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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,198 cc

LB09 SYFMOT history

LB09 SYF is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 Jul 2009. Its MOT expired on 21 May 2026 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 128,854 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 21 May 2026
Mileage
128,854 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2025
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,604 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB09 SYF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
28 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 May 2026
Latest MOT test
22 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB09 SYF was last recorded at 128,854 miles on 22 May 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,854 miles · 16 May 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,604 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 128,854 miles
  • 2024 – 127,714 miles
  • 2022 – 124,141 miles
  • 2021 – 120,806 miles
  • 2020 – 114,706 miles
  • 2019 – 103,391 miles
  • 2018 – 90,569 miles
  • 2017 – 80,563 miles
  • 2016 – 71,650 miles
  • 2015 – 64,714 miles
  • 2014 – 52,883 miles
  • 2013 – 43,236 miles
  • 2012 – 30,442 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,854 miles
  • AdvisoryBack 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 Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

20 tests since 12 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,854 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2026
    Odometer
    128,854 miles
    Test number
    334467975644
    • AdvisoryBack box corroded

  2. Fail128,854 miles (+1,140)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,854 miles
    Test number
    857328940853
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBack box corroded

  3. Pass127,714 miles (+3,573)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    127,714 miles
    Test number
    763747931801
    • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  4. Pass124,141 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    124,141 miles
    Test number
    618221009434
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box outer surface corroded

  5. Fail124,139 miles (+3,333)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,139 miles
    Test number
    164301480447
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box outer surface corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Both sides (1.2.1 (c))

  6. Pass120,806 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    120,806 miles
    Test number
    985540042476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail120,806 miles (+6,100)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,806 miles
    Test number
    466813170501
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass114,706 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    114,706 miles
    Test number
    799610309020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail114,705 miles (+11,314)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,705 miles
    Test number
    338520178038
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass103,391 miles (+1)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    103,391 miles
    Test number
    276848072978
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail103,390 miles (+12,821)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,390 miles
    Test number
    669518703603
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass90,569 miles (+10,006)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    90,569 miles
    Test number
    772425958111
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass80,563 miles (+8,913)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    80,563 miles
    Test number
    226820929398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass71,650 miles (+6,936)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    71,650 miles
    Test number
    344453454622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass64,714 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    64,714 miles
    Test number
    537367285149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail64,686 miles (+11,803)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,686 miles
    Test number
    259272985191
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass52,883 miles (+9,647)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    52,883 miles
    Test number
    345393484186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass43,236 miles (+12,794)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    43,236 miles
    Test number
    165076683129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass30,442 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    30,442 miles
    Test number
    527834562167
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  20. Fail30,442 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,442 miles
    Test number
    578924462186
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Questions about LB09 SYF

Does LB09 SYF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB09 SYF expired on 21 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB09 SYF?
The MOT on LB09 SYF expired on 21 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB09 SYF done?
LB09 SYF was recorded at 128,854 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2025, an average of 7,604 miles a year.
Has LB09 SYF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB09 SYF has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 16 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LB09 SYF 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 SYF find?
LB09 SYF passed its latest MOT on 22 May 2025 with 1 advisory: back box corroded.

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