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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2009 · 1,198 cc

LR09 BYGMOT history

LR09 BYG is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 24 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 126,310 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jan 2026.

LR09 BYG grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jan 2027
Mileage
126,310 mi
At MOT on 17 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,177 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR09 BYG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
24 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR09 BYG was last recorded at 126,310 miles on 17 Jan 2026, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,299 miles · 16 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
7,177 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,310 miles
  • 2025 – 123,789 miles
  • 2023 – 119,504 miles
  • 2022 – 115,093 miles
  • 2021 – 110,564 miles
  • 2020 – 104,789 miles
  • 2019 – 99,464 miles
  • 2018 – 93,807 miles
  • 2017 – 85,547 miles
  • 2016 – 73,989 miles
  • 2015 – 62,608 miles
  • 2014 – 56,258 miles
  • 2013 – 39,007 miles
  • 2012 – 27,350 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,310 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))

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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

20 tests since 4 Apr 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,310 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    126,310 miles
    Test number
    511043948962
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))
  2. Fail126,299 miles (+2,510)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,299 miles
    Test number
    727021438697
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  3. Pass123,789 miles (+4,285)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    123,789 miles
    Test number
    536894934612
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  4. Pass119,504 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    119,504 miles
    Test number
    159319513931

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail119,504 miles (+4,411)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,504 miles
    Test number
    134113534393
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Front flexi section blowing (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass115,093 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    115,093 miles
    Test number
    116866561376
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Fail115,093 miles (+4,529)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,093 miles
    Test number
    806713847909
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Pass110,564 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    110,564 miles
    Test number
    487576941823

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail110,564 miles (+5,775)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,564 miles
    Test number
    633372158785
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  10. Pass104,789 miles (+5,325)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    104,789 miles
    Test number
    199443768610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass99,464 miles (+5,657)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    99,464 miles
    Test number
    435351866485
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower anti roll bar linkage ball-joint dust cover deteriorated but still prevents the ingress of dirt
    • AdvisoryParking brake leaver needs adjustment
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroded
  12. Pass93,807 miles (+8,260)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    93,807 miles
    Test number
    253840453220
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn low.
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake has a slight bind.
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroded. (not bowing)
  13. Pass85,547 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    85,547 miles
    Test number
    861394453324
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
  14. Fail85,547 miles (+11,558)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,547 miles
    Test number
    636007724926
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
  15. Pass73,989 miles (+11,381)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    73,989 miles
    Test number
    202670719978
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust det
    • AdvisoryO/s rear handbrake effort slightly low
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  16. Pass62,608 miles (+6,350)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    62,608 miles
    Test number
    477599706158
    • Advisory195 55 r 15 85 v
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth the rear tyres are perrished dot codes 2009
    • AdvisoryNail osr tyre
    • AdvisoryThe osf anti roll bar link top gaiter is slightly spltt
  17. Pass56,258 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    56,258 miles
    Test number
    499645074273
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteRear tyres show signs of ageing and slight uneven wear
  18. Fail56,258 miles (+17,251)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,258 miles
    Test number
    107564874293
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteRear tyres show signs of ageing and slight uneven wear
  19. Pass39,007 miles (+11,657)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    39,007 miles
    Test number
    635251723211
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
  20. Pass27,350 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    27,350 miles
    Test number
    729795392063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR09 BYG

Does LR09 BYG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR09 BYG is valid until 16 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR09 BYG?
The MOT on LR09 BYG is valid until 16 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR09 BYG done?
LR09 BYG was recorded at 126,310 miles at its MOT on 17 Jan 2026, an average of 7,177 miles a year.
Has LR09 BYG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR09 BYG has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LR09 BYG 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 BYG find?
LR09 BYG passed its latest MOT on 17 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side.

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