
Volkswagen Polo
Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,400 cc
LB55 AEXMOT history
LB55 AEX is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 21 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 6 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 103,358 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Sept 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 6 Sept 2027
- Mileage
- 103,358 mi
- At MOT on 7 Sept 2026
- MOT tests
- 24
- 18 passed · 6 failed
- Per year
- 4,859 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LB55 AEX
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Polo
- Colour
- Blue
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,400 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2005
- First used
- 21 Nov 2005
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 6 Sept 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 7 Sept 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
LB55 AEX was last recorded at 103,358 miles on 7 Sept 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 103,356 miles · 2 Sept 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 2 miles
- Average per year
- 4,859 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 103,358 miles
- 2025 – 98,130 miles
- 2024 – 88,875 miles
- 2023 – 79,027 miles
- 2022 – 74,855 miles
- 2021 – 69,949 miles
- 2020 – 66,583 miles
- 2019 – 59,895 miles
- 2018 – 55,155 miles
- 2017 – 51,594 miles
- 2016 – 46,545 miles
- 2015 – 42,029 miles
- 2014 – 36,294 miles
- 2013 – 33,485 miles
- 2012 – 30,600 miles
- 2011 – 28,786 miles
- 2009 – 22,970 miles
- 2008 – 16,902 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both tyres slightly perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025
Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively
Advisory3 MOTs, 2025–2026
Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill end
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Rear Lower Coil spring corroded o/s and n/s
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning o/s and n/s
Minor2 MOTs, 2025
Full MOT history
24 tests since 21 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass103,358 miles (+2)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Sept 2027
- Odometer
- 103,358 miles
- Test number
- 686336952293
- AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both tyres slightly perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Fail103,356 miles (+5,226)1 dangerous1 major1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 103,356 miles
- Test number
- 337175671529
- DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both tyres slightly perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Pass98,130 miles1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jul 2026
- Odometer
- 98,130 miles
- Test number
- 734279632155
- MinorRear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning o/s and n/s (4.2.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill end (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Lower Coil spring corroded o/s and n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Fail98,130 miles (+9,255)4 major2 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 98,130 miles
- Test number
- 979265254706
- MajorCentral Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
- MajorFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced o/s and n/s (4.1.4 (b))
- MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Electrical wiring insecure abs wiring (4.11 (a) (i))
- MinorRear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning o/s and n/s (4.2.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill end (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Lower Coil spring corroded o/s and n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Pass88,875 miles (+1)1 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 17 Jul 2025
- Odometer
- 88,875 miles
- Test number
- 829285549936
- MinorNearside Front Electrical wiring inadequately secured ABS wire (4.11 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides, very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexible section deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Fail88,874 miles (+9,847)1 dangerous4 major1 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 88,874 miles
- Test number
- 390067412327
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 185/60R14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MinorNearside Front Electrical wiring inadequately secured ABS wire (4.11 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides, very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexible section deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass79,027 miles (+4,172)2 minor9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 17 Jul 2024
- Odometer
- 79,027 miles
- Test number
- 288004619558
- MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective borderline (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective borderline (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test permit moved up (3.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex section (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing urgent (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing urgent (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass74,855 miles
- MOT expiry
- 21 May 2023
- Odometer
- 74,855 miles
- Test number
- 199449463238
No defects or advisories recorded.
FailMileage not read1 major1 minor
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 403559945716
- MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Pass69,949 miles (+3,366)1 minor
- MOT expiry
- 21 May 2022
- Odometer
- 69,949 miles
- Test number
- 316471649418
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Pass66,583 miles (+9)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 21 May 2021
- Odometer
- 66,583 miles
- Test number
- 378391754483
- AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Fail66,574 miles (+6,679)1 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 66,574 miles
- Test number
- 675380064698
- MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Pass59,895 miles (+4,740)
- MOT expiry
- 22 Nov 2020
- Odometer
- 59,895 miles
- Test number
- 959070021410
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass55,155 miles (+3,561)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 22 May 2019
- Odometer
- 55,155 miles
- Test number
- 984264645916
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass51,594 miles (+5,049)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 22 May 2018
- Odometer
- 51,594 miles
- Test number
- 641278837318
- 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)
Pass46,545 miles (+4,516)
- MOT expiry
- 22 May 2017
- Odometer
- 46,545 miles
- Test number
- 843591884675
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass42,029 miles (+5,735)
- MOT expiry
- 22 May 2016
- Odometer
- 42,029 miles
- Test number
- 457083345186
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass36,294 miles3 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 21 May 2015
- Odometer
- 36,294 miles
- Test number
- 346576634174
- AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
- AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteRear number plate insecure one side
Fail36,294 miles (+2,809)2 repaired3 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 36,294 miles
- Test number
- 685786034155
- Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
- AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteRear number plate insecure one side
Pass33,485 miles (+2,885)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 21 May 2014
- Odometer
- 33,485 miles
- Test number
- 826387833118
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Pass30,600 miles (+1,814)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 21 May 2013
- Odometer
- 30,600 miles
- Test number
- 545133842166
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Pass28,786 miles (+5,816)
- MOT expiry
- 13 May 2012
- Odometer
- 28,786 miles
- Test number
- 157304731184
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass22,970 miles (+6,068)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 19 Oct 2010
- Odometer
- 22,970 miles
- Test number
- 102203099280
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass16,902 miles
- MOT expiry
- 21 Nov 2009
- Odometer
- 16,902 miles
- Test number
- 801796328350
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LB55 AEX
- Does LB55 AEX currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 AEX is valid until 6 Sept 2027.
- When is the MOT due on LB55 AEX?
- The MOT on LB55 AEX is valid until 6 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LB55 AEX done?
- LB55 AEX was recorded at 103,358 miles at its MOT on 7 Sept 2026, an average of 4,859 miles a year.
- Has LB55 AEX ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LB55 AEX has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Sept 2026.
- Has the mileage on LB55 AEX 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 LB55 AEX find?
- LB55 AEX passed its latest MOT on 7 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; rear inner tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres slightly perishing.
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