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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,198 cc

LB55 MWWMOT history

LB55 MWW is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 13 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 2 Feb 2026 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 118,593 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Feb 2026
Mileage
118,593 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2025
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,162 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 MWW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
13 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 MWW was last recorded at 118,593 miles on 3 Feb 2025, 36 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,557 miles · 21 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
36 miles
Average per year
6,162 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 118,593 miles
  • 2024 – 110,536 miles
  • 2023 – 103,370 miles
  • 2022 – 102,226 miles
  • 2021 – 102,102 miles
  • 2020 – 94,213 miles
  • 2019 – 86,480 miles
  • 2018 – 77,086 miles
  • 2017 – 65,863 miles
  • 2016 – 55,736 miles
  • 2015 – 47,074 miles
  • 2014 – 43,900 miles
  • 2013 – 39,846 miles
  • 2012 – 36,516 miles
  • 2011 – 33,983 miles
  • 2010 – 28,194 miles
  • 2009 – 23,419 miles
  • 2008 – 19,044 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,593 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Silencer corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass118,593 miles (+36)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    118,593 miles
    Test number
    138473445610
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Silencer corroded

  2. Fail118,557 miles (+8,021)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,557 miles
    Test number
    585329787897
    • 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 Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Silencer corroded

  3. Pass110,536 miles (+7,166)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    110,536 miles
    Test number
    901978637639
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass103,370 miles (+1,144)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    103,370 miles
    Test number
    934711813539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass102,226 miles (+124)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    102,226 miles
    Test number
    827921408737

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail102,102 miles (+7,889)3 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,102 miles
    Test number
    525784559828
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking/Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside front headlamp beam image poor
    • AdvisoryNearside front headlamp loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking/Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside front headlamp beam image poor

  7. Pass94,213 miles (+7,733)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    94,213 miles
    Test number
    193546691732
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  8. Pass86,480 miles (+9,394)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    86,480 miles
    Test number
    250943420296
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge off side front tyre very low on inner edge no cord exposed (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass77,086 miles (+11,223)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    77,086 miles
    Test number
    216740428822
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak weeping from radiator
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre is wearing on the inner edge

  10. Pass65,863 miles (+216)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    65,863 miles
    Test number
    687469429461
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail65,647 miles (+9,911)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,647 miles
    Test number
    770124239757
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass55,736 miles (+8,662)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    55,736 miles
    Test number
    230913406408
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  13. Pass47,074 miles (+3,174)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    47,074 miles
    Test number
    142524410292
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn low on inner edge

  14. Pass43,900 miles (+4,054)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    43,900 miles
    Test number
    865703104316
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn low on inner edge

  15. Pass39,846 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    39,846 miles
    Test number
    356297723383
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/S/R light lens damaged.

  16. Fail39,846 miles (+3,330)1 dangerous1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,846 miles
    Test number
    655167723390
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/S/R light lens damaged.

  17. Pass36,516 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    36,516 miles
    Test number
    465513642435
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront console bushes split/worn more off side front
    • NoteNear side door mirror housing is loose .. indicator lens damaged
    • NoteNear side rear tyre is perishing /cuts in tread

  18. Fail36,516 miles (+2,533)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,516 miles
    Test number
    868733842359
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront console bushes split/worn more off side front
    • NoteNear side door mirror housing is loose .. indicator lens damaged
    • NoteNear side rear tyre is perishing /cuts in tread

  19. Pass33,983 miles (+5,789)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    33,983 miles
    Test number
    668254541326
    • NoteAir bag lamp on
    • NoteSlight deterioration in both rear tyres, two cuts in offside rear tyre.

  20. Pass28,194 miles (+4,775)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    28,194 miles
    Test number
    830778130384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass23,419 miles (+4,375)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    23,419 miles
    Test number
    780983149344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass19,044 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    19,044 miles
    Test number
    743923748364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 MWW

Does LB55 MWW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 MWW expired on 2 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 MWW?
The MOT on LB55 MWW expired on 2 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 MWW done?
LB55 MWW was recorded at 118,593 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2025, an average of 6,162 miles a year.
Has LB55 MWW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 MWW has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LB55 MWW 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 MWW find?
LB55 MWW passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2025 with 3 advisories: front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear silencer corroded.

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