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Volkswagen Polo

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T988 YNUMOT history

T988 YNU is a green petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 71,443 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jul 2027
Mileage
71,443 mi
At MOT on 10 Jun 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,567 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T988 YNU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T988 YNU was last recorded at 71,443 miles on 10 Jun 2026, 972 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,471 miles · 13 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
972 miles
Average per year
1,567 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,443 miles
  • 2025 – 70,471 miles
  • 2024 – 69,269 miles
  • 2023 – 67,256 miles
  • 2022 – 65,109 miles
  • 2021 – 63,185 miles
  • 2020 – 61,468 miles
  • 2019 – 58,524 miles
  • 2018 – 55,087 miles
  • 2017 – 51,477 miles
  • 2016 – 48,502 miles
  • 2015 – 48,458 miles
  • 2014 – 48,383 miles
  • 2013 – 48,211 miles
  • 2012 – 48,035 miles
  • 2011 – 47,972 miles
  • 2010 – 47,575 miles
  • 2009 – 46,107 miles
  • 2008 – 44,735 miles
  • 2007 – 43,286 miles
  • 2006 – 40,129 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,443 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

26 tests since 17 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,443 miles (+972)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    71,443 miles
    Test number
    588408462270
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Pass70,471 miles (+1,202)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    70,471 miles
    Test number
    788726381497
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass69,269 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    69,269 miles
    Test number
    635980030284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail69,239 miles (+1,983)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,239 miles
    Test number
    230997389176
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to exhaust blow (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass67,256 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    67,256 miles
    Test number
    981858222948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail67,240 miles (+2,131)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,240 miles
    Test number
    143795853807
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass65,109 miles (+1,924)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    65,109 miles
    Test number
    460054023749
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective starting to streak (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all four (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass63,185 miles (+1,717)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    63,185 miles
    Test number
    729240605522
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge 175 65 13

  9. Pass61,468 miles (+2,944)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    61,468 miles
    Test number
    834489633794
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass58,524 miles (+3,437)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    58,524 miles
    Test number
    692450357519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass55,087 miles (+3,610)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    55,087 miles
    Test number
    410567790386
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded at rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  12. Pass51,477 miles (+2,975)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    51,477 miles
    Test number
    867320733472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass48,502 miles (+44)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    48,502 miles
    Test number
    146326905657
    • 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)

  14. Fail48,458 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,458 miles
    Test number
    129385645182
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteCoolent low

  15. Pass48,458 miles (+75)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    48,458 miles
    Test number
    205285045135
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteCoolent low

  16. Pass48,383 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    48,383 miles
    Test number
    277680544177
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  17. Fail48,383 miles (+172)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,383 miles
    Test number
    807090644121
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass48,211 miles (+176)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    48,211 miles
    Test number
    267270953490
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  19. Pass48,035 miles (+63)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    48,035 miles
    Test number
    805651952135
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators have a product on the lenses but not adversely affecting light output (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Stop lamp has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Stop lamp has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.2.1d)

  20. Pass47,972 miles (+397)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    47,972 miles
    Test number
    739489731133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass47,575 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    47,575 miles
    Test number
    701177240137
    • NoteFuel filter body swelling/corroding

  22. Fail47,575 miles (+1,468)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,575 miles
    Test number
    332387440198
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteFuel filter body swelling/corroding

  23. Pass46,107 miles (+1,372)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    46,107 miles
    Test number
    690544059143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass44,735 miles (+1,449)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    44,735 miles
    Test number
    631141468129
    • NoteBack box corroded
    • NoteBlow on exhaust joint
    • NoteCorrosion on discs
    • NoteOffside rear tyre on limit/perishing

  25. Pass43,286 miles (+3,157)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    43,286 miles
    Test number
    730372267179
    • NoteOffside rear tyre low
    • NoteSlight blow on exhaust joint
    • NoteSlight play offside rear wheel bearing

  26. Pass40,129 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    40,129 miles
    Test number
    692538966123
    • NoteBlow on exhaust joint
    • NoteColour coded lens fitted
    • NoteOffside rear tyre low/perishing side wall

Questions about T988 YNU

Does T988 YNU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T988 YNU is valid until 5 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T988 YNU?
The MOT on T988 YNU is valid until 5 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T988 YNU done?
T988 YNU was recorded at 71,443 miles at its MOT on 10 Jun 2026, an average of 1,567 miles a year.
Has T988 YNU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T988 YNU has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on T988 YNU 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 T988 YNU find?
T988 YNU passed its latest MOT on 10 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; offside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule.

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