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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,390 cc

LM09 SNKMOT history

LM09 SNK is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 15 May 2009. Its MOT expired on 27 Apr 2026 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 146,089 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2025.

LM09 SNK black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 27 Apr 2026
Mileage
146,089 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2025
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
10,139 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM09 SNK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
15 May 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM09 SNK was last recorded at 146,089 miles on 28 Apr 2025, 16,994 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,095 miles · 8 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
16,994 miles
Average per year
10,139 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 146,089 miles
  • 2023 – 129,095 miles
  • 2021 – 115,772 miles
  • 2020 – 110,088 miles
  • 2019 – 101,342 miles
  • 2018 – 89,109 miles
  • 2017 – 76,403 miles
  • 2016 – 59,903 miles
  • 2015 – 47,911 miles
  • 2014 – 38,019 miles
  • 2013 – 24,961 miles
  • 2012 – 14,762 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,089 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Rear 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 (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

20 tests since 15 May 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,089 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    146,089 miles
    Test number
    230816705831
    • MinorOffside Rear 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 (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail146,089 miles (+16,994)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,089 miles
    Test number
    767100788747
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear 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 (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass129,095 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    129,095 miles
    Test number
    761684602433
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail129,095 miles (+13,323)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,095 miles
    Test number
    297884371737
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass115,772 miles (+5,684)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    115,772 miles
    Test number
    978727038445
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass110,088 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    110,088 miles
    Test number
    346024345658
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail110,088 miles (+8,746)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,088 miles
    Test number
    365615034755
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass101,342 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    101,342 miles
    Test number
    958008817059
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail101,334 miles (+12,225)1 dangerous9 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,334 miles
    Test number
    667438828682
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorUpper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass89,109 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    89,109 miles
    Test number
    360773562470
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail89,109 miles (+12,706)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,109 miles
    Test number
    948726204446
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass76,403 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    76,403 miles
    Test number
    751373336411
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail76,403 miles (+16,500)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,403 miles
    Test number
    273043650729
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Lower Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass59,903 miles (+11,992)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    59,903 miles
    Test number
    894962491291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass47,911 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    47,911 miles
    Test number
    257359765485
    • NoteSee seperate advisory sheet

  16. Fail47,911 miles (+9,892)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,911 miles
    Test number
    479259665153
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteSee seperate advisory sheet

  17. Pass38,019 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    38,019 miles
    Test number
    105658644131
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Fail38,019 miles (+13,058)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,019 miles
    Test number
    716428644189
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass24,961 miles (+10,199)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2014
    Odometer
    24,961 miles
    Test number
    236372443433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass14,762 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2013
    Odometer
    14,762 miles
    Test number
    997976332177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM09 SNK

Does LM09 SNK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM09 SNK expired on 27 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM09 SNK?
The MOT on LM09 SNK expired on 27 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM09 SNK done?
LM09 SNK was recorded at 146,089 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2025, an average of 10,139 miles a year.
Has LM09 SNK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM09 SNK has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LM09 SNK 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 LM09 SNK find?
LM09 SNK passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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