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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,400 cc

LC55 UEBMOT history

LC55 UEB is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 18 Nov 2005. Its MOT expired on 14 Oct 2025 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 134,089 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2025.

LC55 UEB blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 14 Oct 2025
Mileage
134,089 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2025
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,315 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC55 UEB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
18 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LC55 UEB was last recorded at 134,089 miles on 14 Oct 2025, 3,430 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,659 miles · 15 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
3,430 miles
Average per year
7,315 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 134,089 miles
  • 2024 – 130,659 miles
  • 2023 – 126,093 miles
  • 2022 – 118,206 miles
  • 2021 – 99,897 miles
  • 2020 – 90,654 miles
  • 2019 – 84,372 miles
  • 2018 – 67,853 miles
  • 2017 – 53,169 miles
  • 2016 – 41,889 miles
  • 2014 – 27,562 miles
  • 2013 – 23,816 miles
  • 2012 – 22,985 miles
  • 2011 – 21,693 miles
  • 2010 – 18,904 miles
  • 2009 – 14,393 miles
  • 2008 – 10,007 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail134,089 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorFront Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
  • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

What MOT failures 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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too low

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Undertrays fitted obscuring many testable items

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 27 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail134,089 miles (+3,430)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,089 miles
    Test number
    885693333800
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Pass130,659 miles (+33)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    130,659 miles
    Test number
    136067442731
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail130,626 miles (+4,533)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,626 miles
    Test number
    716289690891
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass126,093 miles (+7,887)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    126,093 miles
    Test number
    621817342949

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass118,206 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    118,206 miles
    Test number
    984049949961
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail118,197 miles (+18,300)3 major3 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,197 miles
    Test number
    778020285373
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass99,897 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    99,897 miles
    Test number
    572414374799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail99,897 miles (+9,243)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,897 miles
    Test number
    922019128671
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass90,654 miles (+6,282)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    90,654 miles
    Test number
    306348311269
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass84,372 miles (+2,913)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    84,372 miles
    Test number
    833721901992

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass81,459 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    81,459 miles
    Test number
    629503498468
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring many testable items

  12. Fail81,459 miles (+13,606)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,459 miles
    Test number
    288345847883
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring many testable items

  13. Pass67,853 miles (+14,684)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    67,853 miles
    Test number
    466358538471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass53,169 miles (+11,280)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    53,169 miles
    Test number
    685410134967

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass41,889 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    41,889 miles
    Test number
    542732694941
    • AdvisoryRear silencer outer skin delaminating due to corrosion.

  16. Fail41,889 miles (+3)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,889 miles
    Test number
    635393945881
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear silencer outer skin delaminating due to corrosion.

  17. Fail41,886 miles (+14,324)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,886 miles
    Test number
    486982633377
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass27,562 miles (+3,746)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    27,562 miles
    Test number
    987357614200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass23,816 miles (+831)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    23,816 miles
    Test number
    139308713216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass22,985 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    22,985 miles
    Test number
    995034102308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail22,985 miles (+1,292)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,985 miles
    Test number
    139064402382
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteEODB Light on

  22. Pass21,693 miles (+2,789)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    21,693 miles
    Test number
    946787401398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass18,904 miles (+4,511)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    18,904 miles
    Test number
    461740480246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass14,393 miles (+4,386)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    14,393 miles
    Test number
    404148889299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass10,007 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    10,007 miles
    Test number
    370011808372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC55 UEB

Does LC55 UEB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC55 UEB expired on 14 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC55 UEB?
The MOT on LC55 UEB expired on 14 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC55 UEB done?
LC55 UEB was recorded at 134,089 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2025, an average of 7,315 miles a year.
Has LC55 UEB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC55 UEB has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LC55 UEB 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 UEB find?
LC55 UEB failed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2025 with 2 major defects, 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; front exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak; offside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt, and 2 more.

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