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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 1,400 cc

LB55 YPTMOT history

LB55 YPT is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 19 Jan 2006. Its MOT is valid until 12 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 107,573 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 May 2027
Mileage
107,573 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,868 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 YPT
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
19 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 May 2027
Latest MOT test
13 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 YPT was last recorded at 107,573 miles on 13 May 2026, 13,019 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,554 miles · 7 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
13,019 miles
Average per year
5,868 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,573 miles
  • 2025 – 94,554 miles
  • 2024 – 84,779 miles
  • 2023 – 76,559 miles
  • 2022 – 64,029 miles
  • 2021 – 53,648 miles
  • 2020 – 44,850 miles
  • 2018 – 30,739 miles
  • 2017 – 26,247 miles
  • 2016 – 23,734 miles
  • 2015 – 21,714 miles
  • 2014 – 20,689 miles
  • 2013 – 17,179 miles
  • 2012 – 15,943 miles
  • 2011 – 14,490 miles
  • 2010 – 12,973 miles
  • 2009 – 11,321 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,573 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt o/s and n/s (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2022–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Tracking requires adjusting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 17 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,573 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2027
    Odometer
    107,573 miles
    Test number
    990240452869
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt o/s and n/s (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail107,571 miles (+13,017)2 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,571 miles
    Test number
    632262780091
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt o/s and n/s (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass94,554 miles (+9,775)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    94,554 miles
    Test number
    789719324435
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass84,779 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    84,779 miles
    Test number
    659374655273
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTracking requires adjusting

  5. Fail84,776 miles (+8,217)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,776 miles
    Test number
    995514626924
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTracking requires adjusting

  6. Pass76,559 miles3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    76,559 miles
    Test number
    449488577886
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorSide repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light both (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear axle has coroded

  7. Fail76,547 miles (+12,518)1 dangerous3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,547 miles
    Test number
    493792627775
    • DangerousRear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorSide repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light both (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear axle has coroded

  8. Pass64,029 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    64,029 miles
    Test number
    459912677444
    • Advisory**STRONG ADVICE** Both rear tyres cracked, perished and worn uneven
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryBoth headlight lenses slightly deteriorated and patens slightly weak
    • AdvisoryBoth side repeaters slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi pipe slightly deteriorated

  9. Fail64,029 miles (+10,381)2 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,029 miles
    Test number
    872326778813
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (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))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • Advisory**STRONG ADVICE** Both rear tyres cracked, perished and worn uneven
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryBoth headlight lenses slightly deteriorated and patens slightly weak
    • AdvisoryBoth side repeaters slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi pipe slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake slightly binding

  10. Pass53,648 miles (+8,798)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    53,648 miles
    Test number
    260619055709
    • AdvisoryFront brake flexi hoses deteriorating
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on edges
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perishing

  11. Pass44,850 miles (+14,111)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    44,850 miles
    Test number
    251690959372
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slightly perished
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre slightly perished

  12. Pass30,739 miles (+4,492)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    30,739 miles
    Test number
    125804431026
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  13. Pass26,247 miles (+2,513)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    26,247 miles
    Test number
    705827968857
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass23,734 miles (+2,020)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    23,734 miles
    Test number
    706502242923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass21,714 miles (+1,025)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    21,714 miles
    Test number
    506527008195
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass20,689 miles (+3,510)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    20,689 miles
    Test number
    149217054360
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass17,179 miles (+1,236)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    17,179 miles
    Test number
    819761733366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass15,943 miles (+1,453)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    15,943 miles
    Test number
    408240242424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass14,490 miles (+1,517)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    14,490 miles
    Test number
    419612241334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass12,973 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    12,973 miles
    Test number
    104255450338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail12,973 miles (+1,652)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,973 miles
    Test number
    990085050305
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  22. Pass11,321 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    11,321 miles
    Test number
    402411059462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 YPT

Does LB55 YPT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 YPT is valid until 12 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB55 YPT?
The MOT on LB55 YPT is valid until 12 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB55 YPT done?
LB55 YPT was recorded at 107,573 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2026, an average of 5,868 miles a year.
Has LB55 YPT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 YPT has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LB55 YPT 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 YPT find?
LB55 YPT passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt o/s and n/s; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps; oil leak, but not excessive.

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