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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,422 cc

LR09 OOAMOT history

LR09 OOA is a black diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 18 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 4 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 166,103 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2025.

LR09 OOA black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Jan 2027
Mileage
166,103 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2025
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
9,020 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR09 OOA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,422 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
18 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR09 OOA was last recorded at 166,103 miles on 16 Dec 2025, 77 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
166,026 miles · 11 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
77 miles
Average per year
9,020 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 166,103 miles
  • 2024 – 154,146 miles
  • 2022 – 138,030 miles
  • 2021 – 130,795 miles
  • 2020 – 120,332 miles
  • 2019 – 105,931 miles
  • 2018 – 98,336 miles
  • 2017 – 89,831 miles
  • 2016 – 81,842 miles
  • 2015 – 74,189 miles
  • 2014 – 68,965 miles
  • 2013 – 52,681 miles
  • 2012 – 42,059 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,103 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wing (6.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 16 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,103 miles (+77)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    166,103 miles
    Test number
    567528119468
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wing (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail166,026 miles (+11,880)1 dangerous4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,026 miles
    Test number
    437965853367
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Smearling both sides (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wing (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass154,146 miles (+9,005)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    154,146 miles
    Test number
    824407644744
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wing (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass145,141 miles (+7,111)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    145,141 miles
    Test number
    453746876408
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass138,030 miles (+131)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    138,030 miles
    Test number
    566191259763
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Pipe. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge. (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail137,899 miles (+7,104)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,899 miles
    Test number
    347071775124
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) Inner rack ball joint excessive play. (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Pipe. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge. (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass130,795 miles (+389)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    130,795 miles
    Test number
    538541171618
    • DangerousNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Fail130,406 miles (+10,074)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,406 miles
    Test number
    193936704358
    • DangerousNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • MajorCentral Exhaust silencer insecure Clamp damaged (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Beam for LHD car (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Beam for LHD car (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass120,332 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    120,332 miles
    Test number
    881642511204
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  10. Fail120,332 miles (+14,401)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,332 miles
    Test number
    754459235918
    • DangerousNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  11. Pass105,931 miles (+7,595)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    105,931 miles
    Test number
    209318890853
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryLong travel handbrake
    • AdvisoryPoor beam pattern both headlights

  12. Pass98,336 miles (+8,505)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    98,336 miles
    Test number
    852983856415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass89,831 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    89,831 miles
    Test number
    792574839682
    • AdvisoryCenter exhaust clamp is corroded/broken.
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre is wearing on the inner edge.

  14. Fail89,828 miles (+7,986)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,828 miles
    Test number
    849518939671
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCenter exhaust clamp is corroded/broken.
    • AdvisoryLong handbrake travel.
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre is wearing on the inner edge.
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake is binding.

  15. Pass81,842 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    81,842 miles
    Test number
    792632680713
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components from full inspection
    • AdvisoryVery wet when tested

  16. Fail81,839 miles (+7,650)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,839 miles
    Test number
    658021590752
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on inner shoulder
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components from full inspection
    • AdvisoryVery wet when tested

  17. Pass74,189 miles (+5,224)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    74,189 miles
    Test number
    354003335743
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  18. Pass68,965 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    68,965 miles
    Test number
    519437534384
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn

  19. Fail110,925 miles (+47,313)2 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,925 miles
    Test number
    846467634387
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn

  20. Pass63,612 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    63,612 miles
    Test number
    348123974005
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Fail63,612 miles (+10,931)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,612 miles
    Test number
    637773974096
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass52,681 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    52,681 miles
    Test number
    888599553057
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Fail52,681 miles (+10,622)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,681 miles
    Test number
    189888753429
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Pass42,059 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    42,059 miles
    Test number
    958506672057
    • NoteO/s front tyre worn on edges
    • NoteWindscreen chipped

Questions about LR09 OOA

Does LR09 OOA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR09 OOA is valid until 4 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR09 OOA?
The MOT on LR09 OOA is valid until 4 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 OOA done?
LR09 OOA was recorded at 166,103 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2025, an average of 9,020 miles a year.
Has LR09 OOA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR09 OOA has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LR09 OOA 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 OOA find?
LR09 OOA passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2025 with 1 advisory: offside rear vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing.

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