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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,198 cc

Y8 RTFMOT history

Y8 RTF is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 83,862 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2026.

Y8 RTF black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jul 2027
Mileage
83,862 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,672 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y8 RTF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
1 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y8 RTF was last recorded at 83,862 miles on 29 Jul 2026, 4,012 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,850 miles · 16 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
4,012 miles
Average per year
2,672 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,862 miles
  • 2025 – 79,850 miles
  • 2024 – 76,512 miles
  • 2023 – 73,569 miles
  • 2022 – 67,334 miles
  • 2021 – 65,623 miles
  • 2020 – 63,235 miles
  • 2019 – 60,718 miles
  • 2018 – 57,869 miles
  • 2017 – 55,173 miles
  • 2016 – 52,932 miles
  • 2015 – 50,819 miles
  • 2014 – 48,517 miles
  • 2013 – 45,910 miles
  • 2012 – 42,864 miles
  • 2011 – 40,738 miles
  • 2010 – 38,982 miles
  • 2009 – 38,714 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,862 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

24 tests since 5 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,862 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    83,862 miles
    Test number
    337414841380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail83,862 miles (+4,012)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,862 miles
    Test number
    933342523765
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass79,850 miles (+3,338)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    79,850 miles
    Test number
    883206916481
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust system in poor condition
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  4. Pass76,512 miles (+2,943)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    76,512 miles
    Test number
    142316763490
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront flexi in poor condition

  5. Pass73,569 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    73,569 miles
    Test number
    708620388934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail73,569 miles (+6,235)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,569 miles
    Test number
    515771022271
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass67,334 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    67,334 miles
    Test number
    750154454221
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  8. Fail67,334 miles (+1,711)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,334 miles
    Test number
    181801885590
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass65,623 miles (+2,388)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    65,623 miles
    Test number
    158231703013
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads getting low
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre perished in tread

  10. Pass63,235 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    63,235 miles
    Test number
    231589409472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail63,235 miles (+2,517)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,235 miles
    Test number
    981118551564
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  12. Pass60,718 miles (+2,849)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    60,718 miles
    Test number
    668520799260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass57,869 miles (+2,696)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    57,869 miles
    Test number
    890919562609
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn

  14. Pass55,173 miles (+2,241)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    55,173 miles
    Test number
    169974249467
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on edges

  15. Pass52,932 miles (+2,113)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    52,932 miles
    Test number
    308141690248
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass50,819 miles (+2,302)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    50,819 miles
    Test number
    219248765057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass48,517 miles (+42)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    48,517 miles
    Test number
    688157874017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail48,475 miles (+2,565)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,475 miles
    Test number
    499069064045
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass45,910 miles (+3,046)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    45,910 miles
    Test number
    967619553063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass42,864 miles (+2,126)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    42,864 miles
    Test number
    709875872025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass40,738 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    40,738 miles
    Test number
    339066361016
    • NoteFront wiper blades smeary
    • NoteNearside and offside front suspension arm rear bushes

  22. Fail40,738 miles (+1,756)2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,738 miles
    Test number
    749086961099
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteFront wiper blades smeary
    • NoteNearside and offside front suspension arm rear bushes

  23. Pass38,982 miles (+268)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    38,982 miles
    Test number
    854417360057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass38,714 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    38,714 miles
    Test number
    912858449255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y8 RTF

Does Y8 RTF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y8 RTF is valid until 28 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y8 RTF?
The MOT on Y8 RTF is valid until 28 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y8 RTF done?
Y8 RTF was recorded at 83,862 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2026, an average of 2,672 miles a year.
Has Y8 RTF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y8 RTF has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on Y8 RTF 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 RTF find?
Y8 RTF passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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