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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,390 cc

LB09 XJOMOT history

LB09 XJO is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 19 Aug 2009. Its MOT is valid until 12 Sept 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 101,176 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Sept 2027
Mileage
101,176 mi
At MOT on 10 Sept 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,200 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB09 XJO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
19 Aug 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB09 XJO was last recorded at 101,176 miles on 10 Sept 2026, 9,037 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
92,139 miles · 13 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
9,037 miles
Average per year
5,200 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,176 miles
  • 2025 – 92,139 miles
  • 2024 – 78,199 miles
  • 2023 – 62,182 miles
  • 2022 – 61,118 miles
  • 2021 – 60,024 miles
  • 2020 – 58,303 miles
  • 2019 – 54,966 miles
  • 2017 – 51,979 miles
  • 2016 – 48,726 miles
  • 2015 – 47,512 miles
  • 2014 – 42,589 miles
  • 2013 – 33,575 miles
  • 2012 – 27,803 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,176 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

18 tests since 31 Jul 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,176 miles (+9,037)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    101,176 miles
    Test number
    112915910155
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass92,139 miles (+13,940)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    92,139 miles
    Test number
    528363516591
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass78,199 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    78,199 miles
    Test number
    971006009457
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi worn

  4. Fail78,198 miles (+16,016)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,198 miles
    Test number
    725959854718
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi worn

  5. Pass62,182 miles (+1,064)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    62,182 miles
    Test number
    124614509949
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass61,118 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    61,118 miles
    Test number
    637770985855
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail61,118 miles (+1,094)2 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,118 miles
    Test number
    723116339900
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass60,024 miles (+1,721)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    60,024 miles
    Test number
    104425099343
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass58,303 miles (+3,337)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    58,303 miles
    Test number
    439959615146
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass54,966 miles (+2,987)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    54,966 miles
    Test number
    727621243907
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass51,979 miles (+3,253)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    51,979 miles
    Test number
    203988136833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass48,726 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    48,726 miles
    Test number
    327636763908
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail48,726 miles (+1,214)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,726 miles
    Test number
    701805151545
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass47,512 miles (+4,923)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    47,512 miles
    Test number
    987657401894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass42,589 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    42,589 miles
    Test number
    758921104333
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail42,589 miles (+9,014)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,589 miles
    Test number
    135421504364
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass33,575 miles (+5,772)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    33,575 miles
    Test number
    625794923209
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  18. Pass27,803 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    27,803 miles
    Test number
    315363612406
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • NoteFront disc scored

Questions about LB09 XJO

Does LB09 XJO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB09 XJO is valid until 12 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB09 XJO?
The MOT on LB09 XJO is valid until 12 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB09 XJO done?
LB09 XJO was recorded at 101,176 miles at its MOT on 10 Sept 2026, an average of 5,200 miles a year.
Has LB09 XJO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB09 XJO has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LB09 XJO 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 XJO find?
LB09 XJO passed its latest MOT on 10 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 1 more.

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