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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2009 · 1,390 cc

LR09 BYBMOT history

LR09 BYB is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 13 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 8 Oct 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 90,506 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Sept 2026.

LR09 BYB blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Oct 2027
Mileage
90,506 mi
At MOT on 17 Sept 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,779 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR09 BYB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
13 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR09 BYB was last recorded at 90,506 miles on 17 Sept 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,498 miles · 16 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
4,779 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,506 miles
  • 2025 – 89,644 miles
  • 2024 – 87,770 miles
  • 2023 – 85,839 miles
  • 2022 – 80,124 miles
  • 2021 – 74,920 miles
  • 2020 – 71,740 miles
  • 2019 – 67,950 miles
  • 2018 – 65,569 miles
  • 2017 – 62,535 miles
  • 2016 – 59,143 miles
  • 2015 – 51,341 miles
  • 2014 – 43,599 miles
  • 2013 – 32,925 miles
  • 2012 – 21,140 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,506 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 13 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,506 miles (+8)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    90,506 miles
    Test number
    841241431561
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail90,498 miles (+854)1 major3 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,498 miles
    Test number
    166347518205
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass89,644 miles (+1,874)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    89,644 miles
    Test number
    829047317979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass87,770 miles (+1,931)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    87,770 miles
    Test number
    289396224834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass85,839 miles (+5,715)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    85,839 miles
    Test number
    420151987380
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass80,124 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    80,124 miles
    Test number
    755555243997
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail80,121 miles (+5,201)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,121 miles
    Test number
    123230879957
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass74,920 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    74,920 miles
    Test number
    601264714481
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail74,920 miles (+3,180)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,920 miles
    Test number
    656700508258
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass71,740 miles (+3,790)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    71,740 miles
    Test number
    959550435249
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass67,950 miles (+2,381)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    67,950 miles
    Test number
    348918627774

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass65,569 miles (+3,034)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    65,569 miles
    Test number
    983159882007
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass62,535 miles (+3,392)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    62,535 miles
    Test number
    467897255205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass59,143 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    59,143 miles
    Test number
    257430282230
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail59,143 miles (+7,802)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,143 miles
    Test number
    692393899406
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass51,341 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    51,341 miles
    Test number
    647528665157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail51,341 miles (+7,742)1 dangerous2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,341 miles
    Test number
    899228465111
    • DangerousNearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteO/s/f tyre has slight cracking on inner and outer shoulders, and a serious tear on outer sidewall. rear tyres have slight cracking on inner and outer shoulders/sidewalls.
    • NoteO/s/r child seat should be facing the right way, (forwards), this is not a safe way to position an infant, and prevents the drivers seat to be adjusted.

  18. Pass43,599 miles (+10,674)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    43,599 miles
    Test number
    286357864115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass32,925 miles (+11,785)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    32,925 miles
    Test number
    476150573190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass21,140 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    21,140 miles
    Test number
    528613672015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR09 BYB

Does LR09 BYB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR09 BYB is valid until 8 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR09 BYB?
The MOT on LR09 BYB is valid until 8 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR09 BYB done?
LR09 BYB was recorded at 90,506 miles at its MOT on 17 Sept 2026, an average of 4,779 miles a year.
Has LR09 BYB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR09 BYB has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LR09 BYB 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 LR09 BYB find?
LR09 BYB passed its latest MOT on 17 Sept 2026 with 3 minor defects: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside headlamp lens slightly defective.

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