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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 1,400 cc

LB55 XHLMOT history

LB55 XHL is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Feb 2006. Its MOT expired on 20 Sept 2023 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 150,615 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Sept 2023
Mileage
150,615 mi
At MOT on 19 Sept 2023
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,770 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 XHL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
1 Feb 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
19 Sept 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB55 XHL was last recorded at 150,615 miles on 19 Sept 2023, 6,140 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,475 miles · 15 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
6,140 miles
Average per year
8,770 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 150,615 miles
  • 2022 – 144,475 miles
  • 2021 – 130,239 miles
  • 2020 – 121,530 miles
  • 2019 – 114,628 miles
  • 2018 – 106,459 miles
  • 2017 – 97,558 miles
  • 2016 – 88,457 miles
  • 2015 – 80,071 miles
  • 2014 – 71,602 miles
  • 2013 – 64,101 miles
  • 2012 – 56,557 miles
  • 2011 – 48,221 miles
  • 2010 – 41,476 miles
  • 2009 – 30,777 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail150,615 miles
  • MajorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

What MOT failures 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.

  • Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Gearbox mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 10 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail150,615 miles (+6,140)12 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,615 miles
    Test number
    341126418967
    • MajorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass144,475 miles (+2)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    144,475 miles
    Test number
    439068015855
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Gearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Fail144,473 miles (+14,234)1 dangerous4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,473 miles
    Test number
    162304647751
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Headlamp lens seriously defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Gearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass130,239 miles (+8,709)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    130,239 miles
    Test number
    723734604767
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass121,530 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    121,530 miles
    Test number
    639757400553

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail121,530 miles (+6,902)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,530 miles
    Test number
    401500953928
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass114,628 miles (+8,169)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    114,628 miles
    Test number
    668467629882

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass106,459 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    106,459 miles
    Test number
    300455616198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail106,459 miles (+8,901)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,459 miles
    Test number
    979703895450
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass97,558 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    97,558 miles
    Test number
    299999386088
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryObligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view both side (8.1.2a)

  11. Fail97,558 miles (+9,101)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,558 miles
    Test number
    307144301861
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryObligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view both side (8.1.2a)

  12. Pass88,457 miles (+8,386)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    88,457 miles
    Test number
    553443127424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass80,071 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    80,071 miles
    Test number
    709861724792
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both side (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail80,071 miles (+8,469)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,071 miles
    Test number
    829977257387
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both side (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass71,602 miles (+7,501)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    71,602 miles
    Test number
    619243454259
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Pass64,101 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    64,101 miles
    Test number
    595633153242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail64,101 miles (+7,544)5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,101 miles
    Test number
    806653753203
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass56,557 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    56,557 miles
    Test number
    379014152400
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail56,557 miles (+85)2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,557 miles
    Test number
    685204452208
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail56,472 miles (+8,251)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,472 miles
    Test number
    739001752279
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass48,221 miles (+6,745)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    48,221 miles
    Test number
    296890351201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass41,476 miles (+10,699)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    41,476 miles
    Test number
    651179520284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass30,777 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    30,777 miles
    Test number
    144650139254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail30,777 miles (+8,235)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,777 miles
    Test number
    424850939259
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass22,542 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    22,542 miles
    Test number
    300351949015
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBoth front & rear number plates are cracked
    • NoteOffside rear lens cluster cracked

Questions about LB55 XHL

Does LB55 XHL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 XHL expired on 20 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 XHL?
The MOT on LB55 XHL expired on 20 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 XHL done?
LB55 XHL was recorded at 150,615 miles at its MOT on 19 Sept 2023, an average of 8,770 miles a year.
Has LB55 XHL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 XHL has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LB55 XHL 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 XHL find?
LB55 XHL failed its latest MOT on 19 Sept 2023 with 12 major defects, 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside front coil spring fractured or broken; nearside front lower seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced, and 13 more.

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