Volkswagen logo

Volkswagen Polo

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,422 cc

LB05 FHUMOT history

LB05 FHU is a black diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 25 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 13 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 66,221 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 May 2027
Mileage
66,221 mi
At MOT on 14 May 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,267 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LB05 FHU in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 FHU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,422 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
25 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 May 2027
Latest MOT test
14 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 FHU was last recorded at 66,221 miles on 14 May 2026, 13,409 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
52,812 miles · 6 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
13,409 miles
Average per year
3,267 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 66,221 miles
  • 2025 – 52,812 miles
  • 2024 – 44,128 miles
  • 2023 – 42,650 miles
  • 2022 – 40,204 miles
  • 2021 – 38,677 miles
  • 2019 – 37,087 miles
  • 2018 – 34,500 miles
  • 2017 – 32,951 miles
  • 2016 – 30,455 miles
  • 2015 – 27,190 miles
  • 2014 – 23,859 miles
  • 2013 – 22,302 miles
  • 2012 – 20,984 miles
  • 2011 – 16,255 miles
  • 2010 – 12,676 miles
  • 2009 – 10,181 miles
  • 2008 – 8,002 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass66,221 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 18 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass66,221 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2027
    Odometer
    66,221 miles
    Test number
    721915855308
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  2. Fail66,221 miles (+13,409)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,221 miles
    Test number
    226440456685
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  3. Pass52,812 miles (+8,684)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    52,812 miles
    Test number
    706001640473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass44,128 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    44,128 miles
    Test number
    288041988082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail44,128 miles (+1,478)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,128 miles
    Test number
    685424643534
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass42,650 miles (+2,446)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    42,650 miles
    Test number
    998667401493
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner 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. Pass40,204 miles (+1,527)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    40,204 miles
    Test number
    715696907501
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass38,677 miles (+1,590)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    38,677 miles
    Test number
    141983237936
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s front suspension arm rear mounts slight deterioration

  9. Pass37,087 miles (+2,587)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    37,087 miles
    Test number
    505334425939
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass34,500 miles (+1,549)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    34,500 miles
    Test number
    374290173879
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust section rusty

  11. Pass32,951 miles (+2,496)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    32,951 miles
    Test number
    188203593681
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass30,455 miles (+3,265)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    30,455 miles
    Test number
    199643627821
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass27,190 miles (+3,331)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    27,190 miles
    Test number
    675252185131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass23,859 miles (+1,557)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    23,859 miles
    Test number
    965600994138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass22,302 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    22,302 miles
    Test number
    729152383116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail22,302 miles (+1,318)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,302 miles
    Test number
    505192783138
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass20,984 miles (+4,729)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    20,984 miles
    Test number
    927204172185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass16,255 miles (+3,579)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    16,255 miles
    Test number
    268260581426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass12,676 miles (+2,495)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    12,676 miles
    Test number
    702645470119
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front tyre side walls showing surface cracks

  20. Fail10,181 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,181 miles
    Test number
    281528179445
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass10,181 miles (+2,179)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    10,181 miles
    Test number
    623348979173
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass8,002 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    8,002 miles
    Test number
    371590808452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 FHU

Does LB05 FHU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 FHU is valid until 13 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB05 FHU?
The MOT on LB05 FHU is valid until 13 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 FHU done?
LB05 FHU was recorded at 66,221 miles at its MOT on 14 May 2026, an average of 3,267 miles a year.
Has LB05 FHU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 FHU has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 14 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LB05 FHU 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 LB05 FHU find?
LB05 FHU passed its latest MOT on 14 May 2026 with 1 minor defect: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated.

Related registrations

Browse all LB05F registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.