on 13 Nov 2025
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,271 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y8 NVE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
22 May 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y8 NVE was last recorded at 133,095 miles on 13 Nov 2025, 7,765 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,330 miles · 18 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
7,765 miles
Average per year
9,271 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 133,095 miles
  • 2024 – 125,330 miles
  • 2023 – 118,963 miles
  • 2022 – 109,385 miles
  • 2021 – 96,448 miles
  • 2020 – 86,742 miles
  • 2019 – 70,065 miles
  • 2018 – 56,235 miles
  • 2017 – 46,805 miles
  • 2016 – 40,882 miles
  • 2015 – 35,324 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,095 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front brake discs worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

16 tests since 28 Apr 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,095 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    133,095 miles
    Test number
    548674686493
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail133,095 miles (+7,765)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,095 miles
    Test number
    441183379262
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass125,330 miles (+6,367)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    125,330 miles
    Test number
    880624754211
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
  4. Pass118,963 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    118,963 miles
    Test number
    704981214569

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail118,963 miles (+9,578)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,963 miles
    Test number
    809949501779
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  6. Pass109,385 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    109,385 miles
    Test number
    984054274511

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail109,385 miles (+12,937)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,385 miles
    Test number
    405146895822
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass96,448 miles (+9,706)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    96,448 miles
    Test number
    873487475586
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres starting to perish
  9. Pass86,742 miles (+16,677)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    86,742 miles
    Test number
    728830566519
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  10. Pass70,065 miles (+13,830)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    70,065 miles
    Test number
    397210888127
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  11. Pass56,235 miles (+9,430)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    56,235 miles
    Test number
    536594040756
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn
  12. Pass46,805 miles (+5,923)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    46,805 miles
    Test number
    409114824577
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn
  13. Pass40,882 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    40,882 miles
    Test number
    774752334325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail40,882 miles (+5,558)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,882 miles
    Test number
    610979836689
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
  15. Fail35,324 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,324 miles
    Test number
    838548015158
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  16. Pass35,324 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2016
    Odometer
    35,324 miles
    Test number
    859398215189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y8 NVE

Does Y8 NVE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y8 NVE is valid until 22 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y8 NVE?
The MOT on Y8 NVE is valid until 22 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y8 NVE done?
Y8 NVE was recorded at 133,095 miles at its MOT on 13 Nov 2025, an average of 9,271 miles a year.
Has Y8 NVE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y8 NVE has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on Y8 NVE 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 NVE find?
Y8 NVE passed its latest MOT on 13 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front macpherson strut ball joint has slight play; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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