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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2009 · 1,390 cc

LB09 XFAMOT history

LB09 XFA is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 27 Aug 2009. Its MOT expired on 2 Sept 2025 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 83,609 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Sept 2025
Mileage
83,609 mi
At MOT on 22 Aug 2024
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,502 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB09 XFA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
27 Aug 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
22 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB09 XFA was last recorded at 83,609 miles on 22 Aug 2024, 8,418 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,191 miles · 24 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
8,418 miles
Average per year
5,502 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 83,609 miles
  • 2023 – 75,191 miles
  • 2022 – 65,836 miles
  • 2021 – 54,762 miles
  • 2020 – 43,861 miles
  • 2019 – 40,746 miles
  • 2018 – 38,377 miles
  • 2017 – 34,764 miles
  • 2016 – 31,642 miles
  • 2015 – 26,232 miles
  • 2014 – 22,549 miles
  • 2013 – 21,261 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,609 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

19 tests since 23 Apr 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,609 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    83,609 miles
    Test number
    958739113275
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail83,609 miles (+8,418)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,609 miles
    Test number
    825233877357
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass75,191 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    75,191 miles
    Test number
    348177409256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail75,191 miles (+9,355)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,191 miles
    Test number
    930259988737
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  5. Pass65,836 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    65,836 miles
    Test number
    438125602797

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail65,836 miles (+11,074)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,836 miles
    Test number
    631038201642
    • DangerousNearside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass54,762 miles (+10,901)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    54,762 miles
    Test number
    777213266148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass43,861 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    43,861 miles
    Test number
    564048108048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail43,861 miles (+3,115)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,861 miles
    Test number
    169709884550
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass40,746 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    40,746 miles
    Test number
    608424378057
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail40,745 miles (+2,368)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,745 miles
    Test number
    169293574138
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass38,377 miles (+3,613)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    38,377 miles
    Test number
    820563330895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass34,764 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    34,764 miles
    Test number
    604686237756
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail34,764 miles (+3,122)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,764 miles
    Test number
    304406954306
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass31,642 miles (+5,410)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    31,642 miles
    Test number
    179808407770

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail26,232 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,232 miles
    Test number
    186117795034
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass26,232 miles (+3,683)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    26,232 miles
    Test number
    556807795000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass22,549 miles (+1,288)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    22,549 miles
    Test number
    267414604408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass21,261 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    21,261 miles
    Test number
    909483513176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB09 XFA

Does LB09 XFA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB09 XFA expired on 2 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB09 XFA?
The MOT on LB09 XFA expired on 2 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB09 XFA done?
LB09 XFA was recorded at 83,609 miles at its MOT on 22 Aug 2024, an average of 5,502 miles a year.
Has LB09 XFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB09 XFA has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LB09 XFA 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 XFA find?
LB09 XFA passed its latest MOT on 22 Aug 2024 with 4 advisories: nearside front sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside front sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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