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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,198 cc

Y24 GACMOT history

Y24 GAC is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 Jan 2008. Its MOT expired on 21 Oct 2026 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 125,607 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2025.

Y24 GAC silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 21 Oct 2026
Mileage
125,607 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2025
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,700 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y24 GAC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y24 GAC was last recorded at 125,607 miles on 22 Oct 2025, 3,460 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,147 miles · 17 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
3,460 miles
Average per year
6,700 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 125,607 miles
  • 2024 – 122,147 miles
  • 2023 – 119,916 miles
  • 2022 – 116,664 miles
  • 2021 – 113,445 miles
  • 2020 – 107,229 miles
  • 2019 – 100,989 miles
  • 2018 – 95,557 miles
  • 2017 – 90,499 miles
  • 2016 – 85,748 miles
  • 2015 – 69,272 miles
  • 2014 – 53,674 miles
  • 2013 – 41,016 miles
  • 2012 – 32,524 miles
  • 2011 – 26,482 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,607 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Reverse lamp inoperative

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 5 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,607 miles (+3,460)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    125,607 miles
    Test number
    418531438401
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass122,147 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    122,147 miles
    Test number
    685791663665
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail122,147 miles (+2,231)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,147 miles
    Test number
    204225507698
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass119,916 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    119,916 miles
    Test number
    488759698004
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail119,915 miles (+3,251)2 dangerous6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,915 miles
    Test number
    662027255566
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp inoperative

  6. Pass116,664 miles (+3,219)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    116,664 miles
    Test number
    424088681810
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryHand brake travel

  7. Pass113,445 miles (+6,216)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    113,445 miles
    Test number
    583750642022
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass107,229 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    107,229 miles
    Test number
    710262434645
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel binding
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror glass missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp inoperative

  9. Fail107,229 miles (+6,240)2 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,229 miles
    Test number
    423040970696
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel binding
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror glass missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp inoperative

  10. Pass100,989 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    100,989 miles
    Test number
    579908266846

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail100,989 miles (+5,432)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,989 miles
    Test number
    152667661462
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass95,557 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    95,557 miles
    Test number
    121942671517
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Fail95,557 miles (+5,058)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,557 miles
    Test number
    177775197238
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass90,499 miles (+4,751)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    90,499 miles
    Test number
    562187406454
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has age related cracks
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder shields fitted

  15. Pass85,748 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    85,748 miles
    Test number
    453832938748
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBack box outer cover corroded

  16. Fail85,748 miles (+16,476)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,748 miles
    Test number
    886707839644
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake squealing
    • AdvisoryBack box outer cover corroded

  17. Pass69,272 miles (+15,598)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    69,272 miles
    Test number
    915828425097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass53,674 miles (+3)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    53,674 miles
    Test number
    355393024099
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

  19. Fail53,671 miles (+12,655)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,671 miles
    Test number
    107322524435
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

  20. Pass41,016 miles (+8,492)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    41,016 miles
    Test number
    626982623033
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on
    • NoteFront brake discs and pads getting worn

  21. Pass32,524 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    32,524 miles
    Test number
    279054932023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail32,524 miles (+6,042)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,524 miles
    Test number
    117534032051
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

  23. Pass26,482 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    26,482 miles
    Test number
    178445701483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y24 GAC

Does Y24 GAC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y24 GAC expired on 21 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y24 GAC?
The MOT on Y24 GAC expired on 21 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y24 GAC done?
Y24 GAC was recorded at 125,607 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2025, an average of 6,700 miles a year.
Has Y24 GAC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y24 GAC has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on Y24 GAC 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 Y24 GAC find?
Y24 GAC passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2025 with 3 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint; nearside rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill; offside rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill.

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