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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2009 · 1,198 cc

LB09 XWUMOT history

LB09 XWU is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 29 Aug 2009. Its MOT expired on 10 Aug 2024 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 167,600 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Aug 2024
Mileage
167,600 mi
At MOT on 1 Aug 2023
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,554 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB09 XWU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
29 Aug 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
1 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB09 XWU was last recorded at 167,600 miles on 1 Aug 2023, 11,044 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,556 miles · 18 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
11,044 miles
Average per year
10,554 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 167,600 miles
  • 2022 – 156,556 miles
  • 2021 – 153,116 miles
  • 2020 – 149,026 miles
  • 2019 – 144,104 miles
  • 2018 – 141,844 miles
  • 2017 – 131,541 miles
  • 2016 – 115,287 miles
  • 2015 – 103,387 miles
  • 2014 – 90,967 miles
  • 2013 – 74,561 miles
  • 2012 – 52,022 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,600 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (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.

  • Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear exhaust box deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass167,600 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    167,600 miles
    Test number
    809238737393
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail167,600 miles (+11,044)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,600 miles
    Test number
    972588609943
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass156,556 miles (+3,440)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    156,556 miles
    Test number
    989906628694

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass153,116 miles (+4,090)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    153,116 miles
    Test number
    489855367049
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  5. Pass149,026 miles (+32)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    149,026 miles
    Test number
    614530425129
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated/ corroded but no leak evident

  6. Fail148,994 miles (+4,890)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,994 miles
    Test number
    653819841108
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass144,104 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    144,104 miles
    Test number
    120226725278
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box deteriorated

  8. Fail144,100 miles (+2,256)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,100 miles
    Test number
    100959818241
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box deteriorated

  9. Pass141,844 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    141,844 miles
    Test number
    438059406120
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail141,844 miles (+10,303)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,844 miles
    Test number
    620305843902
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass131,541 miles (+16,254)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    131,541 miles
    Test number
    952068170341
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexy pipe (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener

  12. Pass115,287 miles (+11,900)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    115,287 miles
    Test number
    222669468135
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some components

  13. Pass103,387 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    103,387 miles
    Test number
    265129295199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail103,387 miles (+12,420)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,387 miles
    Test number
    125229195174
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass90,967 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    90,967 miles
    Test number
    356758414436
    • NoteOffside rear brake slightly tight

  16. Fail90,965 miles (+16,404)8 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,965 miles
    Test number
    249188014289
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOffside rear brake slightly tight

  17. Pass74,561 miles (+22,539)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    74,561 miles
    Test number
    347491823425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass52,022 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    52,022 miles
    Test number
    169051332264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB09 XWU

Does LB09 XWU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB09 XWU expired on 10 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB09 XWU?
The MOT on LB09 XWU expired on 10 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB09 XWU done?
LB09 XWU was recorded at 167,600 miles at its MOT on 1 Aug 2023, an average of 10,554 miles a year.
Has LB09 XWU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB09 XWU has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LB09 XWU 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 XWU find?
LB09 XWU passed its latest MOT on 1 Aug 2023 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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