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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,198 cc

LL09 LVEMOT history

LL09 LVE is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 25 Jun 2009. Its MOT is valid until 23 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 68,429 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2026.

LL09 LVE black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Mar 2027
Mileage
68,429 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,145 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL09 LVE
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
25 Jun 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL09 LVE was last recorded at 68,429 miles on 18 Mar 2026, 1,119 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,310 miles · 18 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,119 miles
Average per year
4,145 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 68,429 miles
  • 2025 – 67,310 miles
  • 2024 – 65,158 miles
  • 2023 – 58,730 miles
  • 2022 – 53,246 miles
  • 2021 – 49,689 miles
  • 2019 – 43,425 miles
  • 2018 – 38,964 miles
  • 2017 – 35,353 miles
  • 2016 – 31,963 miles
  • 2015 – 27,710 miles
  • 2014 – 23,652 miles
  • 2013 – 20,064 miles
  • 2012 – 11,724 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,429 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass68,429 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    68,429 miles
    Test number
    172372445236
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  2. Fail68,429 miles (+1,119)2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,429 miles
    Test number
    728974637692
    • 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 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))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  3. Pass67,310 miles (+2,152)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    67,310 miles
    Test number
    534243981834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass65,158 miles (+6,428)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    65,158 miles
    Test number
    513394634633
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass58,730 miles (+5,484)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    58,730 miles
    Test number
    733986306762
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  6. Pass53,246 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    53,246 miles
    Test number
    264532233361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail53,243 miles (+3,554)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,243 miles
    Test number
    678848899582
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

  8. Pass49,689 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    49,689 miles
    Test number
    611645304295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail49,689 miles (+6,264)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,689 miles
    Test number
    142722037587
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass43,425 miles (+75)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    43,425 miles
    Test number
    535153634359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass43,350 miles (+4,386)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    43,350 miles
    Test number
    994666483326
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on/ pads on limit, front disc worn
    • AdvisoryN/s/f drop link dust cover perishing

  12. Pass38,964 miles (+3,611)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    38,964 miles
    Test number
    425696386766

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass35,353 miles (+3,390)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    35,353 miles
    Test number
    685155179902

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass31,963 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    31,963 miles
    Test number
    837302178364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail31,963 miles (+4,253)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,963 miles
    Test number
    410550528813
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass27,710 miles (+4,058)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    27,710 miles
    Test number
    988625865441
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass23,652 miles (+3,588)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    23,652 miles
    Test number
    398598514370
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass20,064 miles (+8,340)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    20,064 miles
    Test number
    177863223322
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass11,724 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    11,724 miles
    Test number
    148234292162
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Fail11,721 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,721 miles
    Test number
    975334592188
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LL09 LVE

Does LL09 LVE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL09 LVE is valid until 23 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL09 LVE?
The MOT on LL09 LVE is valid until 23 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL09 LVE done?
LL09 LVE was recorded at 68,429 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2026, an average of 4,145 miles a year.
Has LL09 LVE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL09 LVE has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LL09 LVE 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 LL09 LVE find?
LL09 LVE passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated.

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