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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y244 TGHMOT history

Y244 TGH is a silver diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 29 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 36 MOT tests, with 100,877 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2026.

Y244 TGH silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jan 2027
Mileage
100,877 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2026
MOT tests
36
21 passed · 15 failed
Per year
3,291 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y244 TGH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
29 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y244 TGH was last recorded at 100,877 miles on 30 Jan 2026, 2,412 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,465 miles · 28 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,412 miles
Average per year
3,291 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,877 miles
  • 2025 – 98,465 miles
  • 2024 – 95,868 miles
  • 2023 – 92,726 miles
  • 2022 – 90,737 miles
  • 2021 – 87,228 miles
  • 2020 – 84,657 miles
  • 2019 – 81,447 miles
  • 2018 – 77,969 miles
  • 2017 – 74,569 miles
  • 2016 – 71,102 miles
  • 2015 – 68,084 miles
  • 2014 – 64,729 miles
  • 2013 – 60,848 miles
  • 2012 – 57,729 miles
  • 2011 – 54,310 miles
  • 2010 – 50,896 miles
  • 2009 – 47,006 miles
  • 2008 – 43,642 miles
  • 2007 – 39,576 miles
  • 2006 – 35,553 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,877 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCorrosion and repairs to nearside outer sill
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension brake components
  • AdvisorySome wear to front brake discs and padsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySome wear to offside front tyre

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.

  • Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Brake pipes coated/greased restricting inspection

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Some corrosion to exhaust system

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Corrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension components

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Corrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension/brake components

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

Full MOT history

36 tests since 27 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,877 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    100,877 miles
    Test number
    416132244083
    • AdvisoryCorrosion and repairs to nearside outer sill
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension brake components
    • AdvisorySome wear to front brake discs and pads
    • AdvisorySome wear to offside front tyre

  2. Fail100,877 miles (+2,412)2 dangerous5 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,877 miles
    Test number
    287994468612
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp lens seriously defective nearside and offside (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill holes and corrosion (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion and repairs to nearside outer sill
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension brake components
    • AdvisorySome wear to front brake discs and pads
    • AdvisorySome wear to offside front tyre

  3. Pass98,465 miles (+39)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    98,465 miles
    Test number
    763724990760
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes coated/greased restricting inspection
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension/brake components
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to exhaust system
    • AdvisorySome deterioration to headlamp lenses
    • AdvisorySome wear and deterioration to rear tyres

  4. Fail98,426 miles (+2,558)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,426 miles
    Test number
    397526543077
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill holes and corrosion (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes coated/greased restricting inspection
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension/brake components
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to exhaust system
    • AdvisorySome deterioration to headlamp lenses
    • AdvisorySome wear and deterioration to rear tyres

  5. Pass95,868 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    95,868 miles
    Test number
    542736639049
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to exhaust system
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension/brake components
    • AdvisorySome wear and deterioration to front tyres and nearside rear tyre
    • AdvisorySome wear to front brake discs and pads

  6. Fail95,868 miles (+3,142)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,868 miles
    Test number
    524143075722
    • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective nearside and offside (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to exhaust system
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension/brake components
    • AdvisorySome wear and deterioration to front tyres and nearside rear tyre
    • AdvisorySome wear to front brake discs and pads

  7. Pass92,726 miles (+12)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    92,726 miles
    Test number
    376615280181
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside weathered/cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes coated/greased restricting inspection
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension components
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to exhaust system

  8. Fail92,714 miles (+1,977)3 major1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,714 miles
    Test number
    786528176129
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside weathered/cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes coated/greased restricting inspection
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension components
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to exhaust system

  9. Pass90,737 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    90,737 miles
    Test number
    933645617288
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes coated/greased restricting inspection
    • AdvisoryClutch weak
    • AdvisoryCorrosion and weakness to nearside outer sill at rear
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension components
    • AdvisorySome deterioration to exhaust front pipe

  10. Fail90,737 miles (+3,509)2 major3 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,737 miles
    Test number
    947482141770
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively nearside and offside (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes coated/greased restricting inspection
    • AdvisoryClutch weak
    • AdvisoryCorrosion and weakness to nearside outer sill at rear
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension components
    • AdvisorySome deterioration to exhaust front pipe

  11. Pass87,228 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    87,228 miles
    Test number
    765424354978
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes greased restricting inspection
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension components
    • AdvisorySome deterioration to exhaust front pipe/cat
    • AdvisorySome deterioration to nearside and offside headlamp lenses

  12. Fail87,228 miles (+2,571)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,228 miles
    Test number
    561198287500
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes greased restricting inspection
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension components
    • AdvisorySome deterioration to exhaust front pipe/cat
    • AdvisorySome deterioration to nearside and offside headlamp lenses

  13. Pass84,657 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    84,657 miles
    Test number
    362882887570
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDeterioration to nearside and offside headlamps lenses

  14. Fail84,657 miles (+3,210)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,657 miles
    Test number
    970749967284
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDeterioration to nearside and offside headlamps lenses

  15. Pass81,447 miles (+3,478)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    81,447 miles
    Test number
    227083727521
    • AdvisoryFront number plate has slight damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to exhaust system
    • AdvisorySome deterioration to headlamps

  16. Pass77,969 miles (+3,400)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    77,969 miles
    Test number
    977295698587
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced nearside and offside (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing thin
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has deterioration
    • AdvisoryDeterioration to wiper blades

  17. Pass74,569 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    74,569 miles
    Test number
    783862290447
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slight damage (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced nearside and offside close to limit (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sill holed and corroded but 2cm outside prescribed area for suspension and seat belts

  18. Fail74,569 miles (+3,467)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,569 miles
    Test number
    665702058948
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slight damage (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced nearside and offside close to limit (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer sill holed and corroded but 2cm outside prescribed area for suspension and seat belts

  19. Pass71,102 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    71,102 miles
    Test number
    931635847189
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryHoles and corrosion to nearside outer sill at rear (just outside passcribed area)

  20. Fail71,102 miles (+3,018)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,102 miles
    Test number
    142549571312
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer side wall (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryHoles and corrosion to nearside outer sill at rear (just outside passcribed area)

  21. Fail68,084 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,084 miles
    Test number
    167843085497
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  22. Pass68,084 miles (+3,355)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    68,084 miles
    Test number
    336443685084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass64,729 miles (+3,881)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    64,729 miles
    Test number
    276073584008
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  24. Pass60,848 miles (+3,119)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    60,848 miles
    Test number
    567814783070
    • NoteDeteration and slight leak to exhaust at rear
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing thin
    • NoteSlight noise from front offside wheel bearing

  25. Pass57,729 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    57,729 miles
    Test number
    235042972066
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing thin

  26. Fail57,729 miles (+3,419)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,729 miles
    Test number
    116112872450
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing thin

  27. Pass54,310 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    54,310 miles
    Test number
    688367881027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail54,310 miles (+3,414)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,310 miles
    Test number
    189177381027
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass50,896 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    50,896 miles
    Test number
    173692780432
    • NoteFront nearside tyre wearing thin

  30. Fail50,896 miles (+3,890)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,896 miles
    Test number
    432872780001
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteFront nearside tyre wearing thin

  31. Fail47,006 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,006 miles
    Test number
    134336389055
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  32. Pass47,006 miles (+3,364)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    47,006 miles
    Test number
    180236889012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail43,642 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,642 miles
    Test number
    394595288092
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteRear offside tyre wearing thin

  34. Pass43,642 miles (+4,066)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    43,642 miles
    Test number
    504765488001
    • NoteRear offside tyre wearing thin

  35. Pass39,576 miles (+4,023)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    39,576 miles
    Test number
    753075087075
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  36. Pass35,553 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    35,553 miles
    Test number
    731666686081
    • NoteRear offside tyre wearing thin

Questions about Y244 TGH

Does Y244 TGH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y244 TGH is valid until 29 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y244 TGH?
The MOT on Y244 TGH is valid until 29 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y244 TGH done?
Y244 TGH was recorded at 100,877 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2026, an average of 3,291 miles a year.
Has Y244 TGH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y244 TGH has failed 15 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on Y244 TGH 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 Y244 TGH find?
Y244 TGH passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: corrosion and repairs to nearside outer sill; corrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension brake components; some wear to front brake discs and pads, and 1 more.

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