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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,198 cc

LB05 VYWMOT history

LB05 VYW is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 20 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 167,884 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jun 2027
Mileage
167,884 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2026
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,897 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 VYW
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
20 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
29 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 VYW was last recorded at 167,884 miles on 29 May 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,884 miles · 27 May 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,897 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 167,884 miles
  • 2025 – 162,212 miles
  • 2024 – 158,186 miles
  • 2023 – 152,840 miles
  • 2022 – 147,377 miles
  • 2021 – 143,302 miles
  • 2020 – 140,995 miles
  • 2018 – 140,486 miles
  • 2016 – 124,602 miles
  • 2015 – 119,087 miles
  • 2014 – 116,437 miles
  • 2013 – 112,354 miles
  • 2012 – 100,868 miles
  • 2011 – 86,319 miles
  • 2010 – 69,711 miles
  • 2009 – 56,110 miles
  • 2008 – 44,773 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,884 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edges (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryCorrosion starting under vehicleRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryHeat shield insecure slightlyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Exhaust backbox deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Headlamps slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass167,884 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    167,884 miles
    Test number
    884222899552
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion starting under vehicle
    • AdvisoryHeat shield insecure slightly

  2. Fail167,884 miles (+5,672)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,884 miles
    Test number
    770653969114
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working side lamp (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion starting under vehicle
    • AdvisoryHeat shield insecure slightly

  3. Pass162,212 miles (+4,026)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    162,212 miles
    Test number
    382046169647
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeat shield slightly insecure

  4. Pass158,186 miles (+5,346)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    158,186 miles
    Test number
    808292208508
    • MinorTyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass152,840 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    152,840 miles
    Test number
    854466489675

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail152,837 miles (+5,460)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,837 miles
    Test number
    566778507294
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass147,377 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    147,377 miles
    Test number
    786333643375
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  8. Fail147,377 miles (+4,075)3 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,377 miles
    Test number
    510723393836
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  9. Pass143,302 miles (+40)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    143,302 miles
    Test number
    303445481404
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust backbox deteriorated
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps slightly deteriorated

  10. Fail143,262 miles (+2,267)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,262 miles
    Test number
    155774470208
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust backbox deteriorated
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps slightly deteriorated

  11. Pass140,995 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    140,995 miles
    Test number
    651230615173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust in poor condition

  12. Fail140,985 miles (+499)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,985 miles
    Test number
    803780914310
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer outer casing deteriorated

  13. Pass140,486 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    140,486 miles
    Test number
    396861957338
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  14. Fail140,486 miles (+6,045)4 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,486 miles
    Test number
    669959259998
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  15. Pass134,441 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    134,441 miles
    Test number
    639521612236
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear slight noise in wheel bearing

  16. Fail134,441 miles (+9,839)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,441 miles
    Test number
    236184616656
    • FailureNearside Inner Steering pivot point has excessive play steering rack joint (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear slight noise in wheel bearing

  17. Pass124,602 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    124,602 miles
    Test number
    216063515247
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit needs replacing (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit needs replacing (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail124,601 miles (+5,514)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,601 miles
    Test number
    511263732943
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit needs replacing (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit needs replacing (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass119,087 miles (+2,650)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    119,087 miles
    Test number
    898530115233
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteSigns of perishing on offside front tyre

  20. Pass116,437 miles (+4,083)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    116,437 miles
    Test number
    247784474430
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  21. Pass112,354 miles (+11,486)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    112,354 miles
    Test number
    658787913279
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFuel filter corroded but not leaking

  22. Pass100,868 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    100,868 miles
    Test number
    336443612459
    • NoteRear wiper smearing

  23. Fail100,868 miles (+14,549)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,868 miles
    Test number
    716872712234
    • FailureBrake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • NoteRear wiper smearing
    • NoteWheel in boot punctured

  24. Pass86,319 miles (+2)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    86,319 miles
    Test number
    385657011260
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteHand brake not locking rollers
    • NoteRear foot brake not locking rollers
    • NoteRear silencer weak

  25. Fail86,317 miles (+16,606)1 failure5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,317 miles
    Test number
    355495011238
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront tyres worn to 0mm on edges
    • NoteHand brake not locking rollers
    • NoteRear foot brake not locking rollers
    • NoteRear silencer weak

  26. Pass69,711 miles (+13,601)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    69,711 miles
    Test number
    292707610279
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront wiper blades smearing

  27. Pass56,110 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    56,110 miles
    Test number
    382476219448
    • NoteFront brake pads low
    • NoteHand brake travel long
    • NoteRight rear tyre perished and split

  28. Fail56,110 miles (+11,337)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,110 miles
    Test number
    154716519292
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteFront brake pads low
    • NoteHand brake travel long
    • NoteRight rear tyre perished and split

  29. Fail44,773 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,773 miles
    Test number
    392964108288
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  30. Pass44,773 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    44,773 miles
    Test number
    864994008204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 VYW

Does LB05 VYW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 VYW is valid until 3 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB05 VYW?
The MOT on LB05 VYW is valid until 3 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 VYW done?
LB05 VYW was recorded at 167,884 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2026, an average of 6,897 miles a year.
Has LB05 VYW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 VYW has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 27 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LB05 VYW 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 VYW find?
LB05 VYW passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2026 with 4 advisories: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edges; oil leak, but not excessive; corrosion starting under vehicle, and 1 more.

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