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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2009 · 1,198 cc

LR59 USVMOT history

LR59 USV is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 22 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 22 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 68,898 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2026.

LR59 USV silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Sept 2027
Mileage
68,898 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,799 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR59 USV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
22 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR59 USV was last recorded at 68,898 miles on 14 Sept 2026, 3,899 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
64,999 miles · 12 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
3,899 miles
Average per year
4,799 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 68,898 miles
  • 2025 – 64,999 miles
  • 2024 – 62,265 miles
  • 2023 – 54,864 miles
  • 2022 – 50,143 miles
  • 2021 – 43,163 miles
  • 2020 – 37,744 miles
  • 2019 – 33,881 miles
  • 2018 – 27,617 miles
  • 2017 – 19,480 miles
  • 2016 – 10,353 miles
  • 2015 – 2,719 miles
  • 2014 – 2,384 miles
  • 2013 – 2,015 miles
  • 2012 – 1,583 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,898 miles
  • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning weak (4.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive suspension components (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 2

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

18 tests since 4 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,898 miles (+3,899)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    68,898 miles
    Test number
    996476411285
    • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning weak (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive suspension components (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  2. Pass64,999 miles (+2,734)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    64,999 miles
    Test number
    878109292448
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box rusty

  3. Pass62,265 miles (+7,401)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    62,265 miles
    Test number
    343136179465
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 2
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  4. Pass54,864 miles (+4,721)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    54,864 miles
    Test number
    759773185695
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 2

  5. Pass50,143 miles (+6,980)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    50,143 miles
    Test number
    998096285422
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass43,163 miles (+5,419)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    43,163 miles
    Test number
    775532833980
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass37,744 miles (+3,863)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    37,744 miles
    Test number
    161521283472
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass33,881 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    33,881 miles
    Test number
    134676557547
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  9. Fail33,881 miles (+6,264)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,881 miles
    Test number
    622326717488
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm 165/70/14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass27,617 miles (+8,137)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    27,617 miles
    Test number
    449029608480
    • AdvisoryRear bothside tyres worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smearing

  11. Pass19,480 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    19,480 miles
    Test number
    641379543987

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail19,480 miles (+9,127)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,480 miles
    Test number
    439928437438
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass10,353 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    10,353 miles
    Test number
    530765356730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail10,353 miles (+7,634)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,353 miles
    Test number
    763782203527
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass2,719 miles (+335)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    2,719 miles
    Test number
    150519069071
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Pass2,384 miles (+369)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    2,384 miles
    Test number
    508019434239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass2,015 miles (+432)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    2,015 miles
    Test number
    148228443231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass1,583 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    1,583 miles
    Test number
    435208042215
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Questions about LR59 USV

Does LR59 USV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR59 USV is valid until 22 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR59 USV?
The MOT on LR59 USV is valid until 22 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 USV done?
LR59 USV was recorded at 68,898 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2026, an average of 4,799 miles a year.
Has LR59 USV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR59 USV has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Sept 2019.
Has the mileage on LR59 USV 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 USV find?
LR59 USV passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning weak; nearside rear shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing; rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive suspension components, and 1 more.

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