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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 1,198 cc

LB55 TLUMOT history

LB55 TLU is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 27 Jan 2006. Its MOT is valid until 9 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 89,118 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Oct 2027
Mileage
89,118 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,800 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 TLU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
27 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 TLU was last recorded at 89,118 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 4,894 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,224 miles · 10 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
4,894 miles
Average per year
3,800 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,118 miles
  • 2025 – 84,224 miles
  • 2024 – 73,774 miles
  • 2023 – 68,505 miles
  • 2022 – 64,481 miles
  • 2021 – 58,720 miles
  • 2020 – 53,209 miles
  • 2019 – 50,866 miles
  • 2018 – 45,524 miles
  • 2017 – 39,903 miles
  • 2016 – 34,416 miles
  • 2015 – 32,294 miles
  • 2014 – 31,617 miles
  • 2013 – 30,786 miles
  • 2012 – 29,367 miles
  • 2011 – 28,096 miles
  • 2010 – 26,817 miles
  • 2009 – 25,117 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,118 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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi pipe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Exhaust system corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bold on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 30 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,118 miles (+4,894)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    89,118 miles
    Test number
    823883578873

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass84,224 miles (+10,450)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    84,224 miles
    Test number
    737874564052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass73,774 miles (+5,269)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    73,774 miles
    Test number
    748002044399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass68,505 miles (+4,024)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    68,505 miles
    Test number
    402717991046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass64,481 miles (+1)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    64,481 miles
    Test number
    159115708926
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bold on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO/S/R Tyre flat
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bold on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail64,480 miles (+5,760)1 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,480 miles
    Test number
    276960370781
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Pipe split (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bold on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO/S/R Tyre flat
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bold on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass58,720 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    58,720 miles
    Test number
    346940910619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail58,720 miles (+5,511)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,720 miles
    Test number
    655292808171
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working on mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass53,209 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    53,209 miles
    Test number
    332171142831
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail53,208 miles (+2,342)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,208 miles
    Test number
    477453423249
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass50,866 miles (+5,342)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    50,866 miles
    Test number
    283220120671

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass45,524 miles (+69)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    45,524 miles
    Test number
    761133249763

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail45,455 miles (+5,552)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,455 miles
    Test number
    745802065425
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

  14. Pass39,903 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    39,903 miles
    Test number
    185268698214
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre wearing on edges and sidewall damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre perished and nail in tread
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box corroded

  15. Fail39,903 miles (+5,487)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,903 miles
    Test number
    827265361686
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre wearing on edges and sidewall damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre perished and nail in tread
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box corroded

  16. Pass34,416 miles (+2,122)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    34,416 miles
    Test number
    614716126990
    • AdvisoryBOTH FRONT LOWER SUSPENSION ARM REAR BUSHES DETERIORATED
    • AdvisoryPERIHING SHOWING IN O/S/R TYRE

  17. Pass32,294 miles (+677)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    32,294 miles
    Test number
    887890565163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre tread

  18. Fail31,617 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,617 miles
    Test number
    238308564146
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  19. Pass31,617 miles (+831)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    31,617 miles
    Test number
    388348164155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass30,786 miles (+1,419)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    30,786 miles
    Test number
    819767173155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass29,367 miles (+1,271)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    29,367 miles
    Test number
    697228772161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,096 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    28,096 miles
    Test number
    859369271114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail28,095 miles (+1,278)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,095 miles
    Test number
    106879671113
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  24. Pass26,817 miles (+1,700)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    26,817 miles
    Test number
    151070180199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass25,117 miles (+3,194)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    25,117 miles
    Test number
    272498789183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail21,923 miles2 dangerous1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,923 miles
    Test number
    114520639005
    • Dangerous3X NAILS IN OFFSIDE REAR TYRE TREAD
    • DangerousOFFSIDE FRONT TYRE TREAD 1.6MM & BADLY WORN ON INNER EDGE 185/60/14H
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteFRONT WIPERS DETERIORATING

  27. Pass21,923 miles2 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    21,923 miles
    Test number
    850160539038
    • Dangerous3X NAILS IN OFFSIDE REAR TYRE TREAD
    • DangerousOFFSIDE FRONT TYRE TREAD 1.6MM & BADLY WORN ON INNER EDGE 185/60/14H
    • NoteFRONT WIPERS DETERIORATING

Questions about LB55 TLU

Does LB55 TLU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 TLU is valid until 9 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB55 TLU?
The MOT on LB55 TLU is valid until 9 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB55 TLU done?
LB55 TLU was recorded at 89,118 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026, an average of 3,800 miles a year.
Has LB55 TLU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 TLU has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LB55 TLU 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 TLU find?
LB55 TLU passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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