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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,400 cc

LB55 ZPPMOT history

LB55 ZPP is a black diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 3 Feb 2006. Its MOT is valid until 21 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 163,450 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Dec 2026
Mileage
163,450 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2025
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,782 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 ZPP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
3 Feb 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 ZPP was last recorded at 163,450 miles on 16 Dec 2025, 4,620 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,830 miles · 18 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
4,620 miles
Average per year
6,782 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 163,450 miles
  • 2024 – 158,830 miles
  • 2023 – 154,938 miles
  • 2022 – 152,072 miles
  • 2021 – 146,139 miles
  • 2020 – 141,199 miles
  • 2019 – 138,844 miles
  • 2018 – 134,761 miles
  • 2017 – 127,831 miles
  • 2016 – 123,032 miles
  • 2015 – 115,135 miles
  • 2014 – 105,042 miles
  • 2013 – 97,901 miles
  • 2012 – 92,498 miles
  • 2011 – 87,519 miles
  • 2010 – 63,059 miles
  • 2009 – 49,059 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,450 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Adv Both Rear Tyres Getting Worn And Poor Condition........ (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.

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

30 tests since 2 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,450 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    163,450 miles
    Test number
    676596913055
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Adv Both Rear Tyres Getting Worn And Poor Condition........ (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail163,450 miles (+4,620)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,450 miles
    Test number
    729644770378
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both Front Tyres Badly Worn To Inner Tracks........... (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced Offside Front LED Repeater Lamp Damaged And Poor Light Output........ (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Adv Both Rear Tyres Getting Worn And Poor Condition........ (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass158,830 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    158,830 miles
    Test number
    698286283077
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Offside Front Mirror Repeater Lamp Impact Damaged.......... (4.4.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail158,830 miles (+3,892)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,830 miles
    Test number
    289769497203
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working Nearside Rear Lower position Lamp Inop......... (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Offside Front Mirror Repeater Lamp Impact Damaged.......... (4.4.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass154,938 miles (+2,866)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    154,938 miles
    Test number
    195336330740
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Adv slight wear to nearside rear tyre............

  6. Pass152,072 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    152,072 miles
    Test number
    311549218783
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play inner steering arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail152,072 miles (+5,933)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,072 miles
    Test number
    431286389615
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play inner steering arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass146,139 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    146,139 miles
    Test number
    182793467423
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail146,136 miles (+4,937)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,136 miles
    Test number
    754179416996
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective Loss of vacuum after 1 press of brake pedal (1.1.10 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass141,199 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    141,199 miles
    Test number
    508872441625

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail141,199 miles (+2,355)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,199 miles
    Test number
    208093226565
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached light unit loose. (4.4.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low cannot be adjusted up into correct position. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements yellow through grey. (0.1 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  12. Pass138,844 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    138,844 miles
    Test number
    731018727501

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail138,844 miles (+4,083)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,844 miles
    Test number
    192067451805
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  14. Pass134,761 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    134,761 miles
    Test number
    363839073732
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box corroded

  15. Fail134,761 miles (+6,930)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,761 miles
    Test number
    863568568045
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box corroded

  16. Pass127,831 miles (+4,799)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    127,831 miles
    Test number
    690807856595
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear silencer corroded

  17. Pass123,032 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    123,032 miles
    Test number
    530473443430
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail123,032 miles (+7,897)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,032 miles
    Test number
    584190643639
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage wing mirror (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass115,135 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    115,135 miles
    Test number
    545227734733
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower lower arm rear bush has slight play

  20. Fail115,134 miles (+10,092)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,134 miles
    Test number
    279133477472
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower lower arm rear bush has slight play

  21. Pass105,042 miles (+7,141)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    105,042 miles
    Test number
    457434744352
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  22. Pass97,901 miles (+5,403)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    97,901 miles
    Test number
    816771743385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass92,498 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    92,498 miles
    Test number
    496186042345
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • NoteBoth front wishbone rear bushes incorrectly fitted

  24. Fail92,493 miles (+4,974)4 failures1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,493 miles
    Test number
    627576442384
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • NoteBoth front wishbone rear bushes incorrectly fitted

  25. Pass87,519 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    87,519 miles
    Test number
    496153451482
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

  26. Fail87,519 miles (+10,162)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,519 miles
    Test number
    827770351307
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear An item not tested (Manual)
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

  27. Pass77,357 miles (+154)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    77,357 miles
    Test number
    139318721074
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear reflector obscured but not more than 50% (1.5.1b)
    • NoteBrake warning light on
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

  28. Fail77,203 miles (+14,144)5 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,203 miles
    Test number
    885260121085
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Additional braking device wiring not secure (3.6.I.5)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Additional braking device wiring not secure (3.6.I.5)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBrake warning light on
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

  29. Pass63,059 miles (+14,000)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    63,059 miles
    Test number
    164959110491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass49,059 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    49,059 miles
    Test number
    793773839077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 ZPP

Does LB55 ZPP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 ZPP is valid until 21 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB55 ZPP?
The MOT on LB55 ZPP is valid until 21 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB55 ZPP done?
LB55 ZPP was recorded at 163,450 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2025, an average of 6,782 miles a year.
Has LB55 ZPP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 ZPP has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LB55 ZPP 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 ZPP find?
LB55 ZPP passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2025 with 1 advisory: rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge adv both rear tyres getting worn and poor condition.........

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