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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y294 JGRMOT history

Y294 JGR is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 8 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 13 Oct 2023 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 157,285 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2022.

Y294 JGR silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 13 Oct 2023
Mileage
157,285 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2022
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,411 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y294 JGR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
8 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y294 JGR was last recorded at 157,285 miles on 14 Oct 2022, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,284 miles · 13 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
7,411 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 157,285 miles
  • 2021 – 150,347 miles
  • 2020 – 147,675 miles
  • 2019 – 142,191 miles
  • 2018 – 136,589 miles
  • 2017 – 127,361 miles
  • 2016 – 118,053 miles
  • 2015 – 109,682 miles
  • 2014 – 100,099 miles
  • 2013 – 89,381 miles
  • 2012 – 78,872 miles
  • 2011 – 67,734 miles
  • 2010 – 53,757 miles
  • 2009 – 47,514 miles
  • 2008 – 43,217 miles
  • 2007 – 39,833 miles
  • 2006 – 36,077 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,285 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Headlamp lens seriously defective both

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 6 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,285 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    157,285 miles
    Test number
    278044280962

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail157,284 miles (+6,937)2 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,284 miles
    Test number
    527627901302
    • 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))
    • MajorEmissions not tested exhaust tail pipe not connected to system (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective both (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))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine warning lamp on
  3. Pass150,347 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    150,347 miles
    Test number
    469212280365
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Fail150,345 miles (+2,670)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,345 miles
    Test number
    547419115511
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective both (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass147,675 miles (+89)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    147,675 miles
    Test number
    596356425621
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail147,586 miles (+5,395)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,586 miles
    Test number
    762670496845
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass142,191 miles (+5,602)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    142,191 miles
    Test number
    151667070788
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3mm and worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass136,589 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    136,589 miles
    Test number
    989499186409
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  9. Fail136,586 miles (+9,225)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,586 miles
    Test number
    813717648117
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  10. Pass127,361 miles (+9,308)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    127,361 miles
    Test number
    318525101822
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edges
  11. Pass118,053 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    118,053 miles
    Test number
    981479163370
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp beam image poor
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses deteriorated
  12. Fail118,053 miles (+8,371)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,053 miles
    Test number
    247397981398
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working both sides (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp beam image poor
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses deteriorated
  13. Pass109,682 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    109,682 miles
    Test number
    307634945472
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing slightly unevenly on inner edge
    • NoteFront exhaust mount broken
    • NoteHeadlamp beam image poor
  14. Fail109,678 miles (+9,579)4 failures4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,678 miles
    Test number
    227404345272
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing slightly unevenly on inner edge
    • NoteExhaust rear silencer deteriorated (baffles loose)
    • NoteFront exhaust mount broken
    • NoteHeadlamp beam image poor
    • NoteOil level below minimum
  15. Pass100,099 miles (+10,718)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    100,099 miles
    Test number
    376338534237
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust front mounting broken
    • NoteExhaust rear silencer deteriorated
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing slightly unevenly
    • NoteSlight oil leak
  16. Pass89,381 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    89,381 miles
    Test number
    987408623218
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • NoteRear brakes binding slightly
  17. Fail89,381 miles (+10,509)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,381 miles
    Test number
    918937023219
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • NoteRear brakes binding slightly
  18. Fail78,872 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,872 miles
    Test number
    435030822238
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  19. Pass78,872 miles (+11,138)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    78,872 miles
    Test number
    898920922205
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  20. Pass67,734 miles (+13,977)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    67,734 miles
    Test number
    819280621254
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  21. Pass53,757 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    53,757 miles
    Test number
    242121480428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail53,757 miles (+6,243)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,757 miles
    Test number
    962191180164
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  23. Pass47,514 miles (+4,297)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    47,514 miles
    Test number
    303759149144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass43,217 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    43,217 miles
    Test number
    750018258167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail43,215 miles (+3,382)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,215 miles
    Test number
    762168658133
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  26. Pass39,833 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    39,833 miles
    Test number
    803796557121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail39,833 miles (+3,756)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,833 miles
    Test number
    791065457181
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  28. Pass36,077 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    36,077 miles
    Test number
    163847056127
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about Y294 JGR

Does Y294 JGR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y294 JGR expired on 13 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y294 JGR?
The MOT on Y294 JGR expired on 13 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y294 JGR done?
Y294 JGR was recorded at 157,285 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2022, an average of 7,411 miles a year.
Has Y294 JGR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y294 JGR has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on Y294 JGR 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 Y294 JGR find?
Y294 JGR passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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