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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,198 cc

LA55 DTUMOT history

LA55 DTU is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 17 Feb 2006. Its MOT expired on 20 Sept 2024 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 137,677 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Sept 2023.

LA55 DTU black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 20 Sept 2024
Mileage
137,677 mi
At MOT on 19 Sept 2023
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,907 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA55 DTU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
17 Feb 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
19 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA55 DTU was last recorded at 137,677 miles on 19 Sept 2023, 49 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,628 miles · 13 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
49 miles
Average per year
6,907 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 137,677 miles
  • 2022 – 132,275 miles
  • 2021 – 122,084 miles
  • 2020 – 118,415 miles
  • 2019 – 113,219 miles
  • 2018 – 108,208 miles
  • 2017 – 102,283 miles
  • 2016 – 97,950 miles
  • 2015 – 90,384 miles
  • 2014 – 87,474 miles
  • 2013 – 77,904 miles
  • 2012 – 71,959 miles
  • 2011 – 61,296 miles
  • 2010 – 51,472 miles
  • 2009 – 37,137 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,677 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Oil leak

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2013–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 27 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,677 miles (+49)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    137,677 miles
    Test number
    180462843334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail137,628 miles (+5,353)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,628 miles
    Test number
    596071377294
    • MajorNearside Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected N/S SIDE INDECATOR MISSING AND DAMAGED (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn O/S INNER LOWER ARM BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass132,275 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    132,275 miles
    Test number
    738534606048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail132,275 miles (+10,191)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,275 miles
    Test number
    900419040672
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass122,084 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    122,084 miles
    Test number
    441175216292
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail122,080 miles (+3,665)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,080 miles
    Test number
    254561189483
    • MajorOffside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass118,415 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    118,415 miles
    Test number
    928471975699

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail118,414 miles (+5,195)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,414 miles
    Test number
    281610134273
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  9. Pass113,219 miles (+5,011)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    113,219 miles
    Test number
    852481886161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass108,208 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    108,208 miles
    Test number
    322879707717
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Fail108,206 miles (+5,923)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,206 miles
    Test number
    337581611078
    • MajorBraking system leaking servo pipe broken (1.1.3 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre box blowing (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass102,283 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    102,283 miles
    Test number
    737174580107
    • AdvisoryFront front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail102,271 miles (+4,321)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,271 miles
    Test number
    964637903029
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass97,950 miles (+7,566)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    97,950 miles
    Test number
    398367546588
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak Engine

  15. Pass90,384 miles (+2,910)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    90,384 miles
    Test number
    878020991336
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

  16. Fail87,474 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,474 miles
    Test number
    115758954313
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  17. Pass87,474 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    87,474 miles
    Test number
    965598054348
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. FailMileage not read2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    315640354074
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. PassMileage not read1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    575670754086
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass77,904 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    77,904 miles
    Test number
    787134153076
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEml light on

  21. Fail77,904 miles (+5,945)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,904 miles
    Test number
    449344753074
    • DangerousOil leak
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEml light on

  22. Pass71,959 miles (+10,663)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    71,959 miles
    Test number
    899586552012
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass61,296 miles (+9,824)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    61,296 miles
    Test number
    198258621082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass51,472 miles (+14,335)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    51,472 miles
    Test number
    390337350069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass37,137 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    37,137 miles
    Test number
    371448659081
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LA55 DTU

Does LA55 DTU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA55 DTU expired on 20 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA55 DTU?
The MOT on LA55 DTU expired on 20 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA55 DTU done?
LA55 DTU was recorded at 137,677 miles at its MOT on 19 Sept 2023, an average of 6,907 miles a year.
Has LA55 DTU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA55 DTU has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LA55 DTU 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 LA55 DTU find?
LA55 DTU passed its latest MOT on 19 Sept 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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