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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,400 cc

LB55 FWTMOT history

LB55 FWT is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 10 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 4 Nov 2024 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 124,595 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Nov 2024
Mileage
124,595 mi
At MOT on 1 Nov 2023
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,983 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 FWT
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
10 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
1 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 FWT was last recorded at 124,595 miles on 1 Nov 2023, 4,703 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,892 miles · 26 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
4,703 miles
Average per year
6,983 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 124,595 miles
  • 2022 – 119,892 miles
  • 2021 – 114,067 miles
  • 2020 – 108,042 miles
  • 2019 – 101,412 miles
  • 2017 – 94,088 miles
  • 2016 – 81,716 miles
  • 2015 – 71,250 miles
  • 2014 – 59,723 miles
  • 2013 – 44,842 miles
  • 2012 – 40,540 miles
  • 2011 – 34,904 miles
  • 2010 – 29,836 miles
  • 2009 – 25,864 miles
  • 2008 – 20,576 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,595 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (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.

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 8 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,595 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    124,595 miles
    Test number
    604311219784
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  2. Fail124,595 miles (+4,703)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,595 miles
    Test number
    763851930228
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  3. Pass119,892 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    119,892 miles
    Test number
    283835585465
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine
  4. Fail119,888 miles (+5,821)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,888 miles
    Test number
    412668240027
    • MajorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end modification unsafe (2.1.3 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine
  5. Pass114,067 miles (+6,025)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    114,067 miles
    Test number
    569324582448
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass108,042 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    108,042 miles
    Test number
    559858309646
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  7. Fail108,038 miles (+6,626)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,038 miles
    Test number
    240723084145
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  8. Pass101,412 miles (+7,324)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    101,412 miles
    Test number
    707374632164
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexy (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass94,088 miles (+12,372)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    94,088 miles
    Test number
    257855638982
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
  10. Pass81,716 miles (+10,466)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    81,716 miles
    Test number
    868704459661
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
  11. Pass71,250 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    71,250 miles
    Test number
    903637273116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail71,250 miles (+11,527)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,250 miles
    Test number
    914861565191
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
  13. Pass59,723 miles (+14,881)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    59,723 miles
    Test number
    349873374493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass44,842 miles (+4,302)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    44,842 miles
    Test number
    195949683293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass40,540 miles (+5,636)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    40,540 miles
    Test number
    495368432433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass34,904 miles (+5,068)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    34,904 miles
    Test number
    316382241321
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn to 1ml on inside edge
  17. Fail29,836 miles4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,836 miles
    Test number
    643131740306
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  18. Pass29,836 miles (+3,972)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    29,836 miles
    Test number
    761301840312
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  19. Pass25,864 miles (+5,288)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    25,864 miles
    Test number
    234431849390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass20,576 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    20,576 miles
    Test number
    611083248340
    • 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)

Questions about LB55 FWT

Does LB55 FWT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 FWT expired on 4 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 FWT?
The MOT on LB55 FWT expired on 4 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 FWT done?
LB55 FWT was recorded at 124,595 miles at its MOT on 1 Nov 2023, an average of 6,983 miles a year.
Has LB55 FWT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 FWT has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LB55 FWT 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 FWT find?
LB55 FWT passed its latest MOT on 1 Nov 2023 with 2 advisories: nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output.

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