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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 1,400 cc

LB55 YPKMOT history

LB55 YPK is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 17 Jan 2006. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 90,338 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Jun 2027
Mileage
90,338 mi
At MOT on 15 Jun 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,162 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 YPK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
17 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 YPK was last recorded at 90,338 miles on 15 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,338 miles · 12 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,162 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,338 miles
  • 2025 – 86,253 miles
  • 2024 – 80,921 miles
  • 2023 – 75,911 miles
  • 2022 – 71,682 miles
  • 2021 – 65,291 miles
  • 2020 – 59,509 miles
  • 2019 – 55,850 miles
  • 2018 – 52,773 miles
  • 2017 – 52,303 miles
  • 2016 – 51,917 miles
  • 2015 – 51,600 miles
  • 2014 – 45,118 miles
  • 2013 – 41,167 miles
  • 2011 – 34,321 miles
  • 2010 – 28,681 miles
  • 2009 – 22,819 miles
  • 2008 – 17,587 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,338 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexible section. (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major5 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • OSF Tyre wearing on very inner edge.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 22 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,338 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    90,338 miles
    Test number
    456752770643
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexible section. (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail90,338 miles (+4,085)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,338 miles
    Test number
    466328273355
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexible section. (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass86,253 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    86,253 miles
    Test number
    108705913691
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOSF Tyre wearing on very inner edge.

  4. Fail86,253 miles (+5,332)1 dangerous4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,253 miles
    Test number
    459444359597
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 185/60/R14 82H (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • 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 aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOSF Tyre wearing on very inner edge.

  5. Pass80,921 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    80,921 miles
    Test number
    551716116290
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail80,921 miles (+5,010)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,921 miles
    Test number
    166387512706
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated LEAKING GREASE (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass75,911 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    75,911 miles
    Test number
    808019096485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail75,911 miles (+4,229)6 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,911 miles
    Test number
    532865202241
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • 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))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated LEAKING GREASE (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  9. Pass71,682 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    71,682 miles
    Test number
    881942520540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail71,681 miles (+6,390)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,681 miles
    Test number
    580243771760
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • 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 aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass65,291 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    65,291 miles
    Test number
    996747880011
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  12. Fail65,291 miles (+5,782)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,291 miles
    Test number
    887817052538
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  13. Pass59,509 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    59,509 miles
    Test number
    867851196052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail59,509 miles (+3,659)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,509 miles
    Test number
    453544504149
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 185/60/R14 82H (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront tyre sidewalls cracking.

  15. Pass55,850 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    55,850 miles
    Test number
    533402023107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail55,850 miles (+3,077)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,850 miles
    Test number
    158375102796
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

  17. Pass52,773 miles (+470)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    52,773 miles
    Test number
    435491947282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass52,303 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    52,303 miles
    Test number
    235348983728
    • AdvisoryNear side rear tyre cracking due to age.

  19. Fail52,290 miles (+373)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,290 miles
    Test number
    996894256633
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass51,917 miles (+317)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    51,917 miles
    Test number
    646504162835

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass51,600 miles (+6,482)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    51,600 miles
    Test number
    886479215213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass45,118 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    45,118 miles
    Test number
    785271034049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. FailMileage not read2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    585730134015
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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)

  24. Pass41,167 miles (+6,846)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    41,167 miles
    Test number
    157978223431
    • NoteBoth front tyres starting to wear

  25. Pass34,321 miles (+5,640)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    34,321 miles
    Test number
    125197221385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass28,681 miles (+5,862)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    28,681 miles
    Test number
    831170520393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass22,819 miles (+5,232)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    22,819 miles
    Test number
    410331029450
    • NoteBoth front, rear lower suspension arm bushes are perished and starting to split.

  28. Pass17,587 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    17,587 miles
    Test number
    112217258391
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges
    • NoteBoth front, rear lower arm bushes perished and starting to split

Questions about LB55 YPK

Does LB55 YPK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 YPK is valid until 20 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB55 YPK?
The MOT on LB55 YPK is valid until 20 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB55 YPK done?
LB55 YPK was recorded at 90,338 miles at its MOT on 15 Jun 2026, an average of 4,162 miles a year.
Has LB55 YPK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 YPK has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LB55 YPK 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 YPK find?
LB55 YPK passed its latest MOT on 15 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible section..

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