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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,968 cc

LR09 VKUMOT history

LR09 VKU is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 26 Mar 2009. Its MOT expired on 12 Oct 2026 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 155,017 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2025.

LR09 VKU black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 12 Oct 2026
Mileage
155,017 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2025
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,932 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR09 VKU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
26 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR09 VKU was last recorded at 155,017 miles on 13 Oct 2025, 10,540 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,477 miles · 27 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
10,540 miles
Average per year
8,932 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 155,017 miles
  • 2024 – 144,477 miles
  • 2023 – 130,177 miles
  • 2022 – 113,310 miles
  • 2021 – 97,658 miles
  • 2020 – 93,785 miles
  • 2019 – 84,849 miles
  • 2018 – 79,137 miles
  • 2017 – 71,647 miles
  • 2016 – 63,415 miles
  • 2015 – 56,128 miles
  • 2014 – 48,799 miles
  • 2013 – 43,636 miles
  • 2012 – 33,334 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,017 miles
  • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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 Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass155,017 miles (+10,540)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    155,017 miles
    Test number
    822231149055
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass144,477 miles (+14,300)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    144,477 miles
    Test number
    661732705999
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass130,177 miles (+16,867)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    130,177 miles
    Test number
    295576927477
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySound deadening material not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass113,310 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    113,310 miles
    Test number
    248243597873

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail113,310 miles (+15,652)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,310 miles
    Test number
    346903344459
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass97,658 miles (+27)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    97,658 miles
    Test number
    423403329312
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail97,631 miles (+3,846)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,631 miles
    Test number
    889705762695
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin not clearly visible, advise inspection. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass93,785 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2021
    Odometer
    93,785 miles
    Test number
    911677926187
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail93,784 miles (+8,935)1 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,784 miles
    Test number
    991534681699
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass84,849 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    84,849 miles
    Test number
    796241008085
    • AdvisoryRear tyres stepped/worn

  11. Fail84,844 miles (+5,707)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,844 miles
    Test number
    158511999549
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres stepped/worn

  12. Pass79,137 miles (+7,490)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    79,137 miles
    Test number
    800450631636

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass71,647 miles (+8,232)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    71,647 miles
    Test number
    274309731154
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass63,415 miles (+7,287)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    63,415 miles
    Test number
    795147073966
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn smooth on inner edge

  15. Pass56,128 miles (+7,329)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    56,128 miles
    Test number
    808372865036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass48,799 miles (+5,163)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    48,799 miles
    Test number
    546302474096
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  17. Pass43,636 miles (+10,302)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    43,636 miles
    Test number
    756613773027
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on inner edge and in poor condition
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn low and uneven

  18. Pass33,334 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    33,334 miles
    Test number
    545989352093
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edge

Questions about LR09 VKU

Does LR09 VKU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR09 VKU expired on 12 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR09 VKU?
The MOT on LR09 VKU expired on 12 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR09 VKU done?
LR09 VKU was recorded at 155,017 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2025, an average of 8,932 miles a year.
Has LR09 VKU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR09 VKU has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LR09 VKU 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 VKU find?
LR09 VKU passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; front inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides, and 4 more.

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