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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,198 cc

LX09 WVTMOT history

LX09 WVT is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 2 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 15 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 88,928 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2026.

LX09 WVT black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Mar 2027
Mileage
88,928 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,070 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX09 WVT
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
2 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX09 WVT was last recorded at 88,928 miles on 6 Mar 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Mar 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Mar 2019: 52,827 miles, lower than 87,907 miles on 24 Nov 2018.

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
88,927 miles · 5 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
5,070 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,928 miles
  • 2025 – 84,765 miles
  • 2024 – 79,447 miles
  • 2023 – 74,447 miles
  • 2022 – 68,904 miles
  • 2021 – 63,473 miles
  • 2020 – 59,228 miles
  • 2019 – 52,828 miles
  • 2018 – 87,907 miles
  • 2017 – 42,907 miles
  • 2016 – 38,288 miles
  • 2015 – 32,670 miles
  • 2014 – 27,725 miles
  • 2013 – 22,245 miles
  • 2012 – 17,906 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,928 miles
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 2 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,928 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    88,928 miles
    Test number
    762675920097
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail88,927 miles (+4,162)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,927 miles
    Test number
    860188141405
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 165/70/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass84,765 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    84,765 miles
    Test number
    298320843483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail84,765 miles (+5,318)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,765 miles
    Test number
    237431382465
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass79,447 miles (+5,000)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    79,447 miles
    Test number
    214842619481
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Pass74,447 miles (+5,543)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    74,447 miles
    Test number
    557641340232
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass68,904 miles (+5,431)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    68,904 miles
    Test number
    529623441860
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass63,473 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    63,473 miles
    Test number
    590453202435
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail63,471 miles (+4,243)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,471 miles
    Test number
    840977984648
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass59,228 miles (+6,400)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    59,228 miles
    Test number
    173574479621
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  11. Pass52,828 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    52,828 miles
    Test number
    436745421613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail52,827 miles (-35,080)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,827 miles
    Test number
    645629218128
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  13. Fail87,907 miles (+39,881)6 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,907 miles
    Test number
    234918953307
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater lens damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive front of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi pipe deteriorated

  14. Pass48,026 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    48,026 miles
    Test number
    352964665633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail48,026 miles (+5,119)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,026 miles
    Test number
    200773120266
    • FailureFront registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator has a product on the lens so it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass42,907 miles (+4,619)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    42,907 miles
    Test number
    765403781700
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

  17. Pass38,288 miles (+5,618)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    38,288 miles
    Test number
    409482904604
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

  18. Pass32,670 miles (+4,945)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    32,670 miles
    Test number
    775846865066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass27,725 miles (+5,480)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    27,725 miles
    Test number
    796601154027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass22,245 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    22,245 miles
    Test number
    576045463008
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

  21. Fail22,245 miles (+4,339)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,245 miles
    Test number
    828234663084
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

  22. Pass17,906 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    17,906 miles
    Test number
    196092662425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX09 WVT

Does LX09 WVT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX09 WVT is valid until 15 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX09 WVT?
The MOT on LX09 WVT is valid until 15 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 WVT done?
LX09 WVT was recorded at 88,928 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2026, an average of 5,070 miles a year.
Has LX09 WVT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX09 WVT has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LX09 WVT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 Mar 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LX09 WVT find?
LX09 WVT passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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