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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2009 · 1,198 cc

LL59 ETVMOT history

LL59 ETV is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 24 Nov 2009. Its MOT expired on 10 Oct 2026 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 136,376 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2026.

LL59 ETV silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 10 Oct 2026
Mileage
136,376 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2026
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,172 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL59 ETV
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
24 Nov 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LL59 ETV was last recorded at 136,376 miles on 8 Oct 2026, 15,477 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,899 miles · 11 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
15,477 miles
Average per year
7,172 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,376 miles
  • 2025 – 120,899 miles
  • 2024 – 117,297 miles
  • 2023 – 112,634 miles
  • 2022 – 109,093 miles
  • 2020 – 96,445 miles
  • 2019 – 90,830 miles
  • 2018 – 85,344 miles
  • 2017 – 82,553 miles
  • 2016 – 74,875 miles
  • 2015 – 69,792 miles
  • 2014 – 60,174 miles
  • 2013 – 44,167 miles
  • 2012 – 36,386 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail136,376 miles
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorFront Position lamp not working both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2024

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

21 tests since 29 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail136,376 miles (+15,477)8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,376 miles
    Test number
    873499861100
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass120,899 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    120,899 miles
    Test number
    777915784892
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Rear both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front And Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play Front both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail120,899 miles (+3,602)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,899 miles
    Test number
    855401402436
    • Repaired at testBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Rear both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front And Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play Front both sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass117,297 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    117,297 miles
    Test number
    478947323553
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail117,297 miles (+4,663)1 dangerous10 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,297 miles
    Test number
    219744243693
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror insecure cover (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror insecure cover (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working All (3.5 (a))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass112,634 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    112,634 miles
    Test number
    621231761665
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering linkage lightly rubbing both sides (2.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail112,633 miles (+3,540)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,633 miles
    Test number
    182786177535
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering linkage lightly rubbing both sides (2.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass109,093 miles (+25)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    109,093 miles
    Test number
    160998814262
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear sub fram corrorded

  9. Fail109,068 miles (+12,623)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,068 miles
    Test number
    201510363724
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear sub fram corrorded

  10. Pass96,445 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    96,445 miles
    Test number
    479041534883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail96,445 miles (+5,615)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,445 miles
    Test number
    475370425737
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass90,830 miles (+5,486)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    90,830 miles
    Test number
    602589718213
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass85,344 miles (+2,791)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    85,344 miles
    Test number
    724751024723
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi very slight (6.1.2 (a))

  14. Pass82,553 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    82,553 miles
    Test number
    486460992068
    • 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)

  15. Fail82,553 miles (+7,678)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,553 miles
    Test number
    602919534645
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • 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)

  16. Pass74,875 miles (+5,083)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    74,875 miles
    Test number
    726477099599
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Pass69,792 miles (+9,618)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    69,792 miles
    Test number
    887078105286
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNearside rear bump stop split

  18. Pass60,174 miles (+3)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    60,174 miles
    Test number
    185815924236
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight play in n/s/f wheel

  19. Fail60,171 miles (+16,004)4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,171 miles
    Test number
    447423624242
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight play in n/s/f wheel

  20. Pass44,167 miles (+7,781)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    44,167 miles
    Test number
    939662533262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass36,386 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    36,386 miles
    Test number
    847503202397
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteVery slight play in N/S/F wheel ?

Questions about LL59 ETV

Does LL59 ETV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL59 ETV expired on 10 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL59 ETV?
The MOT on LL59 ETV expired on 10 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL59 ETV done?
LL59 ETV was recorded at 136,376 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2026, an average of 7,172 miles a year.
Has LL59 ETV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL59 ETV has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LL59 ETV 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 ETV find?
LL59 ETV failed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2026 with 8 major defects: emissions unable to be completed; front position lamp not working both sides; front windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, and 5 more.

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