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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 1,422 cc

LR09 YJCMOT history

LR09 YJC is a silver diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Mar 2009. Its MOT expired on 8 May 2025 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 126,791 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 May 2024.

LR09 YJC silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 8 May 2025
Mileage
126,791 mi
At MOT on 9 May 2024
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,006 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR09 YJC
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
31 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 May 2025
Latest MOT test
9 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR09 YJC was last recorded at 126,791 miles on 9 May 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 May 2024: 126,791 miles, lower than 233,351 miles on 25 Apr 2023.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
233,351 miles · 25 Apr 2023
Average per year
5,006 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 126,791 miles
  • 2023 – 233,351 miles
  • 2022 – 203,103 miles
  • 2021 – 195,134 miles
  • 2020 – 186,304 miles
  • 2019 – 161,230 miles
  • 2018 – 145,531 miles
  • 2017 – 143,373 miles
  • 2016 – 127,382 miles
  • 2015 – 113,002 miles
  • 2014 – 97,984 miles
  • 2013 – 82,223 miles
  • 2012 – 65,960 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,791 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

19 tests since 15 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,791 miles (-106,560)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2025
    Odometer
    126,791 miles
    Test number
    598871123590
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass233,351 miles (+30,248)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    233,351 miles
    Test number
    903616449796
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass203,103 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    203,103 miles
    Test number
    890112952025
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray

  4. Fail203,103 miles (+7,969)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,103 miles
    Test number
    215123165387
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray

  5. Pass195,134 miles (+8,830)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    195,134 miles
    Test number
    252457023570
    • AdvisoryPlastic engine covers and undertrays fitted

  6. Pass186,304 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    186,304 miles
    Test number
    355470568306
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm also worn smooth on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm also worn smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear all Passenger seats head restraints missing
    • AdvisoryReversing lamp not working

  7. Fail186,304 miles (+25,074)1 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,304 miles
    Test number
    635493336473
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm also worn smooth on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm also worn smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear all Passenger seats head restraints missing
    • AdvisoryReversing lamp not working

  8. Pass161,230 miles (+53)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    161,230 miles
    Test number
    631318367172
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  9. Fail161,177 miles (+15,646)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,177 miles
    Test number
    159346737834
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  10. Pass145,531 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    145,531 miles
    Test number
    202278805596
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

  11. Fail145,529 miles (+2,156)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,529 miles
    Test number
    186756201789
    • FailureOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

  12. Pass143,373 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    143,373 miles
    Test number
    798330602992
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Fail143,373 miles (+15,991)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,373 miles
    Test number
    725324167492
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass127,382 miles (+14,380)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    127,382 miles
    Test number
    763606338097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass113,002 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    113,002 miles
    Test number
    659965865085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail113,002 miles (+15,018)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,002 miles
    Test number
    729995765056
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  17. Pass97,984 miles (+15,761)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    97,984 miles
    Test number
    709039764007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass82,223 miles (+16,263)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    82,223 miles
    Test number
    628670163036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass65,960 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    65,960 miles
    Test number
    425175972011
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Questions about LR09 YJC

Does LR09 YJC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR09 YJC expired on 8 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR09 YJC?
The MOT on LR09 YJC expired on 8 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR09 YJC done?
LR09 YJC was recorded at 126,791 miles at its MOT on 9 May 2024, an average of 5,006 miles a year.
Has LR09 YJC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR09 YJC has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on LR09 YJC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 May 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LR09 YJC find?
LR09 YJC passed its latest MOT on 9 May 2024 with 7 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both, and 4 more.

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