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Grey · Petrol · 2009 · 1,390 cc

LR09 LMUMOT history

LR09 LMU is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 16 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 16 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 66,333 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2026.

LR09 LMU grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Mar 2027
Mileage
66,333 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2026
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,227 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR09 LMU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
16 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR09 LMU was last recorded at 66,333 miles on 9 Mar 2026, 4,824 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
61,509 miles · 21 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,824 miles
Average per year
4,227 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 66,333 miles
  • 2025 – 61,509 miles
  • 2024 – 56,902 miles
  • 2023 – 51,838 miles
  • 2022 – 45,516 miles
  • 2021 – 39,887 miles
  • 2020 – 34,492 miles
  • 2019 – 31,416 miles
  • 2018 – 29,264 miles
  • 2017 – 23,346 miles
  • 2016 – 19,078 miles
  • 2015 – 17,153 miles
  • 2014 – 13,209 miles
  • 2013 – 8,985 miles
  • 2012 – 7,218 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass66,333 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ***Strong Advise*** 205/55/16

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Various body damage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

17 tests since 14 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass66,333 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    66,333 miles
    Test number
    283427192840
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail66,333 miles (+4,824)1 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,333 miles
    Test number
    150911636042
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (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 Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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 ** strong advise ** 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass61,509 miles (+4,607)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    61,509 miles
    Test number
    530509283317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass56,902 miles (+5,064)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    56,902 miles
    Test number
    739819045462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass51,838 miles (+6,322)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    51,838 miles
    Test number
    253001554470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass45,516 miles (+5,629)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    45,516 miles
    Test number
    326433155729
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread **Strong Advise** (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass39,887 miles (+5,395)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    39,887 miles
    Test number
    602435951630
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower suspension arm rear bushes deteriorating

  8. Pass34,492 miles (+3,076)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    34,492 miles
    Test number
    281884062308
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower arm rear bushes deteriorating

  9. Pass31,416 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    31,416 miles
    Test number
    988282420032
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ***Strong Advise*** 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious body damage

  10. Fail31,416 miles (+2,152)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,416 miles
    Test number
    996061135547
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure offshape 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure offshape 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ***Strong Advise*** 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious body damage

  11. Pass29,264 miles (+5,918)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    29,264 miles
    Test number
    351827408954

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass23,346 miles (+4,268)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    23,346 miles
    Test number
    997941582901

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass19,078 miles (+1,925)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    19,078 miles
    Test number
    493268045339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass17,153 miles (+3,944)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    17,153 miles
    Test number
    799650155067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass13,209 miles (+4,224)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    13,209 miles
    Test number
    708293474062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass8,985 miles (+1,767)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    8,985 miles
    Test number
    599847253066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass7,218 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    7,218 miles
    Test number
    439304872071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Questions about LR09 LMU

Does LR09 LMU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR09 LMU is valid until 16 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR09 LMU?
The MOT on LR09 LMU is valid until 16 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR09 LMU done?
LR09 LMU was recorded at 66,333 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2026, an average of 4,227 miles a year.
Has LR09 LMU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR09 LMU has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LR09 LMU 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 LMU find?
LR09 LMU passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; oil leak, but not excessive.

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