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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2009 · 1,198 cc

LL09 MWPMOT history

LL09 MWP is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 26 Jun 2009. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 159,570 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jan 2026.

LL09 MWP grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jan 2027
Mileage
159,570 mi
At MOT on 26 Jan 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,356 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL09 MWP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
26 Jun 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL09 MWP was last recorded at 159,570 miles on 26 Jan 2026, 14,518 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,052 miles · 13 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
14,518 miles
Average per year
9,356 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 159,570 miles
  • 2024 – 145,052 miles
  • 2023 – 133,993 miles
  • 2022 – 123,261 miles
  • 2021 – 109,591 miles
  • 2020 – 99,016 miles
  • 2019 – 88,089 miles
  • 2018 – 81,453 miles
  • 2017 – 75,301 miles
  • 2016 – 69,223 miles
  • 2015 – 62,329 miles
  • 2014 – 54,159 miles
  • 2013 – 43,168 miles
  • 2012 – 31,443 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,570 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryO/s rear tail lamp unit lens outer cover missing

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim too high

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

21 tests since 17 May 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,570 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    159,570 miles
    Test number
    722933772749
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryO/s rear tail lamp unit lens outer cover missing

  2. Fail159,570 miles (+14,518)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,570 miles
    Test number
    660169283562
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high front both (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryO/s rear tail lamp unit lens outer cover missing

  3. Pass145,052 miles (+568)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    145,052 miles
    Test number
    303032927348
    • AdvisoryO/s rear position lamp outer cover missing, n/s rear position lamp outer cover slightly damaged

  4. Fail144,484 miles (+10,491)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,484 miles
    Test number
    172200763781
    • MajorNearside Direction indicator missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • 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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Light lens missing

  5. Pass133,993 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    133,993 miles
    Test number
    173840010705
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail133,993 miles (+10,732)1 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,993 miles
    Test number
    176370143992
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass123,261 miles (+8)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    123,261 miles
    Test number
    605659799604
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHand brake lever can do with adjustment, slightly high

  8. Fail123,253 miles (+13,662)1 dangerous7 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,253 miles
    Test number
    851333161089
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexy pipe broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions both front tyres needs swapping over (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber casing loose but not likely to come off.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  9. Pass109,591 miles (+10,575)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    109,591 miles
    Test number
    846084898528
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  10. Pass99,016 miles (+10,927)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    99,016 miles
    Test number
    642359484470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass88,089 miles (+6,636)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    88,089 miles
    Test number
    744891397257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass81,453 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    81,453 miles
    Test number
    816096804743
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Nail in tyre

  13. Fail81,453 miles (+6,152)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,453 miles
    Test number
    209690629757
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Nail in tyre

  14. Pass75,301 miles (+6,078)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    75,301 miles
    Test number
    924057899975
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass69,223 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2017
    Odometer
    69,223 miles
    Test number
    753146559872

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail69,223 miles (+6,894)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,223 miles
    Test number
    117778319196
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass62,329 miles (+8,170)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2016
    Odometer
    62,329 miles
    Test number
    705263715158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail54,159 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,159 miles
    Test number
    209421424174
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

  19. Pass54,159 miles (+10,991)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2015
    Odometer
    54,159 miles
    Test number
    517481824169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass43,168 miles (+11,725)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    43,168 miles
    Test number
    969394033143
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass31,443 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    31,443 miles
    Test number
    785138932132
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about LL09 MWP

Does LL09 MWP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL09 MWP is valid until 25 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL09 MWP?
The MOT on LL09 MWP is valid until 25 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL09 MWP done?
LL09 MWP was recorded at 159,570 miles at its MOT on 26 Jan 2026, an average of 9,356 miles a year.
Has LL09 MWP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL09 MWP has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LL09 MWP 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 MWP find?
LL09 MWP passed its latest MOT on 26 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: offside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; o/s rear tail lamp unit lens outer cover missing.

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