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Volkswagen Polo

Blue and Black · Petrol · 1997 · 1,390 cc

P24 YHOMOT history

P24 YHO is a blue and black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 27 Jun 1997. Its MOT expired on 28 Feb 2026 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 91,156 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Feb 2026
Mileage
91,156 mi
At MOT on 17 Nov 2017
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,714 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P24 YHO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue and Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
27 Jun 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

P24 YHO was last recorded at 91,156 miles on 17 Nov 2017, 41,027 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Dec 2016.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
50,129 miles · 7 Dec 2016
Between the last two tests
41,027 miles
Average per year
5,714 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2017 – 91,156 miles
  • 2016 – 50,129 miles
  • 2015 – 49,599 miles
  • 2014 – 46,707 miles
  • 2013 – 43,792 miles
  • 2012 – 41,726 miles
  • 2011 – 40,466 miles
  • 2010 – 37,533 miles
  • 2009 – 32,466 miles
  • 2008 – 28,948 miles
  • 2007 – 26,478 miles
  • 2006 – 25,957 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ALL (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Spare wheel pan corroded but not considered excessive

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.

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 20 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    400701462385
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ALL (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Spare wheel pan corroded but not considered excessive

  2. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    795219610271
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  3. FailMileage not read1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    123388064775
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  4. FailMileage not read3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    160058401344
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill end (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion forming on offside and nearside rear inner wheel arch areas
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroded

  5. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    664096017069
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    204567555159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. FailMileage not read2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    888146158191
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor pan (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. PassMileage not read2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    193142849025
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material majority of brake pipes fitted to vehicle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front sub-frame, drivers side front mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. FailMileage not read4 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    248208483830
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced excessive corrosion to the outer sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced excessive corrosion to the floor area within 30cm of the seat belt anchorage point (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength excessive corrosion to the inner arch area within 30cm of the upper shock absorber mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength excessive corrosion to the inner sill area/inner arch area within 30cm of the axle mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material majority of brake pipes fitted to vehicle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front sub-frame, drivers side front mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    183666268606
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on

  11. FailMileage not read1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    940830277802
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on

  12. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    145529639558
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  13. Pass91,156 miles (+41,027)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    91,156 miles
    Test number
    956563083674
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

  14. Pass50,129 miles (+530)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    50,129 miles
    Test number
    737007610409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass49,599 miles (+2,892)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    49,599 miles
    Test number
    953231989953
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass46,707 miles (+2,915)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    46,707 miles
    Test number
    919978804353
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  17. Pass43,792 miles (+2,066)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    43,792 miles
    Test number
    418878903453
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded on insides
    • NoteFront lower arms rusty,have been greasd
    • NoteFront/rear brake pipes been greased

  18. Pass41,726 miles (+1,260)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    41,726 miles
    Test number
    708315812395
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteAll brake pipes greased
    • NoteBoth front coil springs corroded
    • NoteBoth front suspension arms corroded/greased
    • NoteO/s rear brake reading low
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorated

  19. Pass40,466 miles (+2,933)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    40,466 miles
    Test number
    838907241149
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBrake pipes greased
    • NoteSlight front brake judder
    • NoteSlight play in both rear wheel bearings

  20. Pass37,533 miles (+5,067)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    37,533 miles
    Test number
    343274450134
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBrake pipes greased

  21. Pass32,466 miles (+3,518)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    32,466 miles
    Test number
    282495859123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,948 miles (+2,470)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    28,948 miles
    Test number
    192882458193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass26,478 miles (+521)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    26,478 miles
    Test number
    294069267179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass25,957 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    25,957 miles
    Test number
    962451776142
    • NoteOff side rear tyre outer sidewall perished and split.

  25. Fail25,957 miles5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,957 miles
    Test number
    222701376440
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • NoteOff side rear tyre outer sidewall cracked.

Questions about P24 YHO

Does P24 YHO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P24 YHO expired on 28 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P24 YHO?
The MOT on P24 YHO expired on 28 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P24 YHO done?
P24 YHO was recorded at 91,156 miles at its MOT on 17 Nov 2017, an average of 5,714 miles a year.
Has P24 YHO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P24 YHO has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on P24 YHO 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 P24 YHO find?
P24 YHO passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2025 with 2 minor defects and 9 advisories: front windscreen wiper blade defective both; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all, and 8 more.

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