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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,390 cc

LR09 TWXMOT history

LR09 TWX is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 27 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 23 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 38,694 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2026.

LR09 TWX black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Feb 2027
Mileage
38,694 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,853 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR09 TWX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
27 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR09 TWX was last recorded at 38,694 miles on 23 Feb 2026, 1,652 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
37,042 miles · 20 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,652 miles
Average per year
1,853 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 38,694 miles
  • 2025 – 37,042 miles
  • 2024 – 34,925 miles
  • 2023 – 33,078 miles
  • 2022 – 31,536 miles
  • 2021 – 30,213 miles
  • 2020 – 28,905 miles
  • 2019 – 27,005 miles
  • 2018 – 25,101 miles
  • 2017 – 23,423 miles
  • 2016 – 21,454 miles
  • 2015 – 19,356 miles
  • 2014 – 17,267 miles
  • 2013 – 15,110 miles
  • 2012 – 12,751 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass38,694 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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 pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 22 Feb 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass38,694 miles (+1,652)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    38,694 miles
    Test number
    109530301831
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass37,042 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    37,042 miles
    Test number
    430771474160
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail37,029 miles (+2,104)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,029 miles
    Test number
    997444890697
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass34,925 miles (+1,847)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    34,925 miles
    Test number
    295549326313
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output water ingress (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Pass33,078 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    33,078 miles
    Test number
    633550726494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail33,077 miles (+1,541)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,077 miles
    Test number
    913289296120
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass31,536 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    31,536 miles
    Test number
    254144035965

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail31,535 miles (+1,322)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,535 miles
    Test number
    248054990463
    • MajorFront Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass30,213 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    30,213 miles
    Test number
    296196639904
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail30,213 miles (+1,308)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,213 miles
    Test number
    529990362568
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass28,905 miles (+1,900)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    28,905 miles
    Test number
    173174180118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass27,005 miles (+1,904)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    27,005 miles
    Test number
    863577908335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass25,101 miles (+1,678)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    25,101 miles
    Test number
    301543800594
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

  14. Pass23,423 miles (+1,969)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    23,423 miles
    Test number
    534172262721
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

  15. Pass21,454 miles (+2,098)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    21,454 miles
    Test number
    930122027402
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

  16. Pass19,356 miles (+2,089)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    19,356 miles
    Test number
    695590455033
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass17,267 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    17,267 miles
    Test number
    187959844418
    • NoteOffside rear tyre showing cracks on edges.

  18. Fail17,267 miles (+2,157)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,267 miles
    Test number
    438009344098
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre showing cracks on edges.

  19. Pass15,110 miles (+2,359)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    15,110 miles
    Test number
    387172753070
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer side wall with cut.

  20. Pass12,751 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    12,751 miles
    Test number
    157573652447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR09 TWX

Does LR09 TWX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR09 TWX is valid until 23 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR09 TWX?
The MOT on LR09 TWX is valid until 23 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR09 TWX done?
LR09 TWX was recorded at 38,694 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2026, an average of 1,853 miles a year.
Has LR09 TWX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR09 TWX has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LR09 TWX 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 TWX find?
LR09 TWX passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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