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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,198 cc

LR59 XENMOT history

LR59 XEN is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 21 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 5 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 47,534 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2026.

LR59 XEN black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Aug 2027
Mileage
47,534 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,599 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR59 XEN
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
21 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR59 XEN was last recorded at 47,534 miles on 14 Jul 2026, 1,488 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
46,046 miles · 8 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,488 miles
Average per year
2,599 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 47,534 miles
  • 2025 – 46,046 miles
  • 2024 – 43,925 miles
  • 2023 – 40,571 miles
  • 2022 – 37,258 miles
  • 2021 – 34,240 miles
  • 2020 – 31,216 miles
  • 2019 – 28,682 miles
  • 2018 – 25,281 miles
  • 2017 – 22,912 miles
  • 2016 – 21,133 miles
  • 2015 – 19,201 miles
  • 2014 – 16,743 miles
  • 2013 – 14,471 miles
  • 2012 – 11,531 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass47,534 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn heavily on inner edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

19 tests since 6 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass47,534 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    47,534 miles
    Test number
    308720321417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail47,533 miles (+1,487)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,533 miles
    Test number
    355160095219
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  3. Pass46,046 miles (+2,121)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    46,046 miles
    Test number
    807422262269
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  4. Pass43,925 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    43,925 miles
    Test number
    397369855362
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn heavily on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail43,917 miles (+3,346)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,917 miles
    Test number
    161954930334
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn heavily on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass40,571 miles (+3,313)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    40,571 miles
    Test number
    441955734291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass37,258 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    37,258 miles
    Test number
    502942553179
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Items removed from driver's view prior to test
  8. Fail37,258 miles (+3,018)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,258 miles
    Test number
    615467341629
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop Link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Items removed from driver's view prior to test
  9. Pass34,240 miles (+3,024)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    34,240 miles
    Test number
    287591599935
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  10. Pass31,216 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    31,216 miles
    Test number
    400933359374
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Fail31,211 miles (+2,529)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,211 miles
    Test number
    641147489802
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  12. Pass28,682 miles (+3,401)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    28,682 miles
    Test number
    425541066597
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  13. Pass25,281 miles (+2,369)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    25,281 miles
    Test number
    330176111342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass22,912 miles (+1,779)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    22,912 miles
    Test number
    108228661710

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass21,133 miles (+1,932)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    21,133 miles
    Test number
    246391740420
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre has screw in tread
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre in poor condition, cracked and low tread.
  16. Pass19,201 miles (+2,458)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    19,201 miles
    Test number
    214595106319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass16,743 miles (+2,272)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    16,743 miles
    Test number
    527019534244
    • NoteFront tyres are worn fairly low. Rear tyres are perishing.
  18. Pass14,471 miles (+2,940)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    14,471 miles
    Test number
    955699633238
    • 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)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished
  19. Pass11,531 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    11,531 miles
    Test number
    607420952249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR59 XEN

Does LR59 XEN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR59 XEN is valid until 5 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR59 XEN?
The MOT on LR59 XEN is valid until 5 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR59 XEN done?
LR59 XEN was recorded at 47,534 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2026, an average of 2,599 miles a year.
Has LR59 XEN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR59 XEN has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LR59 XEN 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 XEN find?
LR59 XEN passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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