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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Diesel · 2010 · 1,598 cc

V44 GJHMOT history

V44 GJH is a grey diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 11 May 2010. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jun 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 118,341 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jun 2026.

V44 GJH grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jun 2027
Mileage
118,341 mi
At MOT on 15 Jun 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,898 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V44 GJH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
11 May 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V44 GJH was last recorded at 118,341 miles on 15 Jun 2026, 2,651 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,690 miles · 27 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,651 miles
Average per year
7,898 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,341 miles
  • 2025 – 115,690 miles
  • 2024 – 113,586 miles
  • 2023 – 112,425 miles
  • 2022 – 102,697 miles
  • 2021 – 88,090 miles
  • 2020 – 70,440 miles
  • 2019 – 55,705 miles
  • 2018 – 42,412 miles
  • 2017 – 40,082 miles
  • 2016 – 36,666 miles
  • 2015 – 30,765 miles
  • 2014 – 22,663 miles
  • 2013 – 14,089 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,341 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring testable items

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • CAN'T SEE CONDITION OF REAR BRAKES

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened SLIGHT PLAY

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened SLIGHT PLAY

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BACK BUSH

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear LAMP DAMAGED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

19 tests since 3 Apr 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,341 miles (+2,651)1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    118,341 miles
    Test number
    443749988455
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring testable items

  2. Pass115,690 miles (+2,104)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    115,690 miles
    Test number
    340624635212
    • AdvisoryManufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection

  3. Pass113,586 miles (+1,161)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    113,586 miles
    Test number
    177766808734
    • AdvisoryManufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components
    • AdvisoryUnderside coated in wax oil/ under seal restricting full inspection of body chassis brake pipes and suspension components

  4. Pass112,425 miles (+30)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    112,425 miles
    Test number
    162093823080
    • AdvisoryCAN'T SEE CONDITION OF REAR BRAKES
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened SLIGHT PLAY (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened SLIGHT PLAY (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BACK BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear LAMP DAMAGED
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail112,395 miles (+9,698)1 dangerous7 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,395 miles
    Test number
    996661327380
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCAN'T SEE CONDITION OF REAR BRAKES
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened SLIGHT PLAY (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened SLIGHT PLAY (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BACK BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear LAMP DAMAGED
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass102,697 miles (+14,607)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    102,697 miles
    Test number
    197625311126
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass88,090 miles (+148)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    88,090 miles
    Test number
    983691705422
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Fail87,942 miles (+17,502)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,942 miles
    Test number
    973025008848
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged heavy inner wear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge HEAVY INNER EDGE WEAR ALMOST WORN THROUGH TO CORDS. Heavy outer wear. DANGEROUS, Do not drive (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPARKING BRAKE Requirements only just met. Appears braking system requires adjustment or repair. 16%

  9. Pass70,440 miles (+14,735)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    70,440 miles
    Test number
    631926762356
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  10. Pass55,705 miles (+5,592)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    55,705 miles
    Test number
    567764949698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass50,113 miles (+7,701)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    50,113 miles
    Test number
    316199186994
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  12. Pass42,412 miles (+2,330)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    42,412 miles
    Test number
    465992144068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass40,082 miles (+3,416)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    40,082 miles
    Test number
    362037745324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass36,666 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    36,666 miles
    Test number
    194229661060
    • AdvisoryEmissions to clean to read

  15. Fail36,666 miles (+5,901)4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,666 miles
    Test number
    545195299092
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryEmissions to clean to read

  16. Pass30,765 miles (+8,102)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    30,765 miles
    Test number
    349461405112
    • NoteEmmissions too clean

  17. Pass22,663 miles (+8,574)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    22,663 miles
    Test number
    349734904124
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear wiper split

  18. Fail14,089 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,089 miles
    Test number
    149293593476
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass14,089 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    14,089 miles
    Test number
    226723793087
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Questions about V44 GJH

Does V44 GJH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V44 GJH is valid until 14 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on V44 GJH?
The MOT on V44 GJH is valid until 14 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V44 GJH done?
V44 GJH was recorded at 118,341 miles at its MOT on 15 Jun 2026, an average of 7,898 miles a year.
Has V44 GJH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V44 GJH has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on V44 GJH 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 V44 GJH find?
V44 GJH passed its latest MOT on 15 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 13 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 11 more.

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