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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 2009 · 1,390 cc

LS09 XSRMOT history

LS09 XSR is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 27 May 2009. Its MOT is valid until 15 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 96,438 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Mar 2026.

LS09 XSR red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Mar 2027
Mileage
96,438 mi
At MOT on 16 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,697 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS09 XSR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
27 May 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS09 XSR was last recorded at 96,438 miles on 16 Mar 2026, 10,393 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Dec 2014: 19,253 miles, lower than 53,692 miles on 25 Nov 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
86,045 miles · 5 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
10,393 miles
Average per year
3,697 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,438 miles
  • 2025 – 86,045 miles
  • 2024 – 84,991 miles
  • 2023 – 82,562 miles
  • 2022 – 79,847 miles
  • 2021 – 77,218 miles
  • 2020 – 75,685 miles
  • 2019 – 73,545 miles
  • 2018 – 70,851 miles
  • 2017 – 67,463 miles
  • 2015 – 63,292 miles
  • 2014 – 19,253 miles
  • 2013 – 53,692 miles
  • 2012 – 47,289 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,438 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped near the bottom of the windscreen

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking plus\worn on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

20 tests since 28 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,438 miles (+10,393)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    96,438 miles
    Test number
    492698680033
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))
  2. Pass86,045 miles (+1,054)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    86,045 miles
    Test number
    396956826877

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass84,991 miles (+2,429)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    84,991 miles
    Test number
    513772202676
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass82,562 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    82,562 miles
    Test number
    135696872478
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped near the bottom of the windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking plus\worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Fail82,561 miles (+2,714)1 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,561 miles
    Test number
    880674362895
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure CRACKED DOWN TO THE CORDS (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped near the bottom of the windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking plus\worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass79,847 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    79,847 miles
    Test number
    659049151923
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Fail79,847 miles (+2,629)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,847 miles
    Test number
    152333168910
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass77,218 miles (+1,533)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    77,218 miles
    Test number
    957499504743
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test old tax holder (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2
  9. Pass75,685 miles (+2,140)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    75,685 miles
    Test number
    217812588747
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  10. Pass73,545 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    73,545 miles
    Test number
    959162784432
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Bottle empty
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Fail73,544 miles (+2,693)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,544 miles
    Test number
    253547030261
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Bottle empty
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  12. Pass70,851 miles (+3,388)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    70,851 miles
    Test number
    577632911492
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear perished on tread (inner pattern)
    • AdvisoryUnder shields fitted
  13. Pass67,463 miles (+4,171)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    67,463 miles
    Test number
    530207227514
    • AdvisoryFront pads getting low
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass63,292 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    63,292 miles
    Test number
    832169417728

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail63,290 miles (+44,037)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,290 miles
    Test number
    533770634776
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)
  16. Pass19,253 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    19,253 miles
    Test number
    429315934448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail19,253 miles (-34,439)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,253 miles
    Test number
    125045534346
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  18. Pass53,692 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    53,692 miles
    Test number
    797029923398
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  19. Fail53,692 miles (+6,403)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,692 miles
    Test number
    297556523312
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  20. Pass47,289 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    47,289 miles
    Test number
    706433532315
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about LS09 XSR

Does LS09 XSR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS09 XSR is valid until 15 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS09 XSR?
The MOT on LS09 XSR is valid until 15 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS09 XSR done?
LS09 XSR was recorded at 96,438 miles at its MOT on 16 Mar 2026, an average of 3,697 miles a year.
Has LS09 XSR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS09 XSR has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LS09 XSR ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Dec 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS09 XSR find?
LS09 XSR passed its latest MOT on 16 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both.

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