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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 1,422 cc

LR09 SXVMOT history

LR09 SXV is a silver diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 26 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 13 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 142,870 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Apr 2026.

LR09 SXV silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Apr 2027
Mileage
142,870 mi
At MOT on 11 Apr 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,122 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR09 SXV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,422 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
26 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR09 SXV was last recorded at 142,870 miles on 11 Apr 2026, 10,877 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,993 miles · 12 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
10,877 miles
Average per year
8,122 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,870 miles
  • 2025 – 131,993 miles
  • 2024 – 120,837 miles
  • 2023 – 114,240 miles
  • 2022 – 107,462 miles
  • 2021 – 100,525 miles
  • 2020 – 92,338 miles
  • 2019 – 83,608 miles
  • 2018 – 77,110 miles
  • 2017 – 71,727 miles
  • 2016 – 65,113 miles
  • 2015 – 59,636 miles
  • 2014 – 49,948 miles
  • 2013 – 40,093 miles
  • 2012 – 28,838 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,870 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted obstructing clear view

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear exhaust box corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

20 tests since 27 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,870 miles (+10,877)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    142,870 miles
    Test number
    457664552194
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted obstructing clear view
  2. Pass131,993 miles (+11,156)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    131,993 miles
    Test number
    525060166258
    • MinorNearside Front Upper 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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box deteriorated
  3. Pass120,837 miles (+34)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    120,837 miles
    Test number
    232026036271
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded
  4. Fail120,803 miles (+6,563)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,803 miles
    Test number
    982104105695
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded
  5. Pass114,240 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    114,240 miles
    Test number
    142141991446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail114,240 miles (+172)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,240 miles
    Test number
    390559853490
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  7. Fail114,068 miles (+6,606)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,068 miles
    Test number
    621016919311
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed default limit of 0.7m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning in door mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
  8. Pass107,462 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    107,462 miles
    Test number
    456958715080
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  9. Fail107,462 miles (+6,937)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,462 miles
    Test number
    646802635121
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  10. Pass100,525 miles (+8,187)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    100,525 miles
    Test number
    456713959623
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has movement indicating incorrect adjustment
  11. Pass92,338 miles (+8,730)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    92,338 miles
    Test number
    796634253728
    • MinorRear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning both side (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively both side front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both side (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads are getting low
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted obstructing clear view of some items
  12. Pass83,608 miles (+6,498)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    83,608 miles
    Test number
    183675540061
    • AdvisoryFront Wipers slight smear
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also cracking on sidewalls (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also cracking on sidewalls (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass77,110 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    77,110 miles
    Test number
    955508976589

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail77,110 miles (+5,383)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,110 miles
    Test number
    426876867765
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside 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)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid near the MIN level
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake binding
  15. Pass71,727 miles (+6,614)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    71,727 miles
    Test number
    851787015994
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  16. Pass65,113 miles (+5,477)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    65,113 miles
    Test number
    638491903584
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover&under trays fitted
  17. Pass59,636 miles (+9,688)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    59,636 miles
    Test number
    748996085004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass49,948 miles (+9,855)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    49,948 miles
    Test number
    155323384006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass40,093 miles (+11,255)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    40,093 miles
    Test number
    198815383020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass28,838 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    28,838 miles
    Test number
    498677882021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR09 SXV

Does LR09 SXV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR09 SXV is valid until 13 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR09 SXV?
The MOT on LR09 SXV is valid until 13 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR09 SXV done?
LR09 SXV was recorded at 142,870 miles at its MOT on 11 Apr 2026, an average of 8,122 miles a year.
Has LR09 SXV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR09 SXV has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on LR09 SXV 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 SXV find?
LR09 SXV passed its latest MOT on 11 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; under tray fitted obstructing clear view.

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