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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,198 cc

LA05 BPOMOT history

LA05 BPO is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 23 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 85,008 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jun 2026.

LA05 BPO black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jun 2027
Mileage
85,008 mi
At MOT on 24 Jun 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,426 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA05 BPO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
23 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA05 BPO was last recorded at 85,008 miles on 24 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,008 miles · 23 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,426 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,008 miles
  • 2025 – 83,487 miles
  • 2024 – 81,723 miles
  • 2023 – 80,735 miles
  • 2022 – 79,855 miles
  • 2021 – 78,343 miles
  • 2020 – 77,120 miles
  • 2019 – 75,329 miles
  • 2018 – 72,613 miles
  • 2017 – 68,582 miles
  • 2016 – 64,151 miles
  • 2015 – 59,960 miles
  • 2014 – 56,615 miles
  • 2013 – 50,968 miles
  • 2012 – 45,070 miles
  • 2011 – 38,949 miles
  • 2010 – 33,167 miles
  • 2009 – 27,327 miles
  • 2008 – 23,371 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,008 miles
  • MinorNearside Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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 Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2026

Full MOT history

28 tests since 27 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,008 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    85,008 miles
    Test number
    439361376147
    • MinorNearside Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • 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))

  2. Fail85,008 miles (+1,521)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,008 miles
    Test number
    635505120508
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • 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))

  3. Pass83,487 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    83,487 miles
    Test number
    201681384089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail83,487 miles (+1,764)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,487 miles
    Test number
    407435065127
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass81,723 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    81,723 miles
    Test number
    160810247535

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail81,723 miles (+988)5 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,723 miles
    Test number
    418780082015
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass80,735 miles (+880)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    80,735 miles
    Test number
    593262619007
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  8. Pass79,855 miles (+1,512)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    79,855 miles
    Test number
    526081065685
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass78,343 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    78,343 miles
    Test number
    417108656534
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail78,343 miles (+1,223)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,343 miles
    Test number
    239144711251
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass77,120 miles (+1,791)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    77,120 miles
    Test number
    526374018972
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass75,329 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    75,329 miles
    Test number
    107372203012
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail75,329 miles (+2,716)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,329 miles
    Test number
    673184170346
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass72,613 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    72,613 miles
    Test number
    764964705648
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Fail72,613 miles (+4,031)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,613 miles
    Test number
    217166828915
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass68,582 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    68,582 miles
    Test number
    517695787168
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater obscured but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2d)

  17. Fail68,582 miles (+4,431)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,582 miles
    Test number
    653025314692
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater obscured but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2d)

  18. Pass64,151 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    64,151 miles
    Test number
    960855125960
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater obscured but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2d)

  19. Fail64,151 miles (+4,191)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,151 miles
    Test number
    296052775401
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater obscured but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2d)

  20. Pass59,960 miles (+3,345)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    59,960 miles
    Test number
    236338605428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass56,615 miles (+5,647)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    56,615 miles
    Test number
    725880774143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass50,968 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    50,968 miles
    Test number
    245601073448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail50,968 miles (+5,898)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,968 miles
    Test number
    596371673162
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass45,070 miles (+6,121)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    45,070 miles
    Test number
    699337672123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass38,949 miles (+5,782)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    38,949 miles
    Test number
    239591771462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass33,167 miles (+5,840)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    33,167 miles
    Test number
    510123700252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass27,327 miles (+3,956)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    27,327 miles
    Test number
    523105409281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass23,371 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    23,371 miles
    Test number
    353899778135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA05 BPO

Does LA05 BPO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA05 BPO is valid until 23 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA05 BPO?
The MOT on LA05 BPO is valid until 23 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA05 BPO done?
LA05 BPO was recorded at 85,008 miles at its MOT on 24 Jun 2026, an average of 3,426 miles a year.
Has LA05 BPO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA05 BPO has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LA05 BPO 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 LA05 BPO find?
LA05 BPO passed its latest MOT on 24 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 2 more.

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