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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 1997 · 1,390 cc

R477 SLYMOT history

R477 SLY is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 9 Sept 1997. Its MOT is valid until 31 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 86,694 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 May 2027
Mileage
86,694 mi
At MOT on 1 Jun 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,571 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R477 SLY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
9 Sept 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 May 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R477 SLY was last recorded at 86,694 miles on 1 Jun 2026, 78 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,616 miles · 21 May 2026
Between the last two tests
78 miles
Average per year
3,571 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,694 miles
  • 2025 – 84,412 miles
  • 2024 – 63,477 miles
  • 2023 – 43,752 miles
  • 2022 – 38,178 miles
  • 2021 – 29,415 miles
  • 2020 – 25,171 miles
  • 2019 – 22,453 miles
  • 2013 – 22,438 miles
  • 2012 – 22,321 miles
  • 2011 – 21,119 miles
  • 2010 – 20,374 miles
  • 2009 – 18,564 miles
  • 2008 – 17,172 miles
  • 2007 – 17,039 miles
  • 2006 – 16,047 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,694 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill damagedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill damagedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Sills damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Modified louder exhaust fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Modified very low suspension and signs of impact damage to whole underside.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass86,694 miles (+78)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2027
    Odometer
    86,694 miles
    Test number
    902939820963
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail86,616 miles (+2,204)4 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,616 miles
    Test number
    219021506930
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass84,412 miles (+161)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2026
    Odometer
    84,412 miles
    Test number
    118325678775
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisorySills damaged

  4. Fail84,251 miles (+20,774)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,251 miles
    Test number
    783835427140
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisorySills damaged

  5. Pass63,477 miles (+411)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2025
    Odometer
    63,477 miles
    Test number
    929250586255
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryModified louder exhaust fitted
    • AdvisoryModified very low suspension and signs of impact damage to whole underside.
    • AdvisoryRear seats missing head rests

  6. Fail63,066 miles (+19,314)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,066 miles
    Test number
    216621624448
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Upper Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction large sticker (solid black) (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill/step area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryINSP warning light on and flashing, overdue service.
    • AdvisoryModified bigger wheels fitted front tyres different size from rear.
    • AdvisoryModified louder exhaust fitted
    • AdvisoryModified very low suspension and signs of impact damage to whole underside.
    • AdvisoryRear seats missing head rests

  7. Pass43,752 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    43,752 miles
    Test number
    272556442148
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail43,752 miles (+5,574)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,752 miles
    Test number
    841240218774
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass38,178 miles2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    38,178 miles
    Test number
    942660167375
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Fail38,178 miles (+8,763)1 repaired2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,178 miles
    Test number
    543847870501
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass29,415 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    29,415 miles
    Test number
    138037152309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail29,406 miles (+4,235)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,406 miles
    Test number
    673581167895
    • MajorBrakes imbalanced across an axle 33%on rear axel (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass25,171 miles (+2,718)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    25,171 miles
    Test number
    364242665547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass22,453 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    22,453 miles
    Test number
    303237541763
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing slightly noisy Both (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  15. Fail22,453 miles (+15)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,453 miles
    Test number
    280503654166
    • DangerousFront Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  16. Pass22,438 miles (+117)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    22,438 miles
    Test number
    868179433274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass22,321 miles (+1,202)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    22,321 miles
    Test number
    968164222220
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass21,119 miles (+745)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    21,119 miles
    Test number
    277222031279
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass20,374 miles (+1,810)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    20,374 miles
    Test number
    371389830413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass18,564 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    18,564 miles
    Test number
    602437939245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail18,563 miles (+1,391)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,563 miles
    Test number
    613237039284
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  22. Pass17,172 miles (+133)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    17,172 miles
    Test number
    333741438259
    • NoteExhaust box outter casing coroded

  23. Pass17,039 miles (+992)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    17,039 miles
    Test number
    752301547222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass16,047 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    16,047 miles
    Test number
    333581136241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R477 SLY

Does R477 SLY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R477 SLY is valid until 31 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on R477 SLY?
The MOT on R477 SLY is valid until 31 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R477 SLY done?
R477 SLY was recorded at 86,694 miles at its MOT on 1 Jun 2026, an average of 3,571 miles a year.
Has R477 SLY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R477 SLY has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2026.
Has the mileage on R477 SLY 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 R477 SLY find?
R477 SLY passed its latest MOT on 1 Jun 2026 with 9 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 6 more.

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