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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,400 cc

LB55 NPEMOT history

LB55 NPE is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 20 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 11 Nov 2022 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 113,585 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Nov 2022
Mileage
113,585 mi
At MOT on 7 Nov 2022
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,454 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 NPE
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
20 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
7 Nov 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB55 NPE was last recorded at 113,585 miles on 7 Nov 2022, 4,382 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,203 miles · 9 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
4,382 miles
Average per year
6,454 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 113,585 miles
  • 2021 – 109,203 miles
  • 2020 – 105,940 miles
  • 2019 – 99,766 miles
  • 2018 – 92,363 miles
  • 2017 – 86,722 miles
  • 2016 – 79,686 miles
  • 2015 – 74,672 miles
  • 2013 – 64,783 miles
  • 2012 – 60,551 miles
  • 2011 – 53,931 miles
  • 2010 – 44,602 miles
  • 2009 – 34,024 miles
  • 2008 – 23,756 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail113,585 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm 185 60 14 (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
  • MajorFuel system component leaking filter rusty and damp (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorHeadlamp light intensity severely reduced both (4.1.4 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (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))
  • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 40% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

What MOT failures mean

Full MOT history

20 tests since 6 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail113,585 miles (+4,382)1 dangerous12 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,585 miles
    Test number
    973130751264
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm 185 60 14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking filter rusty and damp (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp light intensity severely reduced both (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (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))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 40% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass109,203 miles (+3,263)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    109,203 miles
    Test number
    958979200654
    • AdvisoryFront Tyres worn on edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre side wall damaged

  3. Pass105,940 miles (+6,174)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    105,940 miles
    Test number
    182026581591
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass99,766 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    99,766 miles
    Test number
    285445061098
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  5. Fail99,765 miles (+7,402)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,765 miles
    Test number
    760232242622
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  6. Pass92,363 miles (+5,641)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2019
    Odometer
    92,363 miles
    Test number
    804545957975
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has slight damage outside of swept area

  7. Pass86,722 miles (+132)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    86,722 miles
    Test number
    891724170461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail86,590 miles (+6,904)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,590 miles
    Test number
    738282212672
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass79,686 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    79,686 miles
    Test number
    796044587118
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted nearside rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  10. Fail79,678 miles (+5,006)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,678 miles
    Test number
    402643594793
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted nearside rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass74,672 miles (+9,889)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    74,672 miles
    Test number
    289472735108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass64,783 miles (+4,232)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    64,783 miles
    Test number
    489013543476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass60,551 miles (+6,620)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    60,551 miles
    Test number
    508878042329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail53,931 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,931 miles
    Test number
    297493251365
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Pass53,931 miles (+9,329)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    53,931 miles
    Test number
    746563651328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass44,602 miles (+10,578)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    44,602 miles
    Test number
    411700530416
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass34,024 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    34,024 miles
    Test number
    140304639350
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail34,024 miles (+10,268)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,024 miles
    Test number
    283484539385
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail23,756 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,756 miles
    Test number
    280581048396
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

  20. Pass23,756 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    23,756 miles
    Test number
    993111348306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 NPE

Does LB55 NPE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 NPE expired on 11 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 NPE?
The MOT on LB55 NPE expired on 11 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 NPE done?
LB55 NPE was recorded at 113,585 miles at its MOT on 7 Nov 2022, an average of 6,454 miles a year.
Has LB55 NPE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 NPE has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on LB55 NPE 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 NPE find?
LB55 NPE failed its latest MOT on 7 Nov 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 12 major defects and 4 advisories: nearside front tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm 185 60 14; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexi; front service brake excessively fluctuating, and 14 more.

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