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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,198 cc

J9 YGNMOT history

J9 YGN is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 4 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 31 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 117,760 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

J9 YGN black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 31 Oct 2027
Mileage
117,760 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,757 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J9 YGN
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
4 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J9 YGN was last recorded at 117,760 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 1,724 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,036 miles · 24 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,724 miles
Average per year
4,757 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,760 miles
  • 2025 – 116,036 miles
  • 2024 – 111,910 miles
  • 2023 – 110,550 miles
  • 2021 – 104,138 miles
  • 2019 – 104,028 miles
  • 2018 – 97,505 miles
  • 2017 – 95,215 miles
  • 2016 – 86,118 miles
  • 2015 – 80,512 miles
  • 2014 – 78,843 miles
  • 2013 – 74,335 miles
  • 2012 – 65,199 miles
  • 2011 – 56,829 miles
  • 2010 – 46,019 miles
  • 2009 – 35,188 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,760 miles
  • 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))

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 pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Exhaust heat shield insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

23 tests since 28 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,760 miles (+1,724)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    117,760 miles
    Test number
    832696842158
    • 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))

  2. Pass116,036 miles (+4,126)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    116,036 miles
    Test number
    572777804562
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/60 14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass111,910 miles (+1,360)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    111,910 miles
    Test number
    388172018503
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass110,550 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    110,550 miles
    Test number
    208399165346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail110,518 miles (+193)1 dangerous2 major4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,518 miles
    Test number
    818597749505
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged outer sidewall area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorElectrical wiring insecure leads at battery (4.11 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 2.25mm. Bad splitting within treads (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail110,325 miles (+6,187)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,325 miles
    Test number
    452179062297
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass104,138 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    104,138 miles
    Test number
    244883267909

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail104,127 miles (+99)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,127 miles
    Test number
    819791762639
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass104,028 miles (+6,523)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    104,028 miles
    Test number
    877935691636
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass97,505 miles (+2,290)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    97,505 miles
    Test number
    214518495577

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass95,215 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    95,215 miles
    Test number
    275881839630
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edge

  12. Fail95,215 miles (+9,097)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,215 miles
    Test number
    397782957164
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edge

  13. Pass86,118 miles (+50)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    86,118 miles
    Test number
    910615195999
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure

  14. Fail86,068 miles (+5,556)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,068 miles
    Test number
    580957915753
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure

  15. Pass80,512 miles (+1,669)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    80,512 miles
    Test number
    466098513109
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryPark brake travel
    • AdvisoryRear indicators discoloured
    • AdvisoryWashers leaking

  16. Pass78,843 miles (+4,508)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    78,843 miles
    Test number
    625913654236
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edges but not yet exposing ply or cords also close to legal limit

  17. Pass74,335 miles (+9,136)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    74,335 miles
    Test number
    889955733236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass65,199 miles (+8,370)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    65,199 miles
    Test number
    437982022250
    • 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)

  19. Pass56,829 miles (+9)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    56,829 miles
    Test number
    417028941231
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside front and offside front brake discs slightly worn

  20. Fail56,820 miles (+10,801)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,820 miles
    Test number
    778104641266
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside front and offside front brake discs slightly worn

  21. Pass46,019 miles (+46)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    46,019 miles
    Test number
    370724150126
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Fail45,973 miles (+10,785)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,973 miles
    Test number
    412387540138
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass35,188 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2010
    Odometer
    35,188 miles
    Test number
    190698749195
    • 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)

Questions about J9 YGN

Does J9 YGN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J9 YGN is valid until 31 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on J9 YGN?
The MOT on J9 YGN is valid until 31 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J9 YGN done?
J9 YGN was recorded at 117,760 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026, an average of 4,757 miles a year.
Has J9 YGN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J9 YGN has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on J9 YGN 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 J9 YGN find?
J9 YGN passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, but not excessively; offside front brake disc worn, but not excessively.

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