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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 1,390 cc

LR09 YJBMOT history

LR09 YJB is a silver diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 27 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 87,355 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Aug 2026.

LR09 YJB silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Aug 2027
Mileage
87,355 mi
At MOT on 27 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,044 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR09 YJB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
31 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR09 YJB was last recorded at 87,355 miles on 27 Aug 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,352 miles · 26 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
4,044 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,355 miles
  • 2025 – 83,490 miles
  • 2024 – 79,025 miles
  • 2023 – 73,914 miles
  • 2022 – 70,280 miles
  • 2021 – 66,488 miles
  • 2020 – 63,220 miles
  • 2019 – 58,196 miles
  • 2018 – 54,169 miles
  • 2016 – 48,194 miles
  • 2015 – 44,720 miles
  • 2014 – 40,432 miles
  • 2013 – 36,706 miles
  • 2012 – 30,472 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,355 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (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.

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Both front tyres worn inner edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Exhaust box corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 3 Aug 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,355 miles (+3)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    87,355 miles
    Test number
    365809608799
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail87,352 miles (+3,862)8 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,352 miles
    Test number
    368399096564
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass83,490 miles (+4,465)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    83,490 miles
    Test number
    550553904075
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass79,025 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    79,025 miles
    Test number
    685807851699
    • 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))

  5. Fail79,025 miles (+5,111)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,025 miles
    Test number
    558148630660
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass73,914 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    73,914 miles
    Test number
    588702939498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail73,914 miles (+1,021)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,914 miles
    Test number
    973182210603
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass72,893 miles (+2,613)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    72,893 miles
    Test number
    895390518035
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin on limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  9. Pass70,280 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    70,280 miles
    Test number
    166445899963
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn inner edges

  10. Fail70,280 miles (+3,792)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,280 miles
    Test number
    178994490643
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn inner edges

  11. Pass66,488 miles (+3,268)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    66,488 miles
    Test number
    967398802776
    • AdvisoryFront sml oil
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Mirror side repeater working but dim.
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryService due spanner illuminated

  12. Pass63,220 miles (+5,024)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    63,220 miles
    Test number
    917967763856
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust back box corroded

  13. Pass58,196 miles (+4,027)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    58,196 miles
    Test number
    121539228818
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning x4 out of 13 not working (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sml oil leak
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  14. Pass54,169 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    54,169 miles
    Test number
    972943825979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail54,169 miles (+5,975)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,169 miles
    Test number
    417575349801
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working N/S O/S Rear (1.1.C.1d)

  16. Pass48,194 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    48,194 miles
    Test number
    171843811884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail48,194 miles (+3,474)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,194 miles
    Test number
    141930798602
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass44,720 miles (+4,288)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    44,720 miles
    Test number
    448507476041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass40,432 miles (+3,726)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    40,432 miles
    Test number
    758721984232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass36,706 miles (+6,234)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    36,706 miles
    Test number
    975635443202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass30,472 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    30,472 miles
    Test number
    815836412228
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  22. Fail30,472 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,472 miles
    Test number
    987946012259
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

Questions about LR09 YJB

Does LR09 YJB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR09 YJB is valid until 27 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR09 YJB?
The MOT on LR09 YJB is valid until 27 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR09 YJB done?
LR09 YJB was recorded at 87,355 miles at its MOT on 27 Aug 2026, an average of 4,044 miles a year.
Has LR09 YJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR09 YJB has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LR09 YJB 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 YJB find?
LR09 YJB passed its latest MOT on 27 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect: nearside front direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning.

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