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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y204 SJAMOT history

Y204 SJA is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 21 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 8 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 127,246 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2026.

Y204 SJA blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Mar 2027
Mileage
127,246 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,548 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y204 SJA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
21 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y204 SJA was last recorded at 127,246 miles on 9 Mar 2026, 10,170 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,076 miles · 29 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
10,170 miles
Average per year
5,548 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,246 miles
  • 2025 – 117,076 miles
  • 2024 – 107,679 miles
  • 2023 – 99,920 miles
  • 2022 – 90,515 miles
  • 2021 – 81,262 miles
  • 2019 – 78,815 miles
  • 2018 – 74,681 miles
  • 2017 – 68,182 miles
  • 2016 – 61,726 miles
  • 2015 – 57,025 miles
  • 2014 – 49,664 miles
  • 2013 – 43,684 miles
  • 2012 – 39,348 miles
  • 2011 – 34,597 miles
  • 2010 – 29,344 miles
  • 2009 – 26,706 miles
  • 2008 – 22,796 miles
  • 2007 – 18,997 miles
  • 2006 – 16,763 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,246 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryAxle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
  • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • EML illuminated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 10 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,246 miles (+10,170)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    127,246 miles
    Test number
    158400598264
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAxle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

  2. Pass117,076 miles (+9,397)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    117,076 miles
    Test number
    640356488042
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass107,679 miles2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    107,679 miles
    Test number
    662662776075
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel fractured at bridge over valve (5.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail107,679 miles (+7,759)2 repaired2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,679 miles
    Test number
    714895953494
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel fractured at bridge over valve (5.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass99,920 miles3 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    99,920 miles
    Test number
    604078774317
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML illuminated
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside park brake reading slightly low
    • AdvisoryBoot has poor operation, only opening from inside vehicle

  6. Fail99,920 miles (+842)5 major3 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,920 miles
    Test number
    581539009349
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML illuminated
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside park brake reading slightly low
    • AdvisoryBoot has poor operation, only opening from inside vehicle

  7. Fail99,078 miles (+8,563)6 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,078 miles
    Test number
    198595271119
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear axel corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  8. Pass90,515 miles (+9,253)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    90,515 miles
    Test number
    190765495204
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass81,262 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    81,262 miles
    Test number
    962125488416
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.1mm/smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded going to rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  10. Fail81,260 miles (+2,445)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,260 miles
    Test number
    264090574557
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.1mm/smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded going to rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  11. Pass78,815 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    78,815 miles
    Test number
    223916032369
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail78,815 miles (+4,134)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,815 miles
    Test number
    846495433480
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass74,681 miles (+6,499)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    74,681 miles
    Test number
    215570521978
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting 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)

  14. Pass68,182 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    68,182 miles
    Test number
    840450182684

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail68,182 miles (+6,456)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,182 miles
    Test number
    256160822079
    • Repaired at testExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass61,726 miles (+4,701)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    61,726 miles
    Test number
    651199788747
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass57,025 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    57,025 miles
    Test number
    507110405144
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Fail57,020 miles (+7,356)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,020 miles
    Test number
    487659595028
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Pass49,664 miles (+5,980)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    49,664 miles
    Test number
    127722994438
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  20. Pass43,684 miles (+6)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    43,684 miles
    Test number
    347694393088
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  21. Fail43,678 miles (+4,330)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,678 miles
    Test number
    685973693026
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  22. Pass39,348 miles (+4,751)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    39,348 miles
    Test number
    279328582000
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust flexi pipe slightly deteriorated.
    • NoteExhaust hanger at front of exhaust obviously not original fitment.

  23. Pass34,597 miles (+5,253)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    34,597 miles
    Test number
    489334181023
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket temp. repair.

  24. Pass29,344 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    29,344 miles
    Test number
    883544180034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail29,344 miles (+2,638)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,344 miles
    Test number
    890803980009
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  26. Pass26,706 miles (+3,910)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    26,706 miles
    Test number
    564784209120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass22,796 miles (+3,799)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    22,796 miles
    Test number
    650840508163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass18,997 miles (+2,234)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    18,997 miles
    Test number
    203440707126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass16,763 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    16,763 miles
    Test number
    160880806146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y204 SJA

Does Y204 SJA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y204 SJA is valid until 8 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y204 SJA?
The MOT on Y204 SJA is valid until 8 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y204 SJA done?
Y204 SJA was recorded at 127,246 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2026, an average of 5,548 miles a year.
Has Y204 SJA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y204 SJA has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on Y204 SJA 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 Y204 SJA find?
Y204 SJA passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both; axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn; nearside front service brake binding but not excessively, and 5 more.

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