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Volkswagen Polo

White · Petrol · 2012 · 1,198 cc

V9 LKTMOT history

V9 LKT is a white petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 29 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 75,377 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Dec 2025.

V9 LKT white Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jan 2027
Mileage
75,377 mi
At MOT on 29 Dec 2025
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,577 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V9 LKT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
29 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V9 LKT was last recorded at 75,377 miles on 29 Dec 2025, 7,061 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,316 miles · 16 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
7,061 miles
Average per year
5,577 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 75,377 miles
  • 2024 – 61,812 miles
  • 2023 – 54,256 miles
  • 2022 – 46,972 miles
  • 2021 – 44,160 miles
  • 2020 – 39,796 miles
  • 2019 – 34,037 miles
  • 2018 – 28,347 miles
  • 2017 – 23,051 miles
  • 2016 – 18,945 miles
  • 2015 – 14,930 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,377 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront exhaust slight blow
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe end (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust outer skin rusty / coming off

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush bonding deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush bonding deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

15 tests since 26 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,377 miles (+7,061)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    75,377 miles
    Test number
    704223569235
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust slight blow
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe end (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust outer skin rusty / coming off

  2. Pass68,316 miles (+6,504)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    68,316 miles
    Test number
    389133512764
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both nearside and offside (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both nearside and offside on 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin rusty / coming off

  3. Pass61,812 miles (+509)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    61,812 miles
    Test number
    584367803316
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush bonding deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush bonding deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  4. Fail61,303 miles (+7,047)2 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,303 miles
    Test number
    700349518739
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush bonding deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush bonding deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  5. Pass54,256 miles (+7,284)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    54,256 miles
    Test number
    550439200318
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust outer skin rusty and coming off

  6. Pass46,972 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    46,972 miles
    Test number
    269533299701
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer outer skin deteriorated

  7. Fail46,972 miles (+2,812)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,972 miles
    Test number
    909925469704
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer outer skin deteriorated

  8. Pass44,160 miles (+4,364)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    44,160 miles
    Test number
    328633910863
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass39,796 miles (+5,759)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    39,796 miles
    Test number
    666648408516

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass34,037 miles (+5,690)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    34,037 miles
    Test number
    846358856070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass28,347 miles (+5,296)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    28,347 miles
    Test number
    568067521581
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass23,051 miles (+4,106)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    23,051 miles
    Test number
    774985633237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass18,945 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    18,945 miles
    Test number
    207531866149
    • AdvisoryNearside wiper worn but clearing
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  14. Fail18,945 miles (+4,015)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,945 miles
    Test number
    924116958902
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside wiper worn but clearing
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. Pass14,930 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    14,930 miles
    Test number
    226847055056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V9 LKT

Does V9 LKT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V9 LKT is valid until 15 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on V9 LKT?
The MOT on V9 LKT is valid until 15 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V9 LKT done?
V9 LKT was recorded at 75,377 miles at its MOT on 29 Dec 2025, an average of 5,577 miles a year.
Has V9 LKT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V9 LKT has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on V9 LKT 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 V9 LKT find?
V9 LKT passed its latest MOT on 29 Dec 2025 with 6 advisories: front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both nearside and offside; front exhaust slight blow; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 3 more.

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