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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 1,400 cc

LA55 EVJMOT history

LA55 EVJ is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Feb 2006. Its MOT is valid until 6 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 82,937 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Mar 2026.

LA55 EVJ grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Mar 2027
Mileage
82,937 mi
At MOT on 4 Mar 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,737 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA55 EVJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
1 Feb 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA55 EVJ was last recorded at 82,937 miles on 4 Mar 2026, 3,499 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,438 miles · 4 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,499 miles
Average per year
3,737 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,937 miles
  • 2025 – 79,438 miles
  • 2024 – 77,343 miles
  • 2023 – 76,761 miles
  • 2022 – 66,136 miles
  • 2021 – 56,048 miles
  • 2020 – 49,218 miles
  • 2019 – 39,350 miles
  • 2018 – 32,737 miles
  • 2017 – 29,258 miles
  • 2016 – 27,039 miles
  • 2015 – 26,136 miles
  • 2014 – 25,348 miles
  • 2013 – 24,592 miles
  • 2012 – 24,500 miles
  • 2011 – 24,277 miles
  • 2010 – 23,166 miles
  • 2009 – 19,038 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,937 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and Offside

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Engine oil level low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside and Offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement On the limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

24 tests since 26 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,937 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    82,937 miles
    Test number
    339913548081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail82,933 miles (+3,495)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,933 miles
    Test number
    699079486699
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass79,438 miles (+2,095)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    79,438 miles
    Test number
    438881178828

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass77,343 miles (+582)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    77,343 miles
    Test number
    119658725396
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass76,761 miles (+279)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    76,761 miles
    Test number
    647335039639
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside and Offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement On the limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp lens slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryParking brake slightly imbalanced. It would appear that the braking system may require adjustment or repair. Offside lower effort
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail76,482 miles (+10,346)2 major1 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,482 miles
    Test number
    526781942219
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside and Offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and Offside -On the limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement On the limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside and Offside front tyre have slight wear on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp lens slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside windscreen wiper slightly smearing/worn
    • AdvisoryParking brake slightly imbalanced. It would appear that the braking system may require adjustment or repair. Offside lower effort
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Nearside and Offside -On the limit (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and Offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass66,136 miles (+34)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    66,136 miles
    Test number
    905924616352
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and Offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside and Offside headlamp lens slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside and Offside lower arm bush slightly cracking or perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside and Offside wiper slightly smearing
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and Offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail66,102 miles (+10,054)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,102 miles
    Test number
    592876261651
    • 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))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and Offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside and Offside headlamp lens slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside and Offside lower arm bush slightly cracking or perishing
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and Offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass56,048 miles (+6,830)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    56,048 miles
    Test number
    792098374647
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated has a minor split advise change (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective lens slightly misty (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  10. Pass49,218 miles (+9,868)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    49,218 miles
    Test number
    762487468792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass39,350 miles (+6,613)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    39,350 miles
    Test number
    528672002466
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyrewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass32,737 miles (+3,479)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    32,737 miles
    Test number
    427642698901
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass29,258 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2018
    Odometer
    29,258 miles
    Test number
    449622603354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail29,258 miles (+2,219)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,258 miles
    Test number
    234353535672
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicators incorrect colour both sides (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Pass27,039 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2017
    Odometer
    27,039 miles
    Test number
    729359281125
    • AdvisoryNear side front tyre outer wall wprn

  16. Fail27,039 miles (+903)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,039 miles
    Test number
    209631224032
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNear side front tyre outer wall wprn

  17. Pass26,136 miles (+788)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2016
    Odometer
    26,136 miles
    Test number
    477540145162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass25,348 miles (+756)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2015
    Odometer
    25,348 miles
    Test number
    278709034444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass24,592 miles (+92)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2014
    Odometer
    24,592 miles
    Test number
    488604643139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass24,500 miles (+223)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2013
    Odometer
    24,500 miles
    Test number
    268132332181
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Pass24,277 miles (+1,111)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    24,277 miles
    Test number
    497738541064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass23,166 miles (+4,128)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    23,166 miles
    Test number
    751668810044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass19,038 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    19,038 miles
    Test number
    174076429057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail19,038 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,038 miles
    Test number
    672826429006
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Questions about LA55 EVJ

Does LA55 EVJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA55 EVJ is valid until 6 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA55 EVJ?
The MOT on LA55 EVJ is valid until 6 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA55 EVJ done?
LA55 EVJ was recorded at 82,937 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2026, an average of 3,737 miles a year.
Has LA55 EVJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA55 EVJ has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LA55 EVJ 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 EVJ find?
LA55 EVJ passed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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