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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,198 cc

LB55 BZMMOT history

LB55 BZM is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 20 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 14 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 137,073 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Apr 2027
Mileage
137,073 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,824 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 BZM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
20 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 BZM was last recorded at 137,073 miles on 15 Apr 2026, 8,361 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,712 miles · 19 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
8,361 miles
Average per year
6,824 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 137,073 miles
  • 2024 – 128,712 miles
  • 2022 – 106,200 miles
  • 2020 – 90,830 miles
  • 2019 – 84,824 miles
  • 2018 – 79,217 miles
  • 2017 – 71,211 miles
  • 2016 – 60,786 miles
  • 2014 – 42,032 miles
  • 2013 – 41,571 miles
  • 2012 – 40,836 miles
  • 2011 – 36,707 miles
  • 2010 – 29,981 miles
  • 2009 – 22,757 miles
  • 2008 – 18,881 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,073 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both side (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass137,073 miles (+8,361)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    137,073 miles
    Test number
    317168833611
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both side (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass128,712 miles (+10,018)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    128,712 miles
    Test number
    295383359359
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass118,694 miles (+12,494)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    118,694 miles
    Test number
    332261512504
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass106,200 miles (+7,885)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    106,200 miles
    Test number
    482148418075
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass98,315 miles (+7,485)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    98,315 miles
    Test number
    982985155206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass90,830 miles (+6,006)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    90,830 miles
    Test number
    515229033419
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass84,824 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    84,824 miles
    Test number
    658776292587
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  8. Fail84,824 miles (+5,607)1 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,824 miles
    Test number
    789572843212
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  9. Pass79,217 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    79,217 miles
    Test number
    451533356829
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Fail79,217 miles (+8,006)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,217 miles
    Test number
    707950743277
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass71,211 miles (+10,425)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    71,211 miles
    Test number
    332474073922

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass60,786 miles (+18,754)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    60,786 miles
    Test number
    986781459896

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass42,032 miles (+461)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    42,032 miles
    Test number
    558079634391
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN s r tyer small splits

  14. Pass41,571 miles (+735)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    41,571 miles
    Test number
    837665853373
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  15. Fail40,836 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,836 miles
    Test number
    436943452365
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  16. Pass40,836 miles (+4,129)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    40,836 miles
    Test number
    835773152311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass36,707 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    36,707 miles
    Test number
    227404051351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail36,707 miles (+6,726)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,707 miles
    Test number
    706524151320
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass29,981 miles (+7,224)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    29,981 miles
    Test number
    672539740355
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass22,757 miles (+3,876)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    22,757 miles
    Test number
    661139849362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass18,881 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    18,881 miles
    Test number
    100084458307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 BZM

Does LB55 BZM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 BZM is valid until 14 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB55 BZM?
The MOT on LB55 BZM is valid until 14 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB55 BZM done?
LB55 BZM was recorded at 137,073 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2026, an average of 6,824 miles a year.
Has LB55 BZM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 BZM has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Nov 2019.
Has the mileage on LB55 BZM 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 BZM find?
LB55 BZM passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2026 with 5 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front shock absorbers has light misting of oil both side; nearside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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