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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,198 cc

LS09 ZBFMOT history

LS09 ZBF is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 13 May 2009. Its MOT is valid until 27 Nov 2026 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 95,025 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Nov 2025.

LS09 ZBF black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Nov 2026
Mileage
95,025 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2025
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,674 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS09 ZBF
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
13 May 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS09 ZBF was last recorded at 95,025 miles on 28 Nov 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,025 miles · 25 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,674 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 95,025 miles
  • 2024 – 91,609 miles
  • 2023 – 86,510 miles
  • 2022 – 81,309 miles
  • 2021 – 73,999 miles
  • 2020 – 72,687 miles
  • 2019 – 70,627 miles
  • 2018 – 68,172 miles
  • 2017 – 66,525 miles
  • 2016 – 62,783 miles
  • 2015 – 59,708 miles
  • 2014 – 55,699 miles
  • 2013 – 38,994 miles
  • 2012 – 31,684 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,025 miles
  • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBoth side front brake disc in slighty poor conditionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing +worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever long travelRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Dash cam recording stop before MOT

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Both smearing slightly

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth 2mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

19 tests since 10 May 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,025 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    95,025 miles
    Test number
    780185253584
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth side front brake disc in slighty poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing +worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever long travel
  2. Fail95,025 miles (+3,416)4 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,025 miles
    Test number
    461748611213
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak from front flexi (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth side front brake disc in slighty poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing +worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever long travel
  3. Pass91,609 miles (+8)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    91,609 miles
    Test number
    329043331802
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective Both smearing slightly (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDash cam recording stop before MOT
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  4. Fail91,601 miles (+5,091)2 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,601 miles
    Test number
    848981850481
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective Both smearing slightly (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDash cam recording stop before MOT
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush worn and splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush worn and splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  5. Pass86,510 miles (+5,201)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    86,510 miles
    Test number
    889867791438
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass81,309 miles (+7,310)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    81,309 miles
    Test number
    459003205383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass73,999 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    73,999 miles
    Test number
    342441136358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail73,999 miles (+1,312)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,999 miles
    Test number
    280532221698
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  9. Pass72,687 miles (+2,060)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    72,687 miles
    Test number
    117776114111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass70,627 miles (+2,455)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    70,627 miles
    Test number
    721781645100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass68,172 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    68,172 miles
    Test number
    387080629117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail68,172 miles (+1,647)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,172 miles
    Test number
    707610098110
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  13. Pass66,525 miles (+3,742)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    66,525 miles
    Test number
    944215779130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass62,783 miles (+3,075)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    62,783 miles
    Test number
    418729644856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass59,708 miles (+4,009)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    59,708 miles
    Test number
    534976405733
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)
  16. Pass55,699 miles (+8)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    55,699 miles
    Test number
    296882654343
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Fail55,691 miles (+16,697)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,691 miles
    Test number
    439861054482
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge (outside measured area)but no cords exposed at time of test (advise replacement)
  18. Pass38,994 miles (+7,310)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2014
    Odometer
    38,994 miles
    Test number
    678164023177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass31,684 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2013
    Odometer
    31,684 miles
    Test number
    128191132198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS09 ZBF

Does LS09 ZBF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS09 ZBF is valid until 27 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS09 ZBF?
The MOT on LS09 ZBF is valid until 27 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS09 ZBF done?
LS09 ZBF was recorded at 95,025 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2025, an average of 4,674 miles a year.
Has LS09 ZBF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS09 ZBF has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LS09 ZBF 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 ZBF find?
LS09 ZBF passed its latest MOT on 28 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: central rear upper stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; both side front brake disc in slighty poor condition; nearside front road wheel slightly distorted, and 4 more.

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