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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2010 · 1,390 cc

LU09 MONMOT history

LU09 MON is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 4 Jan 2010. Its MOT is valid until 8 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 116,258 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Apr 2026.

LU09 MON silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Apr 2027
Mileage
116,258 mi
At MOT on 7 Apr 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,462 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LU09 MON
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
4 Jan 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LU09 MON was last recorded at 116,258 miles on 7 Apr 2026, 10,448 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,810 miles · 31 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
10,448 miles
Average per year
7,462 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,258 miles
  • 2025 – 105,810 miles
  • 2024 – 99,764 miles
  • 2023 – 91,041 miles
  • 2022 – 87,499 miles
  • 2021 – 82,576 miles
  • 2020 – 78,444 miles
  • 2019 – 78,371 miles
  • 2018 – 66,907 miles
  • 2017 – 56,362 miles
  • 2016 – 46,373 miles
  • 2015 – 36,325 miles
  • 2014 – 27,085 miles
  • 2013 – 22,090 miles
  • 2012 – 16,951 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,258 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play both side (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryEngine sump corroded

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 Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

22 tests since 15 Dec 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,258 miles (+10,448)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    116,258 miles
    Test number
    234043897022
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play both side (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine sump corroded

  2. Pass105,810 miles (+1)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    105,810 miles
    Test number
    646162262704
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly damaged (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisorySUMP CORRODED

  3. Fail105,809 miles (+6,045)4 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,809 miles
    Test number
    650547260780
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly damaged (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisorySUMP CORRODED

  4. Pass99,764 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    99,764 miles
    Test number
    939028703519
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play nsf (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded at rear

  5. Fail99,757 miles (+8,716)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,757 miles
    Test number
    330951072336
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Due to exhaust condition (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front flexi section snapped and leaking (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength OUTER SILL AREA HOLED AND CORRODED (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear floor pan and suspension mounting areas corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel cap sealing ring perished
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  6. Pass91,041 miles (+3,542)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    91,041 miles
    Test number
    967300814307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass87,499 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    87,499 miles
    Test number
    434912508213
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated slight seepage of grease. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear fuel cap seal perishing.
    • AdvisoryAll lamps has slight flickering when steering wheel is turned.

  8. Fail87,499 miles (+4,923)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,499 miles
    Test number
    322236337533
    • MajorCentral Front Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sub frame corroded / holed. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated slight seepage of grease. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear fuel cap seal perishing.
    • AdvisoryAll lamps has slight flickering when steering wheel is turned.

  9. Pass82,576 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    82,576 miles
    Test number
    355876460635
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Fail82,576 miles (+4,132)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,576 miles
    Test number
    926907909315
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass78,444 miles (+73)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    78,444 miles
    Test number
    813834191848

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass78,371 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    78,371 miles
    Test number
    414693402276
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  13. Fail78,371 miles (+11,464)2 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,371 miles
    Test number
    110938588263
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass66,907 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    66,907 miles
    Test number
    738074184576

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail66,907 miles (+10,545)6 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,907 miles
    Test number
    513169425655
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

  16. Pass56,362 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    56,362 miles
    Test number
    756344760422
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake has slight bind
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake has slight bind
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle slight corrosion

  17. Fail56,361 miles (+9,988)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,361 miles
    Test number
    200535743221
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake has slight bind
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake has slight bind
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle slight corrosion

  18. Pass46,373 miles (+10,048)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    46,373 miles
    Test number
    699872248364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass36,325 miles (+9,240)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    36,325 miles
    Test number
    690009583172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass27,085 miles (+4,995)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    27,085 miles
    Test number
    587217064264
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass22,090 miles (+5,139)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    22,090 miles
    Test number
    128405653392
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass16,951 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    16,951 miles
    Test number
    137200852327
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LU09 MON

Does LU09 MON currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LU09 MON is valid until 8 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LU09 MON?
The MOT on LU09 MON is valid until 8 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LU09 MON done?
LU09 MON was recorded at 116,258 miles at its MOT on 7 Apr 2026, an average of 7,462 miles a year.
Has LU09 MON ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LU09 MON has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LU09 MON 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 LU09 MON find?
LU09 MON passed its latest MOT on 7 Apr 2026 with 6 advisories: coil spring corroded all; front macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both side; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 3 more.

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