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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2009 · 1,390 cc

LR09 XVLMOT history

LR09 XVL is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 27 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 12 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 120,653 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2026.

LR09 XVL silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 May 2027
Mileage
120,653 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,051 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR09 XVL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
27 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 May 2027
Latest MOT test
13 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR09 XVL was last recorded at 120,653 miles on 13 May 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,652 miles · 19 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
5,051 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,653 miles
  • 2025 – 108,370 miles
  • 2024 – 101,629 miles
  • 2023 – 93,395 miles
  • 2022 – 85,214 miles
  • 2021 – 76,913 miles
  • 2020 – 73,983 miles
  • 2019 – 63,902 miles
  • 2018 – 63,546 miles
  • 2017 – 62,886 miles
  • 2016 – 61,433 miles
  • 2015 – 59,475 miles
  • 2014 – 56,621 miles
  • 2013 – 53,222 miles
  • 2012 – 50,062 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,653 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Seepage.

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

20 tests since 21 May 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,653 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2027
    Odometer
    120,653 miles
    Test number
    990381018894
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail120,652 miles (+12,282)2 dangerous4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,652 miles
    Test number
    582399653248
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front cv boot cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass108,370 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    108,370 miles
    Test number
    332941526504
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail108,368 miles (+6,739)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,368 miles
    Test number
    638273462397
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass101,629 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    101,629 miles
    Test number
    210905768868
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brakes showing signs of over heating
  6. Fail101,629 miles (+8,234)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,629 miles
    Test number
    608759290037
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brakes showing signs of over heating
  7. Pass93,395 miles (+8,181)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    93,395 miles
    Test number
    448782930986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass85,214 miles (+1)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    85,214 miles
    Test number
    676978819003
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Seepage. (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Fail85,213 miles (+8,300)2 dangerous1 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,213 miles
    Test number
    355328308643
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Seepage. (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2055516 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass76,913 miles (+2,930)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    76,913 miles
    Test number
    522124562009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass73,983 miles (+10,081)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    73,983 miles
    Test number
    187166659342
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  12. Pass63,902 miles (+356)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2020
    Odometer
    63,902 miles
    Test number
    361288258900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass63,546 miles (+660)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2019
    Odometer
    63,546 miles
    Test number
    874014249366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass62,886 miles (+1,453)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2018
    Odometer
    62,886 miles
    Test number
    372156214159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass61,433 miles (+1,958)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2017
    Odometer
    61,433 miles
    Test number
    105490653742

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass59,475 miles (+2,854)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2016
    Odometer
    59,475 miles
    Test number
    925828135157
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
  17. Pass56,621 miles (+3,399)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2015
    Odometer
    56,621 miles
    Test number
    527982414109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail53,222 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,222 miles
    Test number
    447990223178
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  19. Pass53,222 miles (+3,160)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2014
    Odometer
    53,222 miles
    Test number
    665770423196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass50,062 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2013
    Odometer
    50,062 miles
    Test number
    429372942127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR09 XVL

Does LR09 XVL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR09 XVL is valid until 12 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR09 XVL?
The MOT on LR09 XVL is valid until 12 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR09 XVL done?
LR09 XVL was recorded at 120,653 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2026, an average of 5,051 miles a year.
Has LR09 XVL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR09 XVL has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LR09 XVL 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 XVL find?
LR09 XVL passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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