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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2010 · 1,198 cc

2009 MJMOT history

2009 MJ is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 23 Jul 2010. Its MOT expired on 6 Oct 2026 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 93,855 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2026.

2009 MJ blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 6 Oct 2026
Mileage
93,855 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2026
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,768 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
2009 MJ
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
23 Jul 2010
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

2009 MJ was last recorded at 93,855 miles on 5 Oct 2026, 8,370 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,485 miles · 7 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
8,370 miles
Average per year
5,768 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,855 miles
  • 2025 – 85,485 miles
  • 2024 – 76,608 miles
  • 2023 – 70,611 miles
  • 2022 – 66,985 miles
  • 2021 – 64,390 miles
  • 2020 – 58,134 miles
  • 2019 – 45,890 miles
  • 2018 – 37,166 miles
  • 2017 – 31,544 miles
  • 2016 – 30,770 miles
  • 2015 – 27,816 miles
  • 2014 – 22,625 miles
  • 2013 – 17,374 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail93,855 miles
  • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

What MOT failures 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 Front Coil spring fractured or broken

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Exhaust box has corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 2 Jul 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail93,855 miles (+8,370)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,855 miles
    Test number
    535669076818
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass85,485 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    85,485 miles
    Test number
    546314723676
    • AdvisoryFront suspension / subframe generally slightly corroded.

  3. Fail85,485 miles (+8,877)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,485 miles
    Test number
    569705461502
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended jammed (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension / subframe generally slightly corroded.

  4. Pass76,608 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    76,608 miles
    Test number
    414247450241
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail76,607 miles (+5,996)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,607 miles
    Test number
    384932005578
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass70,611 miles (+420)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    70,611 miles
    Test number
    160056573300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass70,191 miles (+3,206)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    70,191 miles
    Test number
    818887120108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass66,985 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    66,985 miles
    Test number
    319697412268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail66,985 miles (+2,595)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,985 miles
    Test number
    101002297031
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass64,390 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    64,390 miles
    Test number
    187489047662
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box has corrosion

  11. Fail64,389 miles (+6,255)1 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,389 miles
    Test number
    207819480830
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box has corrosion

  12. Pass58,134 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    58,134 miles
    Test number
    634476552860
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Fail58,132 miles (+12,242)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,132 miles
    Test number
    297884345965
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass45,890 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    45,890 miles
    Test number
    116455128164
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  15. Fail45,890 miles (+8,724)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,890 miles
    Test number
    841395644677
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  16. Pass37,166 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    37,166 miles
    Test number
    426301617079
    • AdvisoryFront both front tyres cracking around sidewalls

  17. Fail37,166 miles (+5,622)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,166 miles
    Test number
    247068780158
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both front tyres cracking around sidewalls

  18. Pass31,544 miles (+774)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    31,544 miles
    Test number
    413789744270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass30,770 miles (+2,954)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    30,770 miles
    Test number
    132005085006
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer cut in sidewall

  20. Pass27,816 miles (+5,191)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    27,816 miles
    Test number
    408542025271
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering arm slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering arm slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • NoteRemoved item(s) from drivers view
    • NoteRear Tyre(s) perished

  21. Pass22,625 miles (+5,251)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    22,625 miles
    Test number
    678852834278
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking around tread[not through to cord or ply]

  22. Pass17,374 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    17,374 miles
    Test number
    795403483120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 2009 MJ

What vehicle is registration 2009 MJ currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 2009 MJ on a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 23 Jul 2010. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 2009 MJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on 2009 MJ expired on 6 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on 2009 MJ?
The MOT on 2009 MJ expired on 6 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has 2009 MJ done?
2009 MJ was recorded at 93,855 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2026, an average of 5,768 miles a year.
Has 2009 MJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 2009 MJ has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on 2009 MJ 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 2009 MJ find?
2009 MJ failed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2026 with 5 major defects and 1 advisory: central rear seat belt not functioning as intended; nearside seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill; offside headlamp aim too high, and 3 more.

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