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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,400 cc

LB55 DLVMOT history

LB55 DLV is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 23 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 84,025 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jul 2027
Mileage
84,025 mi
At MOT on 6 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,669 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 DLV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
23 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 DLV was last recorded at 84,025 miles on 6 Jul 2026, 47 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,978 miles · 22 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
47 miles
Average per year
3,669 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,025 miles
  • 2025 – 80,488 miles
  • 2024 – 76,147 miles
  • 2023 – 72,090 miles
  • 2022 – 68,202 miles
  • 2020 – 62,893 miles
  • 2019 – 59,633 miles
  • 2018 – 55,296 miles
  • 2017 – 52,451 miles
  • 2016 – 49,120 miles
  • 2015 – 46,126 miles
  • 2014 – 43,305 miles
  • 2013 – 39,547 miles
  • 2012 – 35,742 miles
  • 2011 – 31,141 miles
  • 2010 – 26,695 miles
  • 2009 – 24,569 miles
  • 2008 – 19,146 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,025 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Headlamp lens seriously defective both sides

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides splitting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass84,025 miles (+47)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    84,025 miles
    Test number
    177443912000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail83,978 miles (+3,490)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,978 miles
    Test number
    164075014608
    • MajorNearside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass80,488 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2026
    Odometer
    80,488 miles
    Test number
    996477860958
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail80,471 miles (+4,324)2 dangerous7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,471 miles
    Test number
    460478737484
    • DangerousNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush so worn or insecure that directional stability is impaired (5.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush so worn or insecure that directional stability is impaired (5.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • 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 Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass76,147 miles (+4,057)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2025
    Odometer
    76,147 miles
    Test number
    136348453155
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass72,090 miles (+117)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2024
    Odometer
    72,090 miles
    Test number
    986118755583
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail71,973 miles (+3,771)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,973 miles
    Test number
    575731945460
    • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass68,202 miles (+71)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2023
    Odometer
    68,202 miles
    Test number
    620801223769
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides splitting (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail68,131 miles (+5,238)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,131 miles
    Test number
    988290778914
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides splitting (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass62,893 miles (+3,260)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    62,893 miles
    Test number
    949708624298
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective n/s and o/s, but still giving correct beam pattern (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass59,633 miles (+4,337)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    59,633 miles
    Test number
    319406245701

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass55,296 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    55,296 miles
    Test number
    928110070895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail55,296 miles (+2,845)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,296 miles
    Test number
    915752510915
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass52,451 miles (+3,331)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    52,451 miles
    Test number
    751426992205
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has age cracking around sidewalls but no plies or cords exposed

  15. Pass49,120 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    49,120 miles
    Test number
    807350867237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail49,120 miles (+2,994)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,120 miles
    Test number
    238159667634
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  17. Pass46,126 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    46,126 miles
    Test number
    149769843083
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush inner rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush inner rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail46,126 miles (+2,821)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,126 miles
    Test number
    649900985853
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush inner rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush inner rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass43,305 miles (+3,758)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    43,305 miles
    Test number
    698556944390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass39,547 miles (+3,805)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    39,547 miles
    Test number
    789216813308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass35,742 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    35,742 miles
    Test number
    455846522429
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront number plate fading

  22. Fail35,742 miles (+4,601)2 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,742 miles
    Test number
    478796322309
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront number plate fading

  23. Pass31,141 miles (+4,446)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    31,141 miles
    Test number
    695766301300
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear tyres cracking / front number starting to fade

  24. Pass26,695 miles (+2,126)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    26,695 miles
    Test number
    440210900372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass24,569 miles (+5,423)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    24,569 miles
    Test number
    270323609394
    • NoteFront number plate starting to fade

  26. Pass19,146 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    19,146 miles
    Test number
    914124808357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 DLV

Does LB55 DLV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 DLV is valid until 5 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB55 DLV?
The MOT on LB55 DLV is valid until 5 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB55 DLV done?
LB55 DLV was recorded at 84,025 miles at its MOT on 6 Jul 2026, an average of 3,669 miles a year.
Has LB55 DLV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 DLV has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LB55 DLV 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 DLV find?
LB55 DLV passed its latest MOT on 6 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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