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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2009 · 1,390 cc

LL09 WFWMOT history

LL09 WFW is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 13 Jul 2009. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jun 2027 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 178,472 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jun 2026.

LL09 WFW red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jun 2027
Mileage
178,472 mi
At MOT on 20 Jun 2026
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
11,734 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL09 WFW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
13 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL09 WFW was last recorded at 178,472 miles on 20 Jun 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
178,469 miles · 12 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
11,734 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 178,472 miles
  • 2025 – 163,280 miles
  • 2024 – 138,781 miles
  • 2023 – 117,384 miles
  • 2022 – 102,398 miles
  • 2021 – 89,548 miles
  • 2020 – 77,414 miles
  • 2019 – 60,260 miles
  • 2018 – 45,669 miles
  • 2017 – 31,514 miles
  • 2016 – 28,289 miles
  • 2015 – 25,244 miles
  • 2014 – 21,851 miles
  • 2013 – 18,442 miles
  • 2012 – 14,916 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass178,472 miles
  • 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 2026
  • MinorOffside 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 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024

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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi pipe leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Smooth inner shoulder

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass178,472 miles (+3)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    178,472 miles
    Test number
    584453555202
    • 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))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail178,469 miles (+15,189)1 dangerous3 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,469 miles
    Test number
    394126075933
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • 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))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi pipe blowing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass163,280 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    163,280 miles
    Test number
    389809275702

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail163,276 miles (+24,495)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,276 miles
    Test number
    482668791443
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass138,781 miles (+3)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    138,781 miles
    Test number
    227524932822
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi pipe leak (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Smooth inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Smooth inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail138,778 miles (+21,394)5 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,778 miles
    Test number
    400324581485
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi pipe leak (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Smooth inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Smooth inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass117,384 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    117,384 miles
    Test number
    672600594476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail117,381 miles (+14,983)2 dangerous2 major2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,381 miles
    Test number
    407869171470
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 195/55 R15 85H (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working 207S (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working 381 (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass102,398 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    102,398 miles
    Test number
    700083482936
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail102,395 miles (+12,847)1 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,395 miles
    Test number
    382821853710
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass89,548 miles (+12,134)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    89,548 miles
    Test number
    668375471216
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass77,414 miles (+100)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    77,414 miles
    Test number
    491933191864
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  13. Fail77,314 miles (+17,054)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,314 miles
    Test number
    602420860734
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  14. Pass60,260 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    60,260 miles
    Test number
    805831151541
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing device perished but still apears tp be effective

  15. Fail60,260 miles (+14,591)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,260 miles
    Test number
    782849564692
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing device perished but still apears tp be effective
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Cover missing. Belt can be used but risk of accidental release could be increased (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  16. Pass45,669 miles (+96)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    45,669 miles
    Test number
    977327780662
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn substantially low on inner edges
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads worn low
    • AdvisoryOffside front seatbelt clasp casing missing
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  17. Fail45,573 miles (+14,059)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,573 miles
    Test number
    369569341642
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn substantially low on inner edges
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads worn low
    • AdvisoryOffside front seatbelt clasp casing missing
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  18. Pass31,514 miles (+3,225)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    31,514 miles
    Test number
    830134245712
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  19. Pass28,289 miles (+110)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    28,289 miles
    Test number
    872484464054
    • AdvisoryDrivers door stiff
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perished

  20. Fail28,179 miles (+2,935)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,179 miles
    Test number
    155640665945
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed hole in tread exposing wires (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryDrivers door stiff
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perished

  21. Pass25,244 miles (+3,393)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    25,244 miles
    Test number
    167240295143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass21,851 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    21,851 miles
    Test number
    437091194165
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Fail21,851 miles (+3,409)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,851 miles
    Test number
    656641494120
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Pass18,442 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    18,442 miles
    Test number
    849052693190
    • NoteSlight damage to nearside front tyre
    • NoteWipers smear

  25. Fail18,442 miles (+3,526)2 failures2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,442 miles
    Test number
    657752193117
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteSlight damage to nearside front tyre
    • NoteWipers smear

  26. Pass14,916 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    14,916 miles
    Test number
    689944792112
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCut in sidewall of nearside front tyre is not considered an MOT failure

Questions about LL09 WFW

Does LL09 WFW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL09 WFW is valid until 19 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL09 WFW?
The MOT on LL09 WFW is valid until 19 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL09 WFW done?
LL09 WFW was recorded at 178,472 miles at its MOT on 20 Jun 2026, an average of 11,734 miles a year.
Has LL09 WFW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL09 WFW has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LL09 WFW 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 WFW find?
LL09 WFW passed its latest MOT on 20 Jun 2026 with 3 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen, and 2 more.

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