
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.

- 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
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.
- 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
- 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
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.
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
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
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
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
Pass114,240 miles
- MOT expiry
- 13 Apr 2024
- Odometer
- 114,240 miles
- Test number
- 142141991446
No defects or advisories recorded.
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))
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))
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))
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))
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
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
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))
Pass77,110 miles
- MOT expiry
- 26 Mar 2019
- Odometer
- 77,110 miles
- Test number
- 955508976589
No defects or advisories recorded.
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
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)
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
Pass59,636 miles (+9,688)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Mar 2016
- Odometer
- 59,636 miles
- Test number
- 748996085004
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass49,948 miles (+9,855)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Mar 2015
- Odometer
- 49,948 miles
- Test number
- 155323384006
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass40,093 miles (+11,255)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Mar 2014
- Odometer
- 40,093 miles
- Test number
- 198815383020
No defects or advisories recorded.
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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