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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,198 cc

LB55 YNHMOT history

LB55 YNH is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 18 Jan 2006. Its MOT is valid until 24 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 140,952 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Aug 2027
Mileage
140,952 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,871 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 YNH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
18 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 YNH was last recorded at 140,952 miles on 19 Aug 2026, 2,409 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,543 miles · 21 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,409 miles
Average per year
6,871 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 140,952 miles
  • 2025 – 138,543 miles
  • 2024 – 135,860 miles
  • 2023 – 133,310 miles
  • 2022 – 131,055 miles
  • 2021 – 128,644 miles
  • 2020 – 120,716 miles
  • 2019 – 116,542 miles
  • 2018 – 110,189 miles
  • 2017 – 106,458 miles
  • 2016 – 94,001 miles
  • 2015 – 86,692 miles
  • 2014 – 79,930 miles
  • 2013 – 72,785 miles
  • 2012 – 66,529 miles
  • 2011 – 49,615 miles
  • 2010 – 32,337 miles
  • 2009 – 20,044 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,952 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking on inner and outer shoulders and in tread runs. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner and outer edges. (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre Nail in inner edge of tyre.
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in tread runs. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner and outer edges. (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Fuel cap seal starting to crack / perish.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

26 tests since 13 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,952 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    140,952 miles
    Test number
    716016651889
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking on inner and outer shoulders and in tread runs. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner and outer edges. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre Nail in inner edge of tyre.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in tread runs. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner and outer edges. (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail140,952 miles (+2,409)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,952 miles
    Test number
    196739505755
    • MajorOffside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury Side repeater in door mirror. (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced In door mirror. (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking on inner and outer shoulders and in tread runs. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner and outer edges. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre Nail in inner edge of tyre.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in tread runs. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner and outer edges. (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass138,543 miles (+2,683)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    138,543 miles
    Test number
    525349662334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass135,860 miles (+2,550)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    135,860 miles
    Test number
    768820693281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass133,310 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    133,310 miles
    Test number
    474550886401
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal starting to crack / perish.

  6. Fail133,310 miles (+2,255)2 dangerous2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,310 miles
    Test number
    966778853728
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Cracked in tread runs. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Cracked in tread runs. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working In door mirror. (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal starting to crack / perish.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Nail in tyre Edge.

  7. Pass131,055 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    131,055 miles
    Test number
    823390907081
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail131,055 miles (+2,411)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,055 miles
    Test number
    743658423932
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass128,644 miles (+7,928)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    128,644 miles
    Test number
    196671870607

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass120,716 miles (+4,174)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    120,716 miles
    Test number
    515506776664

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass116,542 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    116,542 miles
    Test number
    559313213165
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail116,542 miles (+6,353)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,542 miles
    Test number
    574713263923
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass110,189 miles (+3,731)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    110,189 miles
    Test number
    528153192237
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass106,458 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    106,458 miles
    Test number
    788354721836
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Fail106,458 miles (+12,457)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,458 miles
    Test number
    268644992062
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass94,001 miles (+7,309)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    94,001 miles
    Test number
    840040168832

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass86,692 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    86,692 miles
    Test number
    435307475156
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Fail86,692 miles (+6,762)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,692 miles
    Test number
    716967375139
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass79,930 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    79,930 miles
    Test number
    289102884149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail79,924 miles (+7,139)3 failures2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,924 miles
    Test number
    365249774171
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  21. Pass72,785 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    72,785 miles
    Test number
    235946463192
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front lower arm rear rubber bushes slightly worn.

  22. Fail72,785 miles (+6,256)1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,785 miles
    Test number
    318436763157
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front lower arm rear rubber bushes slightly worn.

  23. Pass66,529 miles (+16,914)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    66,529 miles
    Test number
    509825972175
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass49,615 miles (+17,278)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    49,615 miles
    Test number
    286629861190
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass32,337 miles (+12,293)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    32,337 miles
    Test number
    542530780103
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Pass20,044 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    20,044 miles
    Test number
    423213719040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 YNH

Does LB55 YNH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 YNH is valid until 24 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB55 YNH?
The MOT on LB55 YNH is valid until 24 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB55 YNH done?
LB55 YNH was recorded at 140,952 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2026, an average of 6,871 miles a year.
Has LB55 YNH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 YNH has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LB55 YNH 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 YNH find?
LB55 YNH passed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on inner and outer shoulders and in tread runs., and 5 more.

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