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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2009 · 1,198 cc

LL59 ETRMOT history

LL59 ETR is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 25 Nov 2009. Its MOT is valid until 22 Oct 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 52,436 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2026.

LL59 ETR silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Oct 2027
Mileage
52,436 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,259 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL59 ETR
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 22 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL59 ETR was last recorded at 52,436 miles on 22 Oct 2026, 1,500 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
50,936 miles · 23 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,500 miles
Average per year
2,259 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 52,436 miles
  • 2025 – 50,936 miles
  • 2024 – 49,223 miles
  • 2023 – 47,534 miles
  • 2022 – 46,010 miles
  • 2021 – 44,748 miles
  • 2020 – 42,618 miles
  • 2019 – 41,084 miles
  • 2018 – 40,075 miles
  • 2017 – 38,210 miles
  • 2016 – 35,555 miles
  • 2015 – 32,959 miles
  • 2014 – 29,792 miles
  • 2013 – 25,265 miles
  • 2012 – 21,008 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass52,436 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

19 tests since 22 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass52,436 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    52,436 miles
    Test number
    575786400015
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail52,433 miles (+1,497)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,433 miles
    Test number
    734308288098
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass50,936 miles (+1,713)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    50,936 miles
    Test number
    929705372673
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass49,223 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    49,223 miles
    Test number
    826965347095
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail49,221 miles (+1,687)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,221 miles
    Test number
    385478426441
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass47,534 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    47,534 miles
    Test number
    144792039139
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail47,531 miles (+1,521)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,531 miles
    Test number
    151181240322
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass46,010 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    46,010 miles
    Test number
    274827187327
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail46,008 miles (+1,260)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,008 miles
    Test number
    815028524133
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 also near limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass44,748 miles (+2,130)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    44,748 miles
    Test number
    323514553339
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 also near limits (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass42,618 miles (+1,534)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    42,618 miles
    Test number
    789568730539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass41,084 miles (+1,009)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    41,084 miles
    Test number
    642734672065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass40,075 miles (+1,865)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    40,075 miles
    Test number
    420450153336
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass38,210 miles (+2,655)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    38,210 miles
    Test number
    134191285002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass35,555 miles (+2,596)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    35,555 miles
    Test number
    636081769028
    • AdvisoryNail in offside front tyre
    • AdvisorySmall cracks on front and rear tyre valves

  16. Pass32,959 miles (+3,167)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    32,959 miles
    Test number
    338646499022
    • AdvisoryCentre Front exhaust flexi slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass29,792 miles (+4,527)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    29,792 miles
    Test number
    665995664392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass25,265 miles (+4,257)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    25,265 miles
    Test number
    965154123325
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  19. Pass21,008 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    21,008 miles
    Test number
    589957722385
    • Note1 long travel on hand brake

Questions about LL59 ETR

Does LL59 ETR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL59 ETR is valid until 22 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL59 ETR?
The MOT on LL59 ETR is valid until 22 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL59 ETR done?
LL59 ETR was recorded at 52,436 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2026, an average of 2,259 miles a year.
Has LL59 ETR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL59 ETR has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LL59 ETR 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 ETR find?
LL59 ETR passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both; offside rear shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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