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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 1,400 cc

LB55 ZZNMOT history

LB55 ZZN is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 Jan 2006. Its MOT expired on 10 Sept 2026 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 115,897 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Sept 2026
Mileage
115,897 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2025
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,912 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 ZZN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
28 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 ZZN was last recorded at 115,897 miles on 11 Sept 2025, 1,568 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,329 miles · 3 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
1,568 miles
Average per year
5,912 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 115,897 miles
  • 2024 – 114,329 miles
  • 2023 – 109,119 miles
  • 2022 – 102,098 miles
  • 2021 – 93,140 miles
  • 2020 – 86,120 miles
  • 2019 – 75,633 miles
  • 2018 – 66,719 miles
  • 2016 – 62,208 miles
  • 2015 – 56,529 miles
  • 2013 – 53,299 miles
  • 2012 – 49,162 miles
  • 2011 – 40,330 miles
  • 2010 – 30,921 miles
  • 2009 – 22,540 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,897 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (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 Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

26 tests since 20 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,897 miles (+1,568)4 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    115,897 miles
    Test number
    148977697464
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass114,329 miles3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    114,329 miles
    Test number
    250055051067
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail114,329 miles (+5,210)1 repaired3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,329 miles
    Test number
    283359663773
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass109,119 miles5 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    109,119 miles
    Test number
    503892756913
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Exhaust mounting defective by flexi-pipe (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail109,119 miles (+7,021)1 dangerous2 repaired5 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,119 miles
    Test number
    456594746912
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testRear Brake linkage has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Exhaust mounting defective by flexi-pipe (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass102,098 miles (+8,958)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    102,098 miles
    Test number
    388500643025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass93,140 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    93,140 miles
    Test number
    400559221691

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail93,140 miles (+7,020)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,140 miles
    Test number
    960268782631
    • Repaired at testRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  9. Pass86,120 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    86,120 miles
    Test number
    927991945373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail86,120 miles (+10,487)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,120 miles
    Test number
    728600203501
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

  11. Pass75,633 miles (+35)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    75,633 miles
    Test number
    152577022151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  12. Fail75,598 miles (+8,879)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,598 miles
    Test number
    595894886266
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inside edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  13. Pass66,719 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    66,719 miles
    Test number
    415918681603

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail66,719 miles (+4,511)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,719 miles
    Test number
    641259700983
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  15. Pass62,208 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    62,208 miles
    Test number
    191368918929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail62,205 miles (+5,676)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,205 miles
    Test number
    207611675261
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  17. Pass56,529 miles (+1,364)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    56,529 miles
    Test number
    880181977764

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass55,165 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    55,165 miles
    Test number
    247198905003
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail55,164 miles (+1,865)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,164 miles
    Test number
    858588805023
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass53,299 miles (+4,137)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    53,299 miles
    Test number
    179434593171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass49,162 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    49,162 miles
    Test number
    355975012487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail49,162 miles (+8,832)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,162 miles
    Test number
    726915112237
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  23. Pass40,330 miles (+9,409)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    40,330 miles
    Test number
    296141121263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass30,921 miles (+8,381)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    30,921 miles
    Test number
    261529540262
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  25. Pass22,540 miles (+5,017)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    22,540 miles
    Test number
    221698879211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass17,523 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    17,523 miles
    Test number
    153500229494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 ZZN

Does LB55 ZZN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 ZZN expired on 10 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 ZZN?
The MOT on LB55 ZZN expired on 10 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 ZZN done?
LB55 ZZN was recorded at 115,897 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2025, an average of 5,912 miles a year.
Has LB55 ZZN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 ZZN has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LB55 ZZN 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 ZZN find?
LB55 ZZN passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2025 with 4 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated, and 8 more.

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