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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2009 · 1,390 cc

LX09 PYPMOT history

LX09 PYP is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 22 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 107,284 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2026.

LX09 PYP silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Mar 2027
Mileage
107,284 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,063 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX09 PYP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
1 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX09 PYP was last recorded at 107,284 miles on 18 Mar 2026, 20 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,264 miles · 13 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
20 miles
Average per year
6,063 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,284 miles
  • 2025 – 95,083 miles
  • 2024 – 80,503 miles
  • 2023 – 74,367 miles
  • 2022 – 69,451 miles
  • 2021 – 62,364 miles
  • 2020 – 57,096 miles
  • 2019 – 44,510 miles
  • 2018 – 35,047 miles
  • 2017 – 33,080 miles
  • 2016 – 31,693 miles
  • 2015 – 30,266 miles
  • 2014 – 28,849 miles
  • 2013 – 27,702 miles
  • 2012 – 21,811 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,284 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also has a nail (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also has a nail (5.2.3 (e))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.

  • Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Rear exhaust corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear shock carriers

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass107,284 miles (+20)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    107,284 miles
    Test number
    726815598834
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also has a nail (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also has a nail (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail107,264 miles (+12,181)8 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,264 miles
    Test number
    877334218133
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also has a nail (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also has a nail (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass95,083 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    95,083 miles
    Test number
    296347928529
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryRear shock carriers

  4. Fail95,081 miles (+14,578)4 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,081 miles
    Test number
    599728741576
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint 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 Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryRear shock carriers

  5. Pass80,503 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    80,503 miles
    Test number
    838585793961
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail80,503 miles (+6,136)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,503 miles
    Test number
    999041476399
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre fitted to a bus or coach is close to ten years old (5.2.3 (m))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass74,367 miles (+4,916)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    74,367 miles
    Test number
    790890591873

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass69,451 miles (+7,087)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    69,451 miles
    Test number
    645989602540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass62,364 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    62,364 miles
    Test number
    714436401442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail62,364 miles (+5,268)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,364 miles
    Test number
    385642814906
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords also perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe leaking (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass57,096 miles (+12,586)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    57,096 miles
    Test number
    581893165149
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  12. Pass44,510 miles (+12)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    44,510 miles
    Test number
    223962553061
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  13. Fail44,498 miles (+9,451)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,498 miles
    Test number
    742676059437
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass35,047 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    35,047 miles
    Test number
    999525899292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail35,047 miles (+1,967)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,047 miles
    Test number
    250788549194
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  16. Pass33,080 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    33,080 miles
    Test number
    530585756235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail33,080 miles (+1,387)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,080 miles
    Test number
    311288983568
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass31,693 miles (+1,427)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    31,693 miles
    Test number
    460736823313
    • AdvisoryWasher fluid bottle leaking

  19. Pass30,266 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    30,266 miles
    Test number
    215352575098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail30,266 miles (+1,417)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,266 miles
    Test number
    408652475083
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  21. Pass28,849 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    28,849 miles
    Test number
    198357464429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail28,849 miles (+1,147)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,849 miles
    Test number
    749927064095
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  23. Pass27,702 miles (+5,891)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    27,702 miles
    Test number
    455566953082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass21,811 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    21,811 miles
    Test number
    178182142068
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Fail21,792 miles4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,792 miles
    Test number
    239321242053
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about LX09 PYP

Does LX09 PYP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX09 PYP is valid until 22 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX09 PYP?
The MOT on LX09 PYP is valid until 22 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX09 PYP done?
LX09 PYP was recorded at 107,284 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2026, an average of 6,063 miles a year.
Has LX09 PYP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX09 PYP has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LX09 PYP 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 LX09 PYP find?
LX09 PYP passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also has a nail; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively, and 1 more.

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