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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 1,400 cc

LD06 VPLMOT history

LD06 VPL is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 24 Mar 2006. Its MOT expired on 8 Mar 2026 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 145,875 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2025.

LD06 VPL silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 8 Mar 2026
Mileage
145,875 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2025
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,973 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD06 VPL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
24 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD06 VPL was last recorded at 145,875 miles on 26 Feb 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,875 miles · 24 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,973 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 145,875 miles
  • 2024 – 138,678 miles
  • 2023 – 131,559 miles
  • 2022 – 127,726 miles
  • 2021 – 124,661 miles
  • 2020 – 124,619 miles
  • 2019 – 112,775 miles
  • 2018 – 112,775 miles
  • 2017 – 99,880 miles
  • 2016 – 85,882 miles
  • 2015 – 72,881 miles
  • 2014 – 59,055 miles
  • 2013 – 40,196 miles
  • 2012 – 33,400 miles
  • 2011 – 28,005 miles
  • 2010 – 23,973 miles
  • 2009 – 18,091 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,875 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) inner rack jointRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryHandbrake travel is highRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRusty rear subframe + rusty suspension componentsRecorded 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.

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi deteriorated.

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 16 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,875 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    145,875 miles
    Test number
    834300247337
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) inner rack joint
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel is high
    • AdvisoryRusty rear subframe + rusty suspension components
  2. Fail145,875 miles (+7,197)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,875 miles
    Test number
    735026840272
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) inner rack joint
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel is high
    • AdvisoryRusty rear subframe + rusty suspension components
  3. Pass138,678 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    138,678 miles
    Test number
    884925882130
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRusty rear subframe + rusty rear springs.
  4. Fail138,678 miles (+7,119)1 dangerous5 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,678 miles
    Test number
    469576639425
    • DangerousOffside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRusty rear subframe + rusty rear springs.
  5. Pass131,559 miles (+3,833)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    131,559 miles
    Test number
    504156000577
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened + front brake pads low. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  6. Pass127,726 miles (+79)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    127,726 miles
    Test number
    205291048856
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp inoperative.
  7. Fail127,647 miles (+2,986)1 dangerous8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,647 miles
    Test number
    974932902483
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective Seal deteriorated (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp inoperative.
  8. Pass124,661 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    124,661 miles
    Test number
    486986873678

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail124,661 miles (+42)1 dangerous3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,661 miles
    Test number
    728295076576
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  10. Pass124,619 miles (+84)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    124,619 miles
    Test number
    296279405794
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Fail124,535 miles (+5,392)2 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,535 miles
    Test number
    372512416348
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective o/s & n/s (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt o/s & n/s (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level above max
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm & inner sidewall perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded o/s & n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  12. Pass119,143 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    119,143 miles
    Test number
    420669939820
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi deteriorated. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  13. Fail119,143 miles (+6,368)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,143 miles
    Test number
    766569201897
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi deteriorated. (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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 2mm & worn on edges. (5.2.3 (e))
  14. Pass112,775 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    112,775 miles
    Test number
    948832562546
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi deteriorated. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  15. Fail112,775 miles (+5,193)5 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,775 miles
    Test number
    189662293453
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working upper & lower. (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords In tread. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Lower Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced Inop. (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi deteriorated. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  16. Pass107,582 miles (+7,702)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    107,582 miles
    Test number
    841010361433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass99,880 miles (+13,998)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    99,880 miles
    Test number
    670453391031
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass85,882 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    85,882 miles
    Test number
    928652357715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail85,882 miles (+13,001)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,882 miles
    Test number
    193258095123
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc outer (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
  20. Pass72,881 miles (+13,826)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    72,881 miles
    Test number
    965239855020
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  21. Pass59,055 miles (+18,859)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    59,055 miles
    Test number
    579486344026
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  22. Pass40,196 miles (+6,796)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    40,196 miles
    Test number
    885937843063
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  23. Pass33,400 miles (+5,395)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    33,400 miles
    Test number
    975365632077
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  24. Pass28,005 miles (+4,032)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    28,005 miles
    Test number
    378721231026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass23,973 miles (+5,882)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    23,973 miles
    Test number
    564140240060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass18,091 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    18,091 miles
    Test number
    373367249080
    • NotePower steering drive belt starting to crack

Questions about LD06 VPL

Does LD06 VPL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD06 VPL expired on 8 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD06 VPL?
The MOT on LD06 VPL expired on 8 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD06 VPL done?
LD06 VPL was recorded at 145,875 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2025, an average of 7,973 miles a year.
Has LD06 VPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD06 VPL has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LD06 VPL 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 LD06 VPL find?
LD06 VPL passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside play in steering rack inner joint(s) inner rack joint; handbrake travel is high, and 1 more.

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