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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,422 cc

LS09 LFDMOT history

LS09 LFD is a black diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 2 Jun 2009. Its MOT is valid until 7 May 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 176,825 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2026.

LS09 LFD black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 May 2027
Mileage
176,825 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
10,108 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS09 LFD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,422 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
2 Jun 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 May 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS09 LFD was last recorded at 176,825 miles on 15 Apr 2026, 3,466 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
173,359 miles · 30 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,466 miles
Average per year
10,108 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 176,825 miles
  • 2025 – 173,359 miles
  • 2024 – 170,121 miles
  • 2023 – 160,979 miles
  • 2022 – 152,573 miles
  • 2021 – 145,259 miles
  • 2019 – 133,979 miles
  • 2018 – 119,493 miles
  • 2017 – 106,250 miles
  • 2016 – 98,950 miles
  • 2015 – 83,479 miles
  • 2014 – 67,887 miles
  • 2013 – 47,981 miles
  • 2012 – 36,437 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass176,825 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 Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Rear Exhaust silencer outer case corrosion but not leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both sides of vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass176,825 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2027
    Odometer
    176,825 miles
    Test number
    742949302017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail176,825 miles (+3,466)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,825 miles
    Test number
    240916898113
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))
  3. Pass173,359 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2026
    Odometer
    173,359 miles
    Test number
    909784351822

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail173,359 miles (+3,238)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,359 miles
    Test number
    622976005397
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  5. Pass170,121 miles (+1,862)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2025
    Odometer
    170,121 miles
    Test number
    801086113761

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail168,259 miles (+7,280)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,259 miles
    Test number
    271452518645
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  7. Pass160,979 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    160,979 miles
    Test number
    421223253554
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Fail160,977 miles (+8,404)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,977 miles
    Test number
    829025452195
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb fitted incorrectly (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb fitted incorrectly (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass152,573 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    152,573 miles
    Test number
    261620538609
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Fail152,571 miles (+7,312)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,571 miles
    Test number
    712970232573
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass145,259 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    145,259 miles
    Test number
    608978815686
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer outer case corrosion but not leaking
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both sides of vehicle (5.3.2 (b))
  12. Fail145,255 miles (+11,276)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,255 miles
    Test number
    342837210862
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer outer case corrosion but not leaking
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both sides of vehicle (5.3.2 (b))
  13. Pass133,979 miles (+14,486)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    133,979 miles
    Test number
    135876913052
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  14. Pass119,493 miles (+13,243)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    119,493 miles
    Test number
    582282515354
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also worn inside edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust back box corroded
  15. Pass106,250 miles (+7,300)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    106,250 miles
    Test number
    918976295392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass98,950 miles (+15,471)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    98,950 miles
    Test number
    796477280563
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre valves covered.
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres starting to perish.
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle covered.
  17. Pass83,479 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    83,479 miles
    Test number
    275196245166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail83,479 miles (+15,592)1 failure1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,479 miles
    Test number
    539385145104
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteFront brake pad sensor wires not connected
    • NoteNearside rear road wheel is slightly distorted
    • NoteNearside rear tyre is deteroirated
    • NoteOffside rear road wheel is slightly distorted
    • NoteOffside rear tyre is deteroirated
  19. Pass67,887 miles (+19,906)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    67,887 miles
    Test number
    255100454451
    • NoteFront number plate slightly deteriorated
  20. Pass47,981 miles (+11,544)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    47,981 miles
    Test number
    336864953115
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside front tyre is wearing slightly on the inner edge
    • NoteNearside rear tyre is deteroirated
    • NoteOffside front tyre is wearing slightly on the inner edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre is deteroirared
  21. Pass36,437 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    36,437 miles
    Test number
    785566842191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS09 LFD

Does LS09 LFD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS09 LFD is valid until 7 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS09 LFD?
The MOT on LS09 LFD is valid until 7 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS09 LFD done?
LS09 LFD was recorded at 176,825 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2026, an average of 10,108 miles a year.
Has LS09 LFD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS09 LFD has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LS09 LFD 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 LFD find?
LS09 LFD passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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