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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,400 cc

LC55 VRUMOT history

LC55 VRU is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 22 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 10 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 113,222 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Nov 2025.

LC55 VRU silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Nov 2026
Mileage
113,222 mi
At MOT on 11 Nov 2025
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,681 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC55 VRU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
22 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC55 VRU was last recorded at 113,222 miles on 11 Nov 2025, 37 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Nov 2019: 82,107 miles, lower than 82,109 miles on 22 Nov 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
113,185 miles · 7 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
37 miles
Average per year
5,681 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 113,222 miles
  • 2024 – 107,112 miles
  • 2023 – 105,134 miles
  • 2022 – 103,711 miles
  • 2021 – 100,222 miles
  • 2020 – 91,799 miles
  • 2019 – 82,107 miles
  • 2018 – 81,460 miles
  • 2017 – 76,641 miles
  • 2016 – 73,891 miles
  • 2015 – 64,958 miles
  • 2014 – 55,572 miles
  • 2013 – 46,681 miles
  • 2012 – 35,762 miles
  • 2011 – 30,001 miles
  • 2010 – 26,083 miles
  • 2009 – 21,870 miles
  • 2008 – 17,110 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,222 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad waring wires brokenRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Lower fog light lens damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

27 tests since 11 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,222 miles (+37)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    113,222 miles
    Test number
    125102832587
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad waring wires broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail113,185 miles (+6,073)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,185 miles
    Test number
    844720542398
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both and high (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad waring wires broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass107,112 miles (+1,978)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    107,112 miles
    Test number
    439286857303
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak, but not excessive.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has screw, in it.
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output And O/S also, now affecting beam image quality. (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracked/perished, in centre corroded ferule area. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryStone chip in windscreen zone A

  4. Pass105,134 miles (+1,423)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    105,134 miles
    Test number
    900986830474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass103,711 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    103,711 miles
    Test number
    827607907798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail103,711 miles (+3,489)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,711 miles
    Test number
    436469387156
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass100,222 miles (+8,423)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    100,222 miles
    Test number
    438720373106
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both cloudy, will need attention soon (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view just meets pass criteria time of test recommend repair or replacement soon (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn inner edges (185/60r14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted

  8. Pass91,799 miles (+9,692)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    91,799 miles
    Test number
    255723207667

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass82,107 miles (-2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    82,107 miles
    Test number
    953291625987
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower fog light lens damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail82,109 miles (+649)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,109 miles
    Test number
    785631452627
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower fog light lens damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass81,460 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    81,460 miles
    Test number
    442470625914
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail81,460 miles (+4,819)2 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,460 miles
    Test number
    501667495395
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass76,641 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    76,641 miles
    Test number
    413723292546
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Fail76,638 miles (+2,747)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,638 miles
    Test number
    853647893160
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass73,891 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    73,891 miles
    Test number
    417252743557
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock absorber leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber leaking
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Fail73,891 miles (+8,933)2 failures1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,891 miles
    Test number
    110391135402
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock absorber leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber leaking
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass64,958 miles (+9,386)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    64,958 miles
    Test number
    126347006371
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Pass55,572 miles (+8,891)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    55,572 miles
    Test number
    438566644484
    • NoteNear side side repeater damaged

  19. Pass46,681 miles (+224)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    46,681 miles
    Test number
    307943253338
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNearside door mirror repeater slightly damaged

  20. Fail46,457 miles (+10,695)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,457 miles
    Test number
    575148743332
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNearside door mirror repeater slightly damaged

  21. Pass35,762 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    35,762 miles
    Test number
    189990152389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail35,762 miles (+5,761)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,762 miles
    Test number
    267810652382
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass30,001 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    30,001 miles
    Test number
    648084631361
    • NoteADVISE.Osf tyre worn low on the inner edge an d has alot of splits from age of tyre

  24. Fail30,001 miles (+3,918)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,001 miles
    Test number
    185679021306
    • FailureBrake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteADVISE.Osf tyre worn low on the inner edge an d has alot of splits from age of tyre

  25. Pass26,083 miles (+4,213)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    26,083 miles
    Test number
    773241840354
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking on outer side walls. can not see cords.
    • NoteFront brake discs pitted and worn

  26. Pass21,870 miles (+4,760)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    21,870 miles
    Test number
    582695459311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass17,110 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    17,110 miles
    Test number
    594146648388
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LC55 VRU

Does LC55 VRU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC55 VRU is valid until 10 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LC55 VRU?
The MOT on LC55 VRU is valid until 10 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC55 VRU done?
LC55 VRU was recorded at 113,222 miles at its MOT on 11 Nov 2025, an average of 5,681 miles a year.
Has LC55 VRU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC55 VRU has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LC55 VRU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Nov 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LC55 VRU find?
LC55 VRU passed its latest MOT on 11 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both; nearside front brake pad waring wires broken, and 2 more.

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