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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,390 cc

LR09 GDEMOT history

LR09 GDE is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 27 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 43,379 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jan 2026.

LR09 GDE black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jan 2027
Mileage
43,379 mi
At MOT on 3 Jan 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,107 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR09 GDE
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
27 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR09 GDE was last recorded at 43,379 miles on 3 Jan 2026, 264 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
43,115 miles · 13 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
264 miles
Average per year
2,107 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 43,379 miles
  • 2025 – 43,115 miles
  • 2023 – 42,908 miles
  • 2022 – 35,631 miles
  • 2021 – 33,117 miles
  • 2020 – 30,557 miles
  • 2019 – 27,840 miles
  • 2018 – 24,731 miles
  • 2017 – 22,984 miles
  • 2015 – 20,674 miles
  • 2014 – 18,364 miles
  • 2013 – 15,032 miles
  • 2012 – 14,408 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass43,379 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

18 tests since 5 Apr 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass43,379 miles (+264)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    43,379 miles
    Test number
    745018182978

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass43,115 miles (+207)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    43,115 miles
    Test number
    301356659143
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH SIDES (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Pass42,908 miles (+762)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    42,908 miles
    Test number
    789103729327
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Pass42,146 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    42,146 miles
    Test number
    111033964921
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Fail42,146 miles (+6,515)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,146 miles
    Test number
    945019883436
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Pass35,631 miles (+2,514)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    35,631 miles
    Test number
    508039739002
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass33,117 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    33,117 miles
    Test number
    178171695731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail33,117 miles (+2,560)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,117 miles
    Test number
    485970175781
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both Side (3.4 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass30,557 miles (+2,717)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    30,557 miles
    Test number
    954771162868

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass27,840 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    27,840 miles
    Test number
    682556466592
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  11. Fail27,840 miles (+3,109)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,840 miles
    Test number
    994527184247
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Pass24,731 miles (+1,747)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    24,731 miles
    Test number
    992571552555
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass22,984 miles (+2,310)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    22,984 miles
    Test number
    426179522305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass20,674 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    20,674 miles
    Test number
    623825139052
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail20,674 miles (+2,310)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,674 miles
    Test number
    558424486422
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass18,364 miles (+3,332)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    18,364 miles
    Test number
    207213864313
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAll four tyres cracking

  17. Pass15,032 miles (+624)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    15,032 miles
    Test number
    366592893005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass14,408 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    14,408 miles
    Test number
    945346692039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR09 GDE

Does LR09 GDE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR09 GDE is valid until 12 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR09 GDE?
The MOT on LR09 GDE is valid until 12 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 GDE done?
LR09 GDE was recorded at 43,379 miles at its MOT on 3 Jan 2026, an average of 2,107 miles a year.
Has LR09 GDE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR09 GDE has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LR09 GDE 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 GDE find?
LR09 GDE passed its latest MOT on 3 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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