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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2009 · 1,390 cc

LR09 SXMMOT history

LR09 SXM is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 26 Mar 2009. Its MOT expired on 5 Jun 2025 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 71,775 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jun 2024.

LR09 SXM silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 5 Jun 2025
Mileage
71,775 mi
At MOT on 6 Jun 2024
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,902 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR09 SXM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
26 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
6 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR09 SXM was last recorded at 71,775 miles on 6 Jun 2024, 115 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,660 miles · 9 May 2024
Between the last two tests
115 miles
Average per year
4,902 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 71,775 miles
  • 2023 – 55,056 miles
  • 2022 – 44,132 miles
  • 2021 – 40,164 miles
  • 2020 – 35,700 miles
  • 2019 – 31,184 miles
  • 2018 – 29,917 miles
  • 2017 – 26,661 miles
  • 2016 – 23,893 miles
  • 2015 – 20,955 miles
  • 2014 – 17,780 miles
  • 2013 – 14,977 miles
  • 2012 – 12,015 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,775 miles
  • MinorHazard warning switch faulty STICKING (4.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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 Rear Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

18 tests since 28 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,775 miles (+115)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    71,775 miles
    Test number
    344710442979
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty STICKING (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail71,660 miles (+16,604)9 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,660 miles
    Test number
    941101333865
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Back box and flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass55,056 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    55,056 miles
    Test number
    907620986063
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail55,056 miles (+10,924)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,056 miles
    Test number
    956035413763
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective no aim line (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass44,132 miles (+3,968)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    44,132 miles
    Test number
    228159501902
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass40,164 miles (+4,464)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    40,164 miles
    Test number
    342089130859
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass35,700 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    35,700 miles
    Test number
    993238547196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail35,700 miles (+4,516)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,700 miles
    Test number
    289269642914
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  9. Pass31,184 miles (+38)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    31,184 miles
    Test number
    321742258235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass31,146 miles (+1,229)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    31,146 miles
    Test number
    444479839000
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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 195 55 15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box heavily corroded
  11. Pass29,917 miles (+3,256)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    29,917 miles
    Test number
    820146803136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass26,661 miles (+2,768)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    26,661 miles
    Test number
    162340710488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass23,893 miles (+2,938)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    23,893 miles
    Test number
    391442459214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass20,955 miles (+3,175)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    20,955 miles
    Test number
    529392975067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail17,780 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,780 miles
    Test number
    118912274089
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteNail in o/s/r tyre
  16. Pass17,780 miles (+2,803)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    17,780 miles
    Test number
    788182974044
    • NoteNail in o/s/r tyre
  17. Pass14,977 miles (+2,962)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    14,977 miles
    Test number
    237091283009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass12,015 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    12,015 miles
    Test number
    565348882069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR09 SXM

Does LR09 SXM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR09 SXM expired on 5 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR09 SXM?
The MOT on LR09 SXM expired on 5 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR09 SXM done?
LR09 SXM was recorded at 71,775 miles at its MOT on 6 Jun 2024, an average of 4,902 miles a year.
Has LR09 SXM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR09 SXM has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 9 May 2024.
Has the mileage on LR09 SXM 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 SXM find?
LR09 SXM passed its latest MOT on 6 Jun 2024 with 3 minor defects and 1 advisory: hazard warning switch faulty sticking; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light, and 1 more.

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