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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,198 cc

LR59 YVZMOT history

LR59 YVZ is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 19 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 26 Oct 2027 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 109,202 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2026.

LR59 YVZ black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Oct 2027
Mileage
109,202 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2026
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,519 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR59 YVZ
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
19 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR59 YVZ was last recorded at 109,202 miles on 27 Oct 2026, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,189 miles · 26 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
6,519 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,202 miles
  • 2025 – 103,020 miles
  • 2024 – 99,585 miles
  • 2023 – 83,100 miles
  • 2021 – 67,122 miles
  • 2020 – 58,784 miles
  • 2019 – 54,919 miles
  • 2018 – 48,355 miles
  • 2017 – 44,283 miles
  • 2016 – 41,860 miles
  • 2015 – 32,990 miles
  • 2014 – 24,746 miles
  • 2013 – 19,369 miles
  • 2012 – 17,765 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,202 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023

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 registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 17 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,202 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    109,202 miles
    Test number
    750960023189
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Fail109,189 miles (+6,169)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,189 miles
    Test number
    742828320376
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass103,020 miles (+3,435)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    103,020 miles
    Test number
    592997518496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass99,585 miles (+16)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    99,585 miles
    Test number
    869943266074
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryParking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (c))

  5. Fail99,569 miles (+16,469)2 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,569 miles
    Test number
    553428456804
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryParking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (c))

  6. Pass83,100 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    83,100 miles
    Test number
    584334316153
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Fail83,093 miles (+15,971)1 dangerous8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,093 miles
    Test number
    304993418056
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm insecurely attached front bolt loose/does not tighten up (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb incorrectly fitted (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb incorrectly fitted (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass67,122 miles (+226)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    67,122 miles
    Test number
    938193460816
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box corroded

  9. Fail66,896 miles (+8,112)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,896 miles
    Test number
    564683521947
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Tyre has a cut on tread pattern exposing ply chords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box corroded

  10. Pass58,784 miles (+81)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    58,784 miles
    Test number
    622487043927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail58,703 miles (+3,784)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,703 miles
    Test number
    489901760844
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription missing (0.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))

  12. Pass54,919 miles (+157)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    54,919 miles
    Test number
    693166277135
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail54,762 miles (+6,407)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,762 miles
    Test number
    736651273091
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass48,355 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    48,355 miles
    Test number
    949631978455
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  15. Fail48,355 miles (+4,072)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,355 miles
    Test number
    185669961098
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  16. Pass44,283 miles (+2,423)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    44,283 miles
    Test number
    961298703913
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass41,860 miles (+286)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    41,860 miles
    Test number
    173808820205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass41,574 miles (+8,584)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    41,574 miles
    Test number
    876124991791
    • AdvisoryEngine light "on"
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has cracks in the tread grooves

  19. Pass32,990 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    32,990 miles
    Test number
    727340965759
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEml light on

  20. Fail32,985 miles (+8,239)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,985 miles
    Test number
    980822309089
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEml light on

  21. Pass24,746 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    24,746 miles
    Test number
    369220744391
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail24,742 miles (+5,373)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,742 miles
    Test number
    976849134382
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass19,369 miles (+13)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    19,369 miles
    Test number
    165072133329
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished and cracking

  24. Fail19,356 miles (+1,591)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,356 miles
    Test number
    145622723358
    • FailureNearside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNearside wing mirror damaged
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished and cracking

  25. Pass17,765 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    17,765 miles
    Test number
    196601692224
    • 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 YVZ

Does LR59 YVZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR59 YVZ is valid until 26 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR59 YVZ?
The MOT on LR59 YVZ is valid until 26 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR59 YVZ done?
LR59 YVZ was recorded at 109,202 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2026, an average of 6,519 miles a year.
Has LR59 YVZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR59 YVZ has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LR59 YVZ 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 YVZ find?
LR59 YVZ passed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear service brake binding but not excessively.

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