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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2009 · 1,198 cc

LB09 EPJMOT history

LB09 EPJ is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 9 Jul 2009. Its MOT is valid until 7 May 2027 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 126,110 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 May 2027
Mileage
126,110 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,246 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB09 EPJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
9 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 May 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB09 EPJ was last recorded at 126,110 miles on 29 Apr 2026, 6,385 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,725 miles · 30 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
6,385 miles
Average per year
6,246 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,110 miles
  • 2025 – 119,725 miles
  • 2024 – 116,494 miles
  • 2023 – 116,051 miles
  • 2022 – 114,568 miles
  • 2019 – 110,983 miles
  • 2018 – 103,147 miles
  • 2017 – 93,460 miles
  • 2016 – 81,660 miles
  • 2015 – 71,040 miles
  • 2014 – 60,666 miles
  • 2013 – 50,291 miles
  • 2012 – 39,665 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,110 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside door mirror trim damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Front Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 26 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,110 miles (+6,385)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2027
    Odometer
    126,110 miles
    Test number
    555538630552
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box corroded

  2. Pass119,725 miles (+3,231)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2026
    Odometer
    119,725 miles
    Test number
    856236265023
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  3. Pass116,494 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2025
    Odometer
    116,494 miles
    Test number
    342351549303
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  4. Fail116,493 miles (+442)1 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,493 miles
    Test number
    272824143449
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall of tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  5. Pass116,051 miles (+1,483)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    116,051 miles
    Test number
    966130955505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass114,568 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    114,568 miles
    Test number
    839043511730
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust box corroded

  7. Fail114,568 miles (+3,585)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,568 miles
    Test number
    986591844811
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust box corroded

  8. Pass110,983 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    110,983 miles
    Test number
    764543716414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail110,982 miles (+7,835)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,982 miles
    Test number
    428369550758
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass103,147 miles (+154)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2019
    Odometer
    103,147 miles
    Test number
    886775438084
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror trim damaged

  11. Fail102,993 miles (+9,533)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,993 miles
    Test number
    492482093908
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror trim damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre 0mm on inner edge
    • AdvisoryUpper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  12. Pass93,460 miles (+11,800)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2018
    Odometer
    93,460 miles
    Test number
    796339401635
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Pass81,660 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    81,660 miles
    Test number
    904381749997
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

  14. Fail81,660 miles (+10,620)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,660 miles
    Test number
    809727960811
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

  15. Pass71,040 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    71,040 miles
    Test number
    228426925471
    • NoteHandbrake getting close to max adjustment
    • NoteN/s/f headlight unit top fixing splitting

  16. Fail71,040 miles (+10,374)2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,040 miles
    Test number
    229696625162
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteHandbrake getting close to max adjustment
    • NoteN/s/f headlight unit top fixing splitting

  17. Pass60,666 miles (+61)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2015
    Odometer
    60,666 miles
    Test number
    736190144179
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • NoteFront screen wipers poor clearing
    • NoteNSR shock absorber cover loose
    • NoteOSR shock absorber cover poor condition

  18. Fail60,605 miles (+10,314)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,605 miles
    Test number
    767946834156
    • FailureNearside Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • NoteFront screen wipers poor clearing
    • NoteNSR shock absorber cover loose
    • NoteOSR shock absorber cover poor condition

  19. Pass50,291 miles (+10,626)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    50,291 miles
    Test number
    605632863162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail39,665 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,665 miles
    Test number
    399478172143
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteFront and rear wipers smeary

  21. Pass39,665 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    39,665 miles
    Test number
    809528172185
    • NoteFront and rear wipers smeary

Questions about LB09 EPJ

Does LB09 EPJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB09 EPJ is valid until 7 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB09 EPJ?
The MOT on LB09 EPJ is valid until 7 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB09 EPJ done?
LB09 EPJ was recorded at 126,110 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2026, an average of 6,246 miles a year.
Has LB09 EPJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB09 EPJ has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on LB09 EPJ 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 LB09 EPJ find?
LB09 EPJ passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; rear exhaust box corroded.

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