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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2009 · 1,198 cc

LL59 ESYMOT history

LL59 ESY is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 25 Nov 2009. Its MOT is valid until 12 Sept 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 104,758 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2026.

LL59 ESY silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Sept 2027
Mileage
104,758 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,458 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL59 ESY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
25 Nov 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL59 ESY was last recorded at 104,758 miles on 11 Sept 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,757 miles · 9 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
5,458 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,758 miles
  • 2025 – 100,271 miles
  • 2024 – 91,863 miles
  • 2023 – 79,154 miles
  • 2021 – 78,514 miles
  • 2020 – 77,444 miles
  • 2019 – 76,579 miles
  • 2018 – 73,153 miles
  • 2017 – 66,555 miles
  • 2016 – 58,710 miles
  • 2015 – 51,155 miles
  • 2014 – 40,396 miles
  • 2013 – 35,674 miles
  • 2012 – 29,351 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,758 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Secondary bonnet safety catch stiff / wornRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Drive shaft damaged but serviceable Driveshaft corroded (6.1.7 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Axle corroded (5.3.3 (b) (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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass104,758 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    104,758 miles
    Test number
    830471197330
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Secondary bonnet safety catch stiff / worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drive shaft damaged but serviceable Driveshaft corroded (6.1.7 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Axle corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail104,757 miles (+4,486)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,757 miles
    Test number
    892592608113
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable damaged Handbrake cable outer casing collapsed (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Secondary bonnet safety catch stiff / worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drive shaft damaged but serviceable Driveshaft corroded (6.1.7 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Axle corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass100,271 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    100,271 miles
    Test number
    368034062020
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Swinging axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySecondary bonnet catch stiff / worn
  4. Fail100,271 miles (+8,408)1 dangerous4 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,271 miles
    Test number
    882213125334
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Swinging axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySecondary bonnet catch stiff / worn
  5. Pass91,863 miles (+8)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    91,863 miles
    Test number
    612063654618
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  6. Fail91,855 miles (+12,701)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,855 miles
    Test number
    389470991354
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  7. Pass79,154 miles (+640)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    79,154 miles
    Test number
    541568969388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass78,514 miles (+1,070)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    78,514 miles
    Test number
    489512337235
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner track rod has slight play
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box corroded and peeling
  9. Pass77,444 miles (+865)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    77,444 miles
    Test number
    590317485211
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear section corroded and delaminating
    • AdvisoryNearside number plate bulb light output deteriorated
  10. Pass76,579 miles (+3,426)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    76,579 miles
    Test number
    706043692681
    • AdvisoryExhaust system showing corrosion / back box outer casing starting to split / flaking
    • AdvisorySlight dent on o/s/f wing
    • AdvisoryTyres becoming slightly cracked / perished 195 / 55 / 15
    • AdvisoryUnderside / components showing surface corrosion
  11. Pass73,153 miles (+6,598)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    73,153 miles
    Test number
    416433780237
    • AdvisoryN/s no plate light slightly dull
    • AdvisoryO/s/f wing slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryUnderside / steering / suspension / braking components showing general surface corrosion
  12. Pass66,555 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    66,555 miles
    Test number
    343266658757

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail66,555 miles (+7,845)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,555 miles
    Test number
    354775256237
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
  14. Pass58,710 miles (+7,555)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    58,710 miles
    Test number
    845589610547
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (7.1.2)
  15. Pass51,155 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    51,155 miles
    Test number
    244883803640
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
  16. Fail51,155 miles (+10,759)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,155 miles
    Test number
    806361104191
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
  17. Pass40,396 miles (+4,722)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    40,396 miles
    Test number
    189804214344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,674 miles (+6,323)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    35,674 miles
    Test number
    605944423317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail29,351 miles3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,351 miles
    Test number
    898982622343
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • 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)
  20. Pass29,351 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    29,351 miles
    Test number
    935892622345
    • 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)

Questions about LL59 ESY

Does LL59 ESY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL59 ESY is valid until 12 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL59 ESY?
The MOT on LL59 ESY is valid until 12 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL59 ESY done?
LL59 ESY was recorded at 104,758 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2026, an average of 5,458 miles a year.
Has LL59 ESY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL59 ESY has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LL59 ESY 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 LL59 ESY find?
LL59 ESY passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2026 with 5 advisories: front lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both arms corroded; front secondary bonnet safety catch stiff / worn; offside front drive shaft damaged but serviceable driveshaft corroded, and 2 more.

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