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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,198 cc

LR09 SWYMOT history

LR09 SWY is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 26 Mar 2009. Its MOT expired on 20 Jun 2025 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 143,917 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jun 2024.

LR09 SWY black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 20 Jun 2025
Mileage
143,917 mi
At MOT on 21 Jun 2024
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,992 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR09 SWY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
26 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
21 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR09 SWY was last recorded at 143,917 miles on 21 Jun 2024, 9,795 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,122 miles · 16 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
9,795 miles
Average per year
9,992 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 143,917 miles
  • 2023 – 134,122 miles
  • 2022 – 123,100 miles
  • 2021 – 117,644 miles
  • 2020 – 111,933 miles
  • 2019 – 102,765 miles
  • 2018 – 93,185 miles
  • 2017 – 84,040 miles
  • 2016 – 75,148 miles
  • 2015 – 66,427 miles
  • 2014 – 52,225 miles
  • 2013 – 36,004 miles
  • 2012 – 21,083 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,917 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both front (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

19 tests since 6 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,917 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    143,917 miles
    Test number
    360376300772
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail143,917 miles (+9,795)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,917 miles
    Test number
    437996185550
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass134,122 miles (+11,022)4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    134,122 miles
    Test number
    271149495082
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both front (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip on windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass123,100 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    123,100 miles
    Test number
    539778327782
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both front lower arm ball joint dust covers. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail123,100 miles (+5,456)2 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,100 miles
    Test number
    750489804025
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both front lower arm ball joint dust covers. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass117,644 miles (+5,711)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    117,644 miles
    Test number
    642252057731
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass111,933 miles (+9,168)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    111,933 miles
    Test number
    795689676766
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front. (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass102,765 miles (+9,580)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    102,765 miles
    Test number
    821102845494
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  9. Pass93,185 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    93,185 miles
    Test number
    360712182262
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  10. Fail93,185 miles (+9,145)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,185 miles
    Test number
    780208378724
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Jubilee clip to tighten and secure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  11. Pass84,040 miles (+8,892)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    84,040 miles
    Test number
    113216590031
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Pass75,148 miles (+233)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2017
    Odometer
    75,148 miles
    Test number
    260860493121
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail74,915 miles (+8,488)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,915 miles
    Test number
    586894335373
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass66,427 miles (+34)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    66,427 miles
    Test number
    967770045102
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteNo rear seats fitted at time of test

  15. Fail66,393 miles (+14,168)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,393 miles
    Test number
    217508535190
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteNo rear seats fitted at time of test

  16. Pass52,225 miles (+16,221)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    52,225 miles
    Test number
    265112514438
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteRear seats not fitted at time of test

  17. Pass36,004 miles (+297)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    36,004 miles
    Test number
    928599403177
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Fail35,707 miles (+14,624)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,707 miles
    Test number
    557132203109
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass21,083 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    21,083 miles
    Test number
    426846362063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR09 SWY

Does LR09 SWY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR09 SWY expired on 20 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR09 SWY?
The MOT on LR09 SWY expired on 20 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR09 SWY done?
LR09 SWY was recorded at 143,917 miles at its MOT on 21 Jun 2024, an average of 9,992 miles a year.
Has LR09 SWY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR09 SWY has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on LR09 SWY 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 SWY find?
LR09 SWY passed its latest MOT on 21 Jun 2024 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: front lower suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 3 more.

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