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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 1,422 cc

LS09 EFUMOT history

LS09 EFU is a grey diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 May 2009. Its MOT is valid until 6 Feb 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 68,101 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2026.

LS09 EFU grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Feb 2027
Mileage
68,101 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,495 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS09 EFU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,422 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
28 May 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS09 EFU was last recorded at 68,101 miles on 3 Feb 2026, 23 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,078 miles · 29 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
23 miles
Average per year
3,495 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 68,101 miles
  • 2025 – 60,749 miles
  • 2024 – 57,503 miles
  • 2023 – 55,233 miles
  • 2022 – 54,616 miles
  • 2021 – 53,827 miles
  • 2019 – 52,292 miles
  • 2018 – 51,033 miles
  • 2017 – 47,551 miles
  • 2016 – 40,214 miles
  • 2015 – 35,761 miles
  • 2014 – 30,988 miles
  • 2013 – 24,932 miles
  • 2012 – 20,233 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,101 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass68,101 miles (+23)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    68,101 miles
    Test number
    992245644979
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  2. Fail68,078 miles (+7,329)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,078 miles
    Test number
    623049411875
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass60,749 miles (+81)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    60,749 miles
    Test number
    837747267935
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Fail60,668 miles (+3,165)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,668 miles
    Test number
    884156986698
    • MajorFront Brake disc contaminated both heavy corrosion on braking surface (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass57,503 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    57,503 miles
    Test number
    946399681821
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Fail57,501 miles (+2,268)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,501 miles
    Test number
    533333160850
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass55,233 miles (+617)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    55,233 miles
    Test number
    331555052641
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass54,616 miles (+789)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    54,616 miles
    Test number
    991670000286
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose Outer skin on silencer peeling off (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  9. Pass53,827 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    53,827 miles
    Test number
    858915232779

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail53,827 miles (+1,535)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,827 miles
    Test number
    797232496676
    • MajorExhaust system insecure Central exhaust clamp missing (6.1.2 (a))
  11. Pass52,292 miles (+1,259)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    52,292 miles
    Test number
    620607997820
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  12. Pass51,033 miles (+3,482)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    51,033 miles
    Test number
    553273454345
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass47,551 miles (+7,337)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    47,551 miles
    Test number
    911609275950

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass40,214 miles (+4,453)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2017
    Odometer
    40,214 miles
    Test number
    217344164509

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass35,761 miles (+4,773)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    35,761 miles
    Test number
    996374935177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass30,988 miles (+6,056)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    30,988 miles
    Test number
    236147724428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass24,932 miles (+4,699)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    24,932 miles
    Test number
    978246933148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass20,233 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    20,233 miles
    Test number
    145586642157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS09 EFU

Does LS09 EFU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS09 EFU is valid until 6 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS09 EFU?
The MOT on LS09 EFU is valid until 6 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS09 EFU done?
LS09 EFU was recorded at 68,101 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2026, an average of 3,495 miles a year.
Has LS09 EFU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS09 EFU has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LS09 EFU 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 LS09 EFU find?
LS09 EFU passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; rear brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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