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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,198 cc

LR59 UBTMOT history

LR59 UBT is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 24 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 30 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 130,110 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

LR59 UBT black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Sept 2027
Mileage
130,110 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,150 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR59 UBT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
24 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR59 UBT was last recorded at 130,110 miles on 1 Oct 2026, 7,848 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,262 miles · 29 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
7,848 miles
Average per year
8,150 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,110 miles
  • 2025 – 122,262 miles
  • 2024 – 114,264 miles
  • 2022 – 100,154 miles
  • 2021 – 89,802 miles
  • 2020 – 74,559 miles
  • 2019 – 73,796 miles
  • 2018 – 72,475 miles
  • 2017 – 60,385 miles
  • 2016 – 44,104 miles
  • 2015 – 29,952 miles
  • 2014 – 18,194 miles
  • 2013 – 17,269 miles
  • 2012 – 15,401 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,110 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH SIDES (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear AXLE CORRODEDRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass130,110 miles (+7,848)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    130,110 miles
    Test number
    434261252452
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH SIDES (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear AXLE CORRODED

  2. Pass122,262 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    122,262 miles
    Test number
    166419856604
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Fail122,262 miles (+7,998)4 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,262 miles
    Test number
    291804526362
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Headlamp not working on dipped beam both sides (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Pass114,264 miles (+14,110)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    114,264 miles
    Test number
    342789515499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass100,154 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    100,154 miles
    Test number
    526676053419
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail100,154 miles (+10,352)3 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,154 miles
    Test number
    699084994046
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass89,802 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    89,802 miles
    Test number
    561604061168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail89,802 miles (+15,243)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,802 miles
    Test number
    520882742563
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass74,559 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    74,559 miles
    Test number
    361395091322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail74,559 miles (+763)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,559 miles
    Test number
    812502519533
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass73,796 miles (+1,321)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    73,796 miles
    Test number
    714919980138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass72,475 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    72,475 miles
    Test number
    663927222937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail72,475 miles (+12,090)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,475 miles
    Test number
    514841594836
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

  14. Pass60,385 miles (+6,149)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    60,385 miles
    Test number
    439769032418
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass54,236 miles (+10,132)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2018
    Odometer
    54,236 miles
    Test number
    767091132648
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass44,104 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    44,104 miles
    Test number
    771890006622
    • AdvisoryEngine Management Warning Light illuminated

  17. Fail44,104 miles (+14,152)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,104 miles
    Test number
    135601067702
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryEngine Management Warning Light illuminated

  18. Pass29,952 miles (+11,758)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    29,952 miles
    Test number
    659606625256
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres bould on inner edge

  19. Pass18,194 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    18,194 miles
    Test number
    609418924210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail18,194 miles (+925)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,194 miles
    Test number
    716168124257
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • NoteNearside front steering track rod end cover damage up.

  21. Pass17,269 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    17,269 miles
    Test number
    869081943284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail17,269 miles (+1,868)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,269 miles
    Test number
    165331743238
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNearside front windscreen wiper blade smearing screen.

  23. Pass15,401 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    15,401 miles
    Test number
    705067742280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR59 UBT

Does LR59 UBT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR59 UBT is valid until 30 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR59 UBT?
The MOT on LR59 UBT is valid until 30 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR59 UBT done?
LR59 UBT was recorded at 130,110 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2026, an average of 8,150 miles a year.
Has LR59 UBT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR59 UBT has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LR59 UBT 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 LR59 UBT find?
LR59 UBT passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2026 with 5 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides; front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides; front oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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