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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Diesel · 2005 · 1,900 cc

LC55 HGUMOT history

LC55 HGU is a red diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 Oct 2005. Its MOT expired on 20 Mar 2026 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 172,779 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Mar 2025.

LC55 HGU red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 20 Mar 2026
Mileage
172,779 mi
At MOT on 21 Mar 2025
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,415 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC55 HGU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
28 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC55 HGU was last recorded at 172,779 miles on 21 Mar 2025, 31 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
172,748 miles · 19 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
31 miles
Average per year
6,415 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 172,779 miles
  • 2024 – 167,168 miles
  • 2023 – 163,232 miles
  • 2022 – 156,701 miles
  • 2021 – 150,696 miles
  • 2020 – 148,323 miles
  • 2019 – 146,472 miles
  • 2017 – 142,158 miles
  • 2016 – 135,484 miles
  • 2015 – 128,865 miles
  • 2014 – 120,873 miles
  • 2013 – 112,868 miles
  • 2012 – 105,128 miles
  • 2011 – 99,027 miles
  • 2010 – 92,656 miles
  • 2009 – 81,403 miles
  • 2008 – 67,027 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,779 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Side wall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 25 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass172,779 miles (+31)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    172,779 miles
    Test number
    125168141898
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail172,748 miles (+5,580)1 dangerous1 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,748 miles
    Test number
    557044386710
    • DangerousOffside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass167,168 miles (+263)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    167,168 miles
    Test number
    543379155581
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail166,905 miles (+3,673)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,905 miles
    Test number
    380837705526
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass163,232 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    163,232 miles
    Test number
    175223336242
    • AdvisoryNs sill in poor condition

  6. Fail163,232 miles (+6,531)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,232 miles
    Test number
    890512432310
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

  7. Pass156,701 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    156,701 miles
    Test number
    733014389488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail156,701 miles (+6,005)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,701 miles
    Test number
    660148206920
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass150,696 miles (+2,373)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    150,696 miles
    Test number
    608323336107
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass148,323 miles (+1,851)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    148,323 miles
    Test number
    451738899653

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass146,472 miles (+4,314)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    146,472 miles
    Test number
    480362865970

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass142,158 miles (+6,674)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    142,158 miles
    Test number
    137778462430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass135,484 miles (+6,619)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    135,484 miles
    Test number
    600778989990

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass128,865 miles (+7,992)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    128,865 miles
    Test number
    453114067012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass120,873 miles (+8,005)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    120,873 miles
    Test number
    107861794216
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  16. Pass112,868 miles (+7,740)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    112,868 miles
    Test number
    406423273229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass105,128 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    105,128 miles
    Test number
    268868272261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail105,128 miles (+6,101)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,128 miles
    Test number
    827658372257
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass99,027 miles (+6,371)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    99,027 miles
    Test number
    169034371288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass92,656 miles (+11,253)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    92,656 miles
    Test number
    384185570250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass81,403 miles (+14,376)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    81,403 miles
    Test number
    433107459242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass67,027 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    67,027 miles
    Test number
    973979768209
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about LC55 HGU

Does LC55 HGU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC55 HGU expired on 20 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC55 HGU?
The MOT on LC55 HGU expired on 20 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC55 HGU done?
LC55 HGU was recorded at 172,779 miles at its MOT on 21 Mar 2025, an average of 6,415 miles a year.
Has LC55 HGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC55 HGU has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LC55 HGU 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 LC55 HGU find?
LC55 HGU passed its latest MOT on 21 Mar 2025 with 3 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 1 more.

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