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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 1990 · 1,043 cc

G397 YNKMOT history

G397 YNK is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Jun 1990. Its MOT is valid until 13 Apr 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 116,844 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Apr 2027
Mileage
116,844 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,661 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
G397 YNK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,043 cc
Year of manufacture
1990
First used
1 Jun 1990
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

G397 YNK was last recorded at 116,844 miles on 14 Apr 2026, 1,405 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,439 miles · 10 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,405 miles
Average per year
2,661 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,844 miles
  • 2025 – 115,439 miles
  • 2024 – 113,706 miles
  • 2023 – 113,078 miles
  • 2021 – 112,041 miles
  • 2020 – 111,427 miles
  • 2019 – 110,880 miles
  • 2013 – 110,814 miles
  • 2011 – 102,047 miles
  • 2010 – 89,252 miles
  • 2009 – 82,078 miles
  • 2008 – 75,752 miles
  • 2007 – 68,763 miles
  • 2006 – 63,854 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,844 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

19 tests since 15 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,844 miles (+1,405)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    116,844 miles
    Test number
    576334862077
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass115,439 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    115,439 miles
    Test number
    613296664731
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail115,434 miles (+1,728)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,434 miles
    Test number
    995606546343
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass113,706 miles (+628)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    113,706 miles
    Test number
    773329899364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass113,078 miles (+1,037)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    113,078 miles
    Test number
    831268815648

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass112,041 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    112,041 miles
    Test number
    809358293926

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail112,041 miles (+614)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,041 miles
    Test number
    152896723241
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  8. Pass111,427 miles (+547)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    111,427 miles
    Test number
    856682170696

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass110,880 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    110,880 miles
    Test number
    821143991576

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail110,880 miles (+66)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,880 miles
    Test number
    172632805370
    • Repaired at testAxle insecure (5.1.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testSuspension arm mounting has an unsafe modification NOT FITTED WIH LOCK NUTS (5.3.3 (c) (i))

  11. Fail110,814 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,814 miles
    Test number
    139336203134
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

  12. Pass110,814 miles (+8,767)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    110,814 miles
    Test number
    377806903133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass102,047 miles (+12,795)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2012
    Odometer
    102,047 miles
    Test number
    396724941106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  14. Pass89,252 miles (+7,174)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2011
    Odometer
    89,252 miles
    Test number
    112015940157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Pass82,078 miles (+6,326)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2010
    Odometer
    82,078 miles
    Test number
    214030149134
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

  16. Pass75,752 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2009
    Odometer
    75,752 miles
    Test number
    590712118114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail75,752 miles (+6,989)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,752 miles
    Test number
    662697308159
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  18. Pass68,763 miles (+4,909)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2008
    Odometer
    68,763 miles
    Test number
    653579627136
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

  19. Pass63,854 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2007
    Odometer
    63,854 miles
    Test number
    461585836112
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Questions about G397 YNK

Does G397 YNK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on G397 YNK is valid until 13 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on G397 YNK?
The MOT on G397 YNK is valid until 13 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has G397 YNK done?
G397 YNK was recorded at 116,844 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2026, an average of 2,661 miles a year.
Has G397 YNK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. G397 YNK has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on G397 YNK 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 G397 YNK find?
G397 YNK passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: rear suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened.

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