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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2009 · 1,390 cc

LL09 WHJMOT history

LL09 WHJ is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 23 Jul 2009. Its MOT is valid until 14 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 104,465 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2026.

LL09 WHJ grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 May 2027
Mileage
104,465 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,684 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL09 WHJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
23 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 May 2027
Latest MOT test
12 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL09 WHJ was last recorded at 104,465 miles on 12 May 2026, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,452 miles · 11 May 2026
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
4,684 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,465 miles
  • 2025 – 100,153 miles
  • 2024 – 99,355 miles
  • 2023 – 99,121 miles
  • 2022 – 96,859 miles
  • 2021 – 93,420 miles
  • 2020 – 91,039 miles
  • 2019 – 87,630 miles
  • 2018 – 81,761 miles
  • 2017 – 76,374 miles
  • 2016 – 69,143 miles
  • 2015 – 62,573 miles
  • 2014 – 55,246 miles
  • 2013 – 47,505 miles
  • 2012 – 39,727 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,465 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

19 tests since 16 Jul 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,465 miles (+13)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2027
    Odometer
    104,465 miles
    Test number
    196562638105
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail104,452 miles (+4,299)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,452 miles
    Test number
    905134638865
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass100,153 miles (+798)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2026
    Odometer
    100,153 miles
    Test number
    239717415302
    • MinorFront Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from joint flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened lower coil spring holder (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass99,355 miles (+234)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2025
    Odometer
    99,355 miles
    Test number
    625768435431
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass99,121 miles (+2,262)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    99,121 miles
    Test number
    736123112899
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass96,859 miles (+3,439)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    96,859 miles
    Test number
    897387979627
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass93,420 miles (+2,381)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    93,420 miles
    Test number
    922725115518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass91,039 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    91,039 miles
    Test number
    720041729899

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail91,038 miles (+3,408)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,038 miles
    Test number
    780445298881
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass87,630 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    87,630 miles
    Test number
    985427840050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail87,630 miles (+5,869)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,630 miles
    Test number
    440466798709
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass81,761 miles (+5,387)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    81,761 miles
    Test number
    953985957989
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear bumpstops perishing

  13. Pass76,374 miles (+7,231)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    76,374 miles
    Test number
    549170349204
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust section corroded

  14. Pass69,143 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    69,143 miles
    Test number
    303263105885

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail69,143 miles (+6,570)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,143 miles
    Test number
    340598095889
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

  16. Pass62,573 miles (+7,327)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    62,573 miles
    Test number
    775201305213
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass55,246 miles (+7,741)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    55,246 miles
    Test number
    229166494494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass47,505 miles (+7,778)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    47,505 miles
    Test number
    285999293446
    • NoteSmall cut in nsf tyre sidewall

  19. Pass39,727 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    39,727 miles
    Test number
    496448792175
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.2.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering arm damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Questions about LL09 WHJ

Does LL09 WHJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL09 WHJ is valid until 14 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL09 WHJ?
The MOT on LL09 WHJ is valid until 14 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL09 WHJ done?
LL09 WHJ was recorded at 104,465 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2026, an average of 4,684 miles a year.
Has LL09 WHJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL09 WHJ has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LL09 WHJ 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 WHJ find?
LL09 WHJ passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2026 with 3 advisories: central stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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