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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,400 cc

LB55 XPDMOT history

LB55 XPD is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 25 Jan 2006. Its MOT is valid until 4 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 39,569 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Nov 2026
Mileage
39,569 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2025
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,601 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 XPD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
25 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 XPD was last recorded at 39,569 miles on 17 Oct 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
39,569 miles · 16 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,601 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 39,569 miles
  • 2024 – 36,647 miles
  • 2023 – 34,908 miles
  • 2022 – 32,722 miles
  • 2021 – 31,342 miles
  • 2020 – 31,195 miles
  • 2019 – 30,904 miles
  • 2018 – 30,114 miles
  • 2017 – 29,123 miles
  • 2016 – 26,848 miles
  • 2015 – 24,952 miles
  • 2014 – 22,870 miles
  • 2013 – 20,789 miles
  • 2012 – 18,857 miles
  • 2011 – 16,839 miles
  • 2010 – 14,781 miles
  • 2009 – 12,749 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass39,569 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Top mount noisy on turning

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

21 tests since 15 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass39,569 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    39,569 miles
    Test number
    460939845596
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail39,569 miles (+2,922)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,569 miles
    Test number
    981783945587
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass36,647 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    36,647 miles
    Test number
    155447572491
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTop mount noisy on turning

  4. Fail36,647 miles (+1,739)4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,647 miles
    Test number
    185359444025
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected lense missing (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTop mount noisy on turning

  5. Pass34,908 miles (+2,186)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    34,908 miles
    Test number
    491069806944
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass32,722 miles (+1,380)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    32,722 miles
    Test number
    697659297839
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass31,342 miles (+147)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    31,342 miles
    Test number
    563220329666

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass31,195 miles (+291)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    31,195 miles
    Test number
    260333947674

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass30,904 miles (+790)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    30,904 miles
    Test number
    496295180921

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass30,114 miles (+991)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    30,114 miles
    Test number
    535418645001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass29,123 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    29,123 miles
    Test number
    254098706117
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

  12. Fail29,123 miles (+1,068)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,123 miles
    Test number
    788774086630
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

  13. Pass28,055 miles (+1,207)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    28,055 miles
    Test number
    967279450151
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass26,848 miles (+1,896)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    26,848 miles
    Test number
    976913828647

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass24,952 miles (+2,082)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    24,952 miles
    Test number
    487788305035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass22,870 miles (+2,081)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    22,870 miles
    Test number
    586372304059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass20,789 miles (+1,932)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    20,789 miles
    Test number
    558280013002
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass18,857 miles (+2,018)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    18,857 miles
    Test number
    638109702035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass16,839 miles (+2,058)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    16,839 miles
    Test number
    856684511064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass14,781 miles (+2,032)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    14,781 miles
    Test number
    123633010016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass12,749 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    12,749 miles
    Test number
    401585019005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 XPD

Does LB55 XPD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 XPD is valid until 4 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB55 XPD?
The MOT on LB55 XPD is valid until 4 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB55 XPD done?
LB55 XPD was recorded at 39,569 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2025, an average of 1,601 miles a year.
Has LB55 XPD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 XPD has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LB55 XPD 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 XPD find?
LB55 XPD passed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2025 with 1 advisory: offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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