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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2009 · 1,198 cc

LR59 WHLMOT history

LR59 WHL is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 25 Sept 2009. Its MOT expired on 21 Feb 2023 and it has passed 8 of 15 MOT tests, with 131,078 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Feb 2022.

LR59 WHL silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Feb 2023
Mileage
131,078 mi
At MOT on 16 Feb 2022
MOT tests
15
8 passed · 7 failed
Per year
11,346 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR59 WHL
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
25 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
16 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR59 WHL was last recorded at 131,078 miles on 16 Feb 2022, 19,070 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,008 miles · 22 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
19,070 miles
Average per year
11,346 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 131,078 miles
  • 2021 – 112,008 miles
  • 2019 – 104,891 miles
  • 2018 – 88,852 miles
  • 2016 – 73,540 miles
  • 2014 – 47,569 miles
  • 2013 – 33,241 miles
  • 2012 – 23,503 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,078 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

15 tests since 24 Aug 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,078 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    131,078 miles
    Test number
    399780831136
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail131,078 miles (+19,070)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,078 miles
    Test number
    132498976416
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass112,008 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    112,008 miles
    Test number
    291909856924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail112,005 miles (+7,114)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,005 miles
    Test number
    935693025907
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged harness (1.6 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass104,891 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    104,891 miles
    Test number
    555247887672
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST SLIGHT LEAK
    • AdvisorySTEEL WHEEL FITTED ONE SIDE

  6. Fail104,891 miles (+16,039)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,891 miles
    Test number
    425444185728
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST SLIGHT LEAK
    • AdvisorySTEEL WHEEL FITTED ONE SIDE

  7. Pass88,852 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    88,852 miles
    Test number
    200076919893
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  8. Fail88,852 miles (+15,312)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,852 miles
    Test number
    222293546951
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  9. Pass73,540 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    73,540 miles
    Test number
    515641972590
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear hi level sop light some lights out less than half
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear service brake very slight bind

  10. Fail73,540 miles (+25,971)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,540 miles
    Test number
    516999544587
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear hi level sop light some lights out less than half
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear service brake very slight bind

  11. Pass47,569 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    47,569 miles
    Test number
    465385944259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail47,569 miles (+14,328)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,569 miles
    Test number
    758302244212
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  13. Pass33,241 miles (+9,738)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    33,241 miles
    Test number
    358290743232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass23,503 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    23,503 miles
    Test number
    577587932281
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail23,503 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,503 miles
    Test number
    667647132242
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LR59 WHL

Does LR59 WHL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR59 WHL expired on 21 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR59 WHL?
The MOT on LR59 WHL expired on 21 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR59 WHL done?
LR59 WHL was recorded at 131,078 miles at its MOT on 16 Feb 2022, an average of 11,346 miles a year.
Has LR59 WHL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR59 WHL has failed 7 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LR59 WHL 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 WHL find?
LR59 WHL passed its latest MOT on 16 Feb 2022 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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