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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2012 · 1,198 cc

Y8 OMLMOT history

Y8 OML is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 13 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 11 May 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 84,335 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2026.

Y8 OML grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 May 2027
Mileage
84,335 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,257 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y8 OML
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
13 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 May 2027
Latest MOT test
7 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y8 OML was last recorded at 84,335 miles on 7 May 2026, 10,445 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,890 miles · 24 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
10,445 miles
Average per year
5,257 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,335 miles
  • 2025 – 73,890 miles
  • 2024 – 72,643 miles
  • 2023 – 67,085 miles
  • 2022 – 60,910 miles
  • 2021 – 55,640 miles
  • 2020 – 52,952 miles
  • 2019 – 47,516 miles
  • 2018 – 43,687 miles
  • 2017 – 38,957 miles
  • 2016 – 36,384 miles
  • 2015 – 27,099 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,335 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both (5.2.3 (d) (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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Central Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear exhaust corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 17 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,335 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2027
    Odometer
    84,335 miles
    Test number
    827747340693
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  2. Fail84,335 miles (+10,445)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,335 miles
    Test number
    497747740034
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  3. Pass73,890 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2026
    Odometer
    73,890 miles
    Test number
    768860460944
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail73,890 miles (+1,247)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,890 miles
    Test number
    554666527196
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass72,643 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2025
    Odometer
    72,643 miles
    Test number
    763950326542
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail72,642 miles (+5,557)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,642 miles
    Test number
    671567570855
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass67,085 miles (+6,175)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2024
    Odometer
    67,085 miles
    Test number
    317210968962
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  8. Pass60,910 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2023
    Odometer
    60,910 miles
    Test number
    503275075613
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  9. Fail60,910 miles (+5,270)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,910 miles
    Test number
    514067457454
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment side play of lever (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryPark brake travel high
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  10. Pass55,640 miles (+2,688)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2022
    Odometer
    55,640 miles
    Test number
    919897960453
    • 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))

  11. Pass52,952 miles (+5,436)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    52,952 miles
    Test number
    630811528897
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear lower arm bush delaminating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear lower arm bush delaminating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge strong advise inner edge bald (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass47,516 miles (+3,829)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    47,516 miles
    Test number
    302138280423
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass43,687 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    43,687 miles
    Test number
    741489535857

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail43,687 miles (+4,730)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,687 miles
    Test number
    712210611580
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  15. Pass38,957 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    38,957 miles
    Test number
    415105109998

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail38,957 miles (+2,573)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,957 miles
    Test number
    762534468131
    • FailureCentral Parking brake lever insecure (3.1.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass36,384 miles (+9,285)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    36,384 miles
    Test number
    697777841831

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass27,099 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    27,099 miles
    Test number
    488808765158
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about Y8 OML

Does Y8 OML currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y8 OML is valid until 11 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y8 OML?
The MOT on Y8 OML is valid until 11 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y8 OML done?
Y8 OML was recorded at 84,335 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2026, an average of 5,257 miles a year.
Has Y8 OML ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y8 OML has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2026.
Has the mileage on Y8 OML 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 OML find?
Y8 OML passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2026 with 2 advisories: front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both lower arm rear bushes; rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both.

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