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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y905 RVMMOT history

Y905 RVM is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 25 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 27 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 97,820 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2025.

Y905 RVM grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 27 Oct 2026
Mileage
97,820 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,847 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y905 RVM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
25 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y905 RVM was last recorded at 97,820 miles on 28 Oct 2025, 214 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,606 miles · 22 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
214 miles
Average per year
3,847 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 97,820 miles
  • 2024 – 89,099 miles
  • 2023 – 79,169 miles
  • 2022 – 68,714 miles
  • 2021 – 67,231 miles
  • 2020 – 65,847 miles
  • 2019 – 63,018 miles
  • 2018 – 60,091 miles
  • 2017 – 56,590 miles
  • 2016 – 53,343 miles
  • 2015 – 50,818 miles
  • 2014 – 48,248 miles
  • 2013 – 45,311 miles
  • 2012 – 42,362 miles
  • 2011 – 39,988 miles
  • 2010 – 36,802 miles
  • 2009 – 33,887 miles
  • 2008 – 30,798 miles
  • 2007 – 26,673 miles
  • 2006 – 22,686 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,820 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside & offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive oil level was also low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 18 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,820 miles (+214)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    97,820 miles
    Test number
    880011505972
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside & offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail97,606 miles (+8,507)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,606 miles
    Test number
    683231254220
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside & offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass89,099 miles (+32)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    89,099 miles
    Test number
    287488694361
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive oil level was also low (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both front (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail89,067 miles (+9,898)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,067 miles
    Test number
    468811656069
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive oil level was also low (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both front (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass79,169 miles (+10,455)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    79,169 miles
    Test number
    349132512716
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass68,714 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    68,714 miles
    Test number
    160720065188
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both front & rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySigns of engine oil leak

  7. Fail68,714 miles (+1,483)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,714 miles
    Test number
    228315612451
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both front & rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySigns of engine oil leak

  8. Pass67,231 miles (+1,384)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    67,231 miles
    Test number
    505447655825
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread depth getting low 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisorySigns of engine slightly oil leak

  9. Pass65,847 miles (+2,829)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    65,847 miles
    Test number
    951566506207
    • AdvisoryEmission levels getting high.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryService light illuminated.
    • AdvisorySump gasket leaking oil.

  10. Pass63,018 miles1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    63,018 miles
    Test number
    182199271022
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake cable damaged but not to excess Outer cable splitting (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Fail63,018 miles (+2,927)3 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,018 miles
    Test number
    360281517502
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively and split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively and split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake cable damaged but not to excess Outer cable splitting (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Pass60,091 miles (+3,501)15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    60,091 miles
    Test number
    819132086149
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on the outer edges
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smearing slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded, requires immediate further inspection!
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes require further inspection!
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Pass56,590 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    56,590 miles
    Test number
    164264052763
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre is wearing unevenly
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both sides (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing Both sides (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded Both sides (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Fail56,590 miles (+3,247)1 failure12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,590 miles
    Test number
    403318150041
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre is wearing unevenly
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both sides (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing Both sides (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded Both sides (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Pass53,343 miles (+2,525)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    53,343 miles
    Test number
    446404468640
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust tail pipe corroded

  16. Pass50,818 miles (+2,570)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    50,818 miles
    Test number
    478945905115
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  17. Pass48,248 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    48,248 miles
    Test number
    845121804120
    • NoteFog light displayed on dash with indicators and main beam

  18. Fail48,246 miles (+2,935)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,246 miles
    Test number
    739271504141
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteFog light displayed on dash with indicators and main beam

  19. Pass45,311 miles (+2,949)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    45,311 miles
    Test number
    437439693060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass42,362 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    42,362 miles
    Test number
    856019572007
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteKnocking noise from gearbox area when engine idling. Noise goes when cluch pedal pressed, also clutch stiff in operation.(indicating bearing clutch fault)

  21. Fail42,362 miles (+2,374)1 failure5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,362 miles
    Test number
    305089672004
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteKnocking noise from gearbox area when engine idling. Noise goes when cluch pedal pressed, also clutch stiff in operation.(indicating bearing clutch fault)

  22. Pass39,988 miles (+3,186)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    39,988 miles
    Test number
    196397071476
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre sidewall cracking
    • NoteOffside rear tyre sidewall cracking
    • NoteRear brake application slightly uneven
    • NoteRear wiper blade split

  23. Pass36,802 miles (+2,915)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    36,802 miles
    Test number
    853685200148
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre tread worn on inner edge

  24. Pass33,887 miles (+3,089)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    33,887 miles
    Test number
    141395609127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass30,798 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    30,798 miles
    Test number
    130037008181
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  26. Fail30,798 miles (+4,125)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,798 miles
    Test number
    984117208194
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass26,673 miles (+3,987)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    26,673 miles
    Test number
    360006207116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass22,686 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    22,686 miles
    Test number
    984758606166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y905 RVM

Does Y905 RVM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y905 RVM expired on 27 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y905 RVM?
The MOT on Y905 RVM expired on 27 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y905 RVM done?
Y905 RVM was recorded at 97,820 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2025, an average of 3,847 miles a year.
Has Y905 RVM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y905 RVM has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on Y905 RVM 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 Y905 RVM find?
Y905 RVM passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2025 with 5 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside & offside; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

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