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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2009 · 1,390 cc

LR59 UBUMOT history

LR59 UBU is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 7 Oct 2009. Its MOT is valid until 13 Apr 2027 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 70,631 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2026.

LR59 UBU silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Apr 2027
Mileage
70,631 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,250 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR59 UBU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
7 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR59 UBU was last recorded at 70,631 miles on 14 Apr 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,630 miles · 13 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
4,250 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 70,631 miles
  • 2025 – 67,338 miles
  • 2024 – 62,954 miles
  • 2023 – 59,809 miles
  • 2021 – 54,031 miles
  • 2020 – 48,301 miles
  • 2019 – 42,987 miles
  • 2018 – 39,096 miles
  • 2017 – 36,078 miles
  • 2016 – 31,776 miles
  • 2015 – 21,108 miles
  • 2014 – 17,268 miles
  • 2012 – 13,114 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,631 miles
  • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing device deterioratedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Headlamp levelling device inoperative

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2024

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 1 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,631 miles (+1)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    70,631 miles
    Test number
    702830859123
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing device deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail70,630 miles (+3,292)6 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,630 miles
    Test number
    411148409013
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing device deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin VERY CLOSE TO SAFE LIMIT (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass67,338 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    67,338 miles
    Test number
    195908016812
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing device slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail67,337 miles (+4,383)1 dangerous3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,337 miles
    Test number
    967753030367
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 195/55/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing device slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass62,954 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    62,954 miles
    Test number
    344770672242
    • AdvisoryChip on window screen
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap seal splitting
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  6. Fail62,954 miles (+3,145)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,954 miles
    Test number
    291000298429
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChip on window screen
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap seal splitting
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass59,809 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    59,809 miles
    Test number
    883224327649
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Fail59,809 miles (+5,778)3 major1 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,809 miles
    Test number
    494517731227
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake inoperative on one side Needs adjusting on both sides. (1.4.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass54,031 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    54,031 miles
    Test number
    157429754868
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap/sealing device is slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has water inside

  10. Fail54,031 miles (+5,730)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,031 miles
    Test number
    637669891911
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap/sealing device is slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has water inside

  11. Pass48,301 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    48,301 miles
    Test number
    901848415673

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail48,301 miles (+5,314)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,301 miles
    Test number
    705900514032
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  13. Pass42,987 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    42,987 miles
    Test number
    886861475698
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail42,987 miles (+3,891)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,987 miles
    Test number
    555932342244
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass39,096 miles (+3,018)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    39,096 miles
    Test number
    921833813059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass36,078 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    36,078 miles
    Test number
    195407397388
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak water pump area
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOff side rear tyre perished due to age dot code 0609

  17. Fail36,078 miles (+4,302)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,078 miles
    Test number
    420720016154
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak water pump area
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOff side rear tyre perished due to age dot code 0609

  18. Pass31,776 miles (+10,668)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    31,776 miles
    Test number
    571311520641
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  19. Pass21,108 miles (+3,840)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    21,108 miles
    Test number
    985776305075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass17,268 miles (+4,154)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    17,268 miles
    Test number
    796907424042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass13,114 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    13,114 miles
    Test number
    505005572223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR59 UBU

Does LR59 UBU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR59 UBU is valid until 13 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR59 UBU?
The MOT on LR59 UBU is valid until 13 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR59 UBU done?
LR59 UBU was recorded at 70,631 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2026, an average of 4,250 miles a year.
Has LR59 UBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR59 UBU has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LR59 UBU 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 UBU find?
LR59 UBU passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; fuel cap sealing device deteriorated, and 3 more.

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