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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

Y17 MGFMOT history

Y17 MGF is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 23 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 5 Oct 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 44,410 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

Y17 MGF black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Oct 2027
Mileage
44,410 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,770 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y17 MGF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
23 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y17 MGF was last recorded at 44,410 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
44,407 miles · 5 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
1,770 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 44,410 miles
  • 2025 – 41,863 miles
  • 2024 – 37,720 miles
  • 2019 – 37,061 miles
  • 2017 – 36,660 miles
  • 2016 – 34,441 miles
  • 2015 – 32,556 miles
  • 2014 – 30,936 miles
  • 2013 – 29,330 miles
  • 2012 – 26,544 miles
  • 2011 – 23,158 miles
  • 2010 – 18,403 miles
  • 2009 – 15,938 miles
  • 2007 – 11,099 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass44,410 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCoolant leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

18 tests since 10 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass44,410 miles (+3)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    44,410 miles
    Test number
    928091885729
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail44,407 miles (+2,544)3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,407 miles
    Test number
    596267118355
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested excessive fluid leak (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass41,863 miles (+4,143)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    41,863 miles
    Test number
    144663083874
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  4. Pass37,720 miles (+595)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    37,720 miles
    Test number
    178301704047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail37,125 miles (+64)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,125 miles
    Test number
    276063048080
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged inner and outer side wall damage been run flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  6. Pass37,061 miles (+401)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    37,061 miles
    Test number
    295731214893
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  7. Pass36,660 miles (+2,219)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    36,660 miles
    Test number
    920786767174
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
  8. Pass34,441 miles (+1,885)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    34,441 miles
    Test number
    797169924541

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass32,556 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    32,556 miles
    Test number
    432528668602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail32,556 miles (+1,620)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,556 miles
    Test number
    327204555085
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  11. Pass30,936 miles (+1,606)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    30,936 miles
    Test number
    807602504394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass29,330 miles (+2,786)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    29,330 miles
    Test number
    416162903385
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  13. Pass26,544 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    26,544 miles
    Test number
    488747402341
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  14. Fail26,544 miles (+3,386)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,544 miles
    Test number
    607097602382
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  15. Pass23,158 miles (+4,755)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    23,158 miles
    Test number
    798138801348
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass18,403 miles (+2,465)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    18,403 miles
    Test number
    410180050298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass15,938 miles (+4,839)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    15,938 miles
    Test number
    230971259271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass11,099 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    11,099 miles
    Test number
    120704747318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y17 MGF

Does Y17 MGF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y17 MGF is valid until 5 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y17 MGF?
The MOT on Y17 MGF is valid until 5 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y17 MGF done?
Y17 MGF was recorded at 44,410 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026, an average of 1,770 miles a year.
Has Y17 MGF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y17 MGF has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on Y17 MGF 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 Y17 MGF find?
Y17 MGF passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; coolant leak, and 1 more.

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