Volkswagen logo

Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,198 cc

LB05 VAJMOT history

LB05 VAJ is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Jul 2005. Its MOT expired on 5 Dec 2024 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 151,353 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Dec 2024
Mileage
151,353 mi
At MOT on 4 Dec 2023
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,094 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LB05 VAJ in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 VAJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
1 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 VAJ was last recorded at 151,353 miles on 4 Dec 2023, 16,503 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,850 miles · 29 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
16,503 miles
Average per year
8,094 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 151,353 miles
  • 2022 – 134,850 miles
  • 2021 – 113,543 miles
  • 2019 – 111,521 miles
  • 2018 – 106,521 miles
  • 2017 – 99,017 miles
  • 2016 – 95,741 miles
  • 2015 – 90,884 miles
  • 2014 – 86,100 miles
  • 2013 – 77,876 miles
  • 2012 – 67,336 miles
  • 2011 – 57,048 miles
  • 2010 – 45,962 miles
  • 2009 – 36,080 miles
  • 2008 – 26,408 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,353 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear wiper damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear silencer corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass151,353 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    151,353 miles
    Test number
    392674568073
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Fail151,350 miles (+16,500)2 dangerous1 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,350 miles
    Test number
    447591099521
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Pass134,850 miles (+21,307)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    134,850 miles
    Test number
    419021934120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass113,543 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    113,543 miles
    Test number
    911901012563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail113,536 miles (+2,015)6 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,536 miles
    Test number
    392048069179
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror glass missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass111,521 miles (+69)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    111,521 miles
    Test number
    211002141402
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper damaged

  7. Fail111,452 miles (+4,931)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,452 miles
    Test number
    189672534395
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper damaged

  8. Pass106,521 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    106,521 miles
    Test number
    445524582429
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail106,521 miles (+7,504)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,521 miles
    Test number
    622103312929
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass99,017 miles (+3,276)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    99,017 miles
    Test number
    546753308993
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear silencer corroded

  11. Pass95,741 miles (+4,857)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    95,741 miles
    Test number
    774715277447
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi joint (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryRear silencer corroded

  12. Pass90,884 miles (+4,784)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    90,884 miles
    Test number
    899410885147
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • NoteRear silencer corroded

  13. Pass86,100 miles (+8,224)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    86,100 miles
    Test number
    455491684101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass77,876 miles (+10,540)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    77,876 miles
    Test number
    665746273178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass67,336 miles (+10,288)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    67,336 miles
    Test number
    255139272158
    • NoteRear silencer corroded

  16. Pass57,048 miles (+11,086)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    57,048 miles
    Test number
    238632081119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass45,962 miles (+9,882)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    45,962 miles
    Test number
    471246170107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass36,080 miles (+9,672)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    36,080 miles
    Test number
    551824289198
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass26,408 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    26,408 miles
    Test number
    980999478184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 VAJ

Does LB05 VAJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 VAJ expired on 5 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 VAJ?
The MOT on LB05 VAJ expired on 5 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 VAJ done?
LB05 VAJ was recorded at 151,353 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2023, an average of 8,094 miles a year.
Has LB05 VAJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 VAJ has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LB05 VAJ 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 VAJ find?
LB05 VAJ passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2023 with 1 advisory: front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides.

Related registrations

Browse all LB05V 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.