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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2009 · 1,390 cc

LT59 ZREMOT history

LT59 ZRE is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 2 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 11 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 138,386 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2026.

LT59 ZRE grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Sept 2027
Mileage
138,386 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,119 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LT59 ZRE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
2 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LT59 ZRE was last recorded at 138,386 miles on 21 Aug 2026, 8,022 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,364 miles · 12 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
8,022 miles
Average per year
7,119 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,386 miles
  • 2025 – 130,364 miles
  • 2024 – 123,935 miles
  • 2023 – 116,355 miles
  • 2022 – 112,432 miles
  • 2021 – 109,519 miles
  • 2020 – 101,772 miles
  • 2019 – 96,176 miles
  • 2018 – 91,088 miles
  • 2017 – 78,405 miles
  • 2016 – 73,806 miles
  • 2015 – 69,214 miles
  • 2014 – 61,430 miles
  • 2013 – 52,028 miles
  • 2012 – 38,454 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,386 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (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.

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 7 Aug 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,386 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    138,386 miles
    Test number
    213899566746
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Fail138,386 miles (+8,022)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,386 miles
    Test number
    762492395689
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Pass130,364 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    130,364 miles
    Test number
    193992489318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail130,336 miles (+6,401)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,336 miles
    Test number
    486470872657
    • DangerousFront Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront both side mirror insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear in multiple lamp one lamp is not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel cylinder sees

  5. Pass123,935 miles (+7,580)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    123,935 miles
    Test number
    177351481889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass116,355 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    116,355 miles
    Test number
    239178119357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail116,345 miles (+3,913)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,345 miles
    Test number
    370886687021
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • 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 Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass112,432 miles (+2,913)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    112,432 miles
    Test number
    165367608796
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass109,519 miles (+7,747)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    109,519 miles
    Test number
    283174952395
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  10. Pass101,772 miles (+5,596)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    101,772 miles
    Test number
    640360716665
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  11. Pass96,176 miles (+5,088)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    96,176 miles
    Test number
    219873326058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass91,088 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    91,088 miles
    Test number
    304420653401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail91,087 miles (+12,682)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,087 miles
    Test number
    408868124724
    • DangerousNearside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousSteering lock inadvertently engaging (7.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass78,405 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    78,405 miles
    Test number
    361927755012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail78,403 miles (+4,597)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,403 miles
    Test number
    966832767374
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Pass73,806 miles (+4,592)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    73,806 miles
    Test number
    981716105549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass69,214 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    69,214 miles
    Test number
    979121604748
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat adjustment lever cover missing

  18. Fail69,214 miles (+7,784)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,214 miles
    Test number
    390032262337
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat adjustment lever cover missing

  19. Pass61,430 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    61,430 miles
    Test number
    365290624418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail61,430 miles (+9,402)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,430 miles
    Test number
    939780524274
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

  21. Pass52,028 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    52,028 miles
    Test number
    265741623275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail52,028 miles (+13,574)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,028 miles
    Test number
    329031823438
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  23. Pass38,454 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    38,454 miles
    Test number
    536920522248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LT59 ZRE

Does LT59 ZRE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LT59 ZRE is valid until 11 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LT59 ZRE?
The MOT on LT59 ZRE is valid until 11 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LT59 ZRE done?
LT59 ZRE was recorded at 138,386 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2026, an average of 7,119 miles a year.
Has LT59 ZRE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LT59 ZRE has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LT59 ZRE 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 LT59 ZRE find?
LT59 ZRE passed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front.

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