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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2009 · 1,197 cc

LT59 YTHMOT history

LT59 YTH is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 2 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jun 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 85,434 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jun 2026.

LT59 YTH silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jun 2027
Mileage
85,434 mi
At MOT on 8 Jun 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,754 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LT59 YTH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,197 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
2 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LT59 YTH was last recorded at 85,434 miles on 8 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jun 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Jun 2026: 85,434 miles, lower than 87,738 miles on 22 May 2025.

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
85,434 miles · 2 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,754 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,434 miles
  • 2025 – 87,738 miles
  • 2024 – 74,834 miles
  • 2023 – 64,636 miles
  • 2022 – 60,298 miles
  • 2021 – 57,026 miles
  • 2020 – 56,537 miles
  • 2019 – 52,127 miles
  • 2018 – 48,464 miles
  • 2017 – 45,971 miles
  • 2016 – 40,897 miles
  • 2015 – 35,727 miles
  • 2014 – 30,615 miles
  • 2013 – 24,782 miles
  • 2012 – 19,869 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,434 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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 Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor5 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Parking brake has little reserve travel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 23 Aug 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,434 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    85,434 miles
    Test number
    948110795341
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail85,434 miles (-2,304)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,434 miles
    Test number
    717609465568
    • MajorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt clip is missing (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass87,738 miles (+6,002)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2026
    Odometer
    87,738 miles
    Test number
    932855526755
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail81,736 miles (+6,902)3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,736 miles
    Test number
    786604933787
    • MajorNearside Front 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass74,834 miles (+10)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2025
    Odometer
    74,834 miles
    Test number
    232684067716
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail74,824 miles (+10,188)4 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,824 miles
    Test number
    158433940481
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass64,636 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2024
    Odometer
    64,636 miles
    Test number
    997641456526
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail64,636 miles (+4,338)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,636 miles
    Test number
    983083818354
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass60,298 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2023
    Odometer
    60,298 miles
    Test number
    567932029744

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail60,298 miles (+3,272)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,298 miles
    Test number
    175923061545
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass57,026 miles (+71)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2022
    Odometer
    57,026 miles
    Test number
    628226547563
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake has little reserve travel

  12. Pass56,955 miles (+418)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    56,955 miles
    Test number
    260885560240
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake has little reserve travel

  13. Pass56,537 miles (+4,410)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    56,537 miles
    Test number
    825595252164
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass52,127 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2020
    Odometer
    52,127 miles
    Test number
    923268167985

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail52,127 miles (+3,663)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,127 miles
    Test number
    671941443997
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  16. Pass48,464 miles (+2,493)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    48,464 miles
    Test number
    106588254227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass45,971 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    45,971 miles
    Test number
    265790202980
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail45,971 miles (+5,074)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,971 miles
    Test number
    882279188708
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass40,897 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    40,897 miles
    Test number
    925740864845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail40,897 miles (+5,170)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,897 miles
    Test number
    924340545060
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

  21. Pass35,727 miles (+5,112)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    35,727 miles
    Test number
    864842897552

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass30,615 miles (+5,833)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    30,615 miles
    Test number
    188958644294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass24,782 miles (+4,913)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    24,782 miles
    Test number
    399125643426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass19,869 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    19,869 miles
    Test number
    385106832217
    • AdvisoryRear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Questions about LT59 YTH

Does LT59 YTH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LT59 YTH is valid until 7 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LT59 YTH?
The MOT on LT59 YTH is valid until 7 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LT59 YTH done?
LT59 YTH was recorded at 85,434 miles at its MOT on 8 Jun 2026, an average of 4,754 miles a year.
Has LT59 YTH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LT59 YTH has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LT59 YTH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Jun 2026. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LT59 YTH find?
LT59 YTH passed its latest MOT on 8 Jun 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front coil spring corroded; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 1 more.

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