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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2009 · 1,198 cc

LX59 YTEMOT history

LX59 YTE is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 16 Oct 2009. Its MOT is valid until 10 Feb 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 54,271 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Feb 2026.

LX59 YTE red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Feb 2027
Mileage
54,271 mi
At MOT on 11 Feb 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,440 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX59 YTE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
16 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX59 YTE was last recorded at 54,271 miles on 11 Feb 2026, 12,614 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
41,657 miles · 9 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
12,614 miles
Average per year
3,440 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 54,271 miles
  • 2024 – 41,657 miles
  • 2023 – 37,822 miles
  • 2022 – 34,707 miles
  • 2021 – 25,466 miles
  • 2020 – 22,897 miles
  • 2019 – 19,581 miles
  • 2018 – 16,267 miles
  • 2017 – 14,766 miles
  • 2016 – 14,237 miles
  • 2015 – 13,307 miles
  • 2014 – 11,609 miles
  • 2013 – 9,430 miles
  • 2012 – 8,360 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass54,271 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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 Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

19 tests since 8 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass54,271 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    54,271 miles
    Test number
    963274694932
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail54,271 miles (+12,614)5 major5 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,271 miles
    Test number
    220583291011
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass41,657 miles (+3,835)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    41,657 miles
    Test number
    849594967432
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass37,822 miles (+3,115)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    37,822 miles
    Test number
    129456507683
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower outer sill repaired
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass34,707 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    34,707 miles
    Test number
    121640341310
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail34,707 miles (+9,241)1 dangerous2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,707 miles
    Test number
    252613456413
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass25,466 miles (+2,569)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    25,466 miles
    Test number
    754390620244
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass22,897 miles (+3,316)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    22,897 miles
    Test number
    922243693721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass19,581 miles (+3,314)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    19,581 miles
    Test number
    872505489402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass16,267 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    16,267 miles
    Test number
    609786049995

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail16,267 miles (+1,501)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,267 miles
    Test number
    373285238346
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  12. Pass14,766 miles (+529)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    14,766 miles
    Test number
    415709353094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass14,237 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    14,237 miles
    Test number
    947118458681

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail14,237 miles (+930)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,237 miles
    Test number
    778529400026
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass13,307 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    13,307 miles
    Test number
    836809329048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail13,307 miles (+1,698)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,307 miles
    Test number
    889650195672
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass11,609 miles (+2,179)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    11,609 miles
    Test number
    316780494222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass9,430 miles (+1,070)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    9,430 miles
    Test number
    258424983209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass8,360 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    8,360 miles
    Test number
    145242482284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX59 YTE

Does LX59 YTE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX59 YTE is valid until 10 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX59 YTE?
The MOT on LX59 YTE is valid until 10 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX59 YTE done?
LX59 YTE was recorded at 54,271 miles at its MOT on 11 Feb 2026, an average of 3,440 miles a year.
Has LX59 YTE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX59 YTE has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LX59 YTE 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 LX59 YTE find?
LX59 YTE passed its latest MOT on 11 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 2 more.

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