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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,390 cc

LS09 VXWMOT history

LS09 VXW is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 12 May 2009. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jul 2027 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 126,037 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2026.

LS09 VXW black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Jul 2027
Mileage
126,037 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2026
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,695 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS09 VXW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
12 May 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS09 VXW was last recorded at 126,037 miles on 14 Jul 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,036 miles · 13 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
6,695 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,037 miles
  • 2025 – 122,650 miles
  • 2024 – 121,372 miles
  • 2023 – 116,071 miles
  • 2022 – 110,944 miles
  • 2021 – 105,939 miles
  • 2020 – 102,742 miles
  • 2019 – 95,205 miles
  • 2018 – 87,899 miles
  • 2017 – 77,667 miles
  • 2016 – 68,473 miles
  • 2015 – 58,668 miles
  • 2014 – 47,673 miles
  • 2013 – 40,519 miles
  • 2012 – 31,087 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,037 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Central Front Exhaust to subframe mount cracked.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front front bumper securing tabs partly damaged but still secure.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front front bumper securing tabs partly damaged but still secure.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear general rear end corrosion on running gear but still intact.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 8 May 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,037 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    126,037 miles
    Test number
    269643511137
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  2. Fail126,036 miles (+3,386)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,036 miles
    Test number
    626048249867
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  3. Pass122,650 miles (+1,278)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    122,650 miles
    Test number
    794469501827
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass121,372 miles (+35)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    121,372 miles
    Test number
    619804794590
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust to subframe mount cracked.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front bumper securing tabs partly damaged but still secure.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front bumper securing tabs partly damaged but still secure.
    • AdvisoryRear general rear end corrosion on running gear but still intact.

  5. Fail121,337 miles (+5,266)2 major2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,337 miles
    Test number
    187195999262
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust to subframe mount cracked.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front bumper securing tabs partly damaged but still secure.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body component slightly loose wing mirror housing loose but still secure. (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front bumper securing tabs partly damaged but still secure.
    • AdvisoryRear general rear end corrosion on running gear but still intact.

  6. Pass116,071 miles (+5,127)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    116,071 miles
    Test number
    602632717806

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass110,944 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    110,944 miles
    Test number
    290321735666

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail110,944 miles (+5,005)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,944 miles
    Test number
    713428220865
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass105,939 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    105,939 miles
    Test number
    579858032818
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  10. Fail105,939 miles (+3,197)1 dangerous3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,939 miles
    Test number
    315796780312
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/55/16 V (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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 Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  11. Pass102,742 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    102,742 miles
    Test number
    825257118429
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Fail102,742 miles (+7,537)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,742 miles
    Test number
    165301567925
    • MajorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  13. Pass95,205 miles (+7,306)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    95,205 miles
    Test number
    940781706325
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective split but still clearing windscreen (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded protective coating adrift (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  14. Pass87,899 miles (+157)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2019
    Odometer
    87,899 miles
    Test number
    454940730826
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail87,742 miles (+10,075)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,742 miles
    Test number
    195853006058
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tread (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass77,667 miles (+9,194)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2018
    Odometer
    77,667 miles
    Test number
    288233120782
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass68,473 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    68,473 miles
    Test number
    520254569437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail68,473 miles (+9,805)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,473 miles
    Test number
    982152517387
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush console (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush console (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass58,668 miles (+10,995)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    58,668 miles
    Test number
    589450145160
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  20. Pass47,673 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2015
    Odometer
    47,673 miles
    Test number
    728263324148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail47,673 miles (+7,154)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,673 miles
    Test number
    925193324183
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass40,519 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2014
    Odometer
    40,519 miles
    Test number
    599887223124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail40,519 miles (+9,432)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,519 miles
    Test number
    535217823163
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass31,087 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2013
    Odometer
    31,087 miles
    Test number
    279199722460
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

Questions about LS09 VXW

Does LS09 VXW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS09 VXW is valid until 13 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS09 VXW?
The MOT on LS09 VXW is valid until 13 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS09 VXW done?
LS09 VXW was recorded at 126,037 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2026, an average of 6,695 miles a year.
Has LS09 VXW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS09 VXW has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LS09 VXW 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 VXW find?
LS09 VXW passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords.

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