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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 1,400 cc

LK06 RNUMOT history

LK06 RNU is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 24 May 2006. Its MOT expired on 18 May 2026 and it has passed 16 of 28 MOT tests, with 140,564 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 May 2025.

LK06 RNU blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 18 May 2026
Mileage
140,564 mi
At MOT on 19 May 2025
MOT tests
28
16 passed · 12 failed
Per year
8,198 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK06 RNU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
24 May 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 May 2026
Latest MOT test
19 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK06 RNU was last recorded at 140,564 miles on 19 May 2025, 7,414 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,150 miles · 15 May 2024
Between the last two tests
7,414 miles
Average per year
8,198 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 140,564 miles
  • 2024 – 133,150 miles
  • 2021 – 127,408 miles
  • 2020 – 121,525 miles
  • 2019 – 112,469 miles
  • 2018 – 112,414 miles
  • 2017 – 97,479 miles
  • 2016 – 84,719 miles
  • 2015 – 69,394 miles
  • 2014 – 53,504 miles
  • 2013 – 37,990 miles
  • 2012 – 28,609 miles
  • 2011 – 16,380 miles
  • 2010 – 11,395 miles
  • 2009 – 9,442 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,564 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • 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))

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

28 tests since 21 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,564 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2026
    Odometer
    140,564 miles
    Test number
    943688791951
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))

  2. Fail140,564 miles (+7,414)3 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,564 miles
    Test number
    277475297325
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))

  3. Pass133,150 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2025
    Odometer
    133,150 miles
    Test number
    480480748269
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail133,150 miles (+5,742)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,150 miles
    Test number
    151559856809
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass127,408 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    127,408 miles
    Test number
    579990132560
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail127,408 miles (+5,883)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,408 miles
    Test number
    478643314970
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass121,525 miles (+9,056)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    121,525 miles
    Test number
    140753905668
    • AdvisoryFront 0ff side wheel slight binding
    • AdvisoryFront front exhaust blowing

  8. Pass112,469 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    112,469 miles
    Test number
    926267851000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail112,469 miles (+55)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,469 miles
    Test number
    361653197351
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both front pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass112,414 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    112,414 miles
    Test number
    727467350076
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail112,413 miles (+14,934)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,413 miles
    Test number
    453685720268
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass97,479 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2018
    Odometer
    97,479 miles
    Test number
    306561068674

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail97,479 miles (+12,760)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,479 miles
    Test number
    229082058109
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass84,719 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2017
    Odometer
    84,719 miles
    Test number
    947063620063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail84,719 miles (+15,325)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,719 miles
    Test number
    578376302656
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  16. Pass69,394 miles (+15,890)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2016
    Odometer
    69,394 miles
    Test number
    667141135176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass53,504 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2015
    Odometer
    53,504 miles
    Test number
    839226134110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail53,504 miles (+15,514)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,504 miles
    Test number
    258126634412
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  19. Pass37,990 miles (+50)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2014
    Odometer
    37,990 miles
    Test number
    608025043174
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteBattery cover fitted

  20. Fail37,940 miles (+9,331)3 failures2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,940 miles
    Test number
    878023843115
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteBattery cover fitted

  21. Pass28,609 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    28,609 miles
    Test number
    665773802381
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Fail28,609 miles (+1,965)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,609 miles
    Test number
    886883602333
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass26,644 miles (+10,264)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2013
    Odometer
    26,644 miles
    Test number
    688116932130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail16,380 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,380 miles
    Test number
    277979221417
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  25. Pass16,380 miles (+4,985)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2012
    Odometer
    16,380 miles
    Test number
    705769021120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass11,395 miles (+1,953)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2011
    Odometer
    11,395 miles
    Test number
    583377330108
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass9,442 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2010
    Odometer
    9,442 miles
    Test number
    222701949161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail9,442 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,442 miles
    Test number
    311711149158
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Questions about LK06 RNU

Does LK06 RNU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LK06 RNU expired on 18 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LK06 RNU?
The MOT on LK06 RNU expired on 18 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LK06 RNU done?
LK06 RNU was recorded at 140,564 miles at its MOT on 19 May 2025, an average of 8,198 miles a year.
Has LK06 RNU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK06 RNU has failed 12 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 19 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LK06 RNU 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 LK06 RNU find?
LK06 RNU passed its latest MOT on 19 May 2025 with 3 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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