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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,400 cc

LM05 KJOMOT history

LM05 KJO is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 29 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 20 Aug 2026 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 107,786 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2025.

LM05 KJO black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 20 Aug 2026
Mileage
107,786 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2025
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,153 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM05 KJO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM05 KJO was last recorded at 107,786 miles on 21 Aug 2025, 160 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,626 miles · 18 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
160 miles
Average per year
5,153 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 107,786 miles
  • 2022 – 107,626 miles
  • 2021 – 101,020 miles
  • 2020 – 84,198 miles
  • 2019 – 78,699 miles
  • 2018 – 69,817 miles
  • 2017 – 67,431 miles
  • 2016 – 59,747 miles
  • 2015 – 49,382 miles
  • 2014 – 47,093 miles
  • 2013 – 45,070 miles
  • 2012 – 39,311 miles
  • 2011 – 33,546 miles
  • 2010 – 27,706 miles
  • 2008 – 20,747 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,786 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Central Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 29 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,786 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    107,786 miles
    Test number
    180787436477
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Fail107,786 miles (+160)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,786 miles
    Test number
    202809322813
    • Repaired at testRoad wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Pass107,626 miles (+6,606)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    107,626 miles
    Test number
    273592874654

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass101,020 miles (+16,822)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    101,020 miles
    Test number
    827223084651
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass84,198 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    84,198 miles
    Test number
    342700473262
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail84,194 miles (+5,495)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,194 miles
    Test number
    816349979185
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass78,699 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    78,699 miles
    Test number
    225795883388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail78,699 miles (+8,882)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,699 miles
    Test number
    377398761214
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak slight

  9. Pass69,817 miles (+2,386)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    69,817 miles
    Test number
    186996802225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass67,431 miles (+52)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    67,431 miles
    Test number
    503577529500
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel fill flap broken

  11. Fail67,379 miles (+7,632)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,379 miles
    Test number
    885156612415
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear cut in sidewall
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer in poor condition
    • AdvisoryFuel filler flap broken

  12. Pass59,747 miles (+10,365)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    59,747 miles
    Test number
    547044058337
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Fail49,382 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,382 miles
    Test number
    278898865142
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass49,382 miles (+2,289)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    49,382 miles
    Test number
    969788365157
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass47,093 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    47,093 miles
    Test number
    345817254104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail47,079 miles (+2,009)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,079 miles
    Test number
    219186354427
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Fail45,070 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,070 miles
    Test number
    277777733479
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass45,070 miles (+5,759)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    45,070 miles
    Test number
    325587833190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass39,311 miles (+5,765)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    39,311 miles
    Test number
    176756322427
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass33,546 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    33,546 miles
    Test number
    858003511030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail33,538 miles (+5,832)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,538 miles
    Test number
    155773211066
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail27,706 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,706 miles
    Test number
    132683310085
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  23. Pass27,706 miles (+6,959)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    27,706 miles
    Test number
    501873910073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass20,747 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    20,747 miles
    Test number
    880133178254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM05 KJO

Does LM05 KJO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM05 KJO expired on 20 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM05 KJO?
The MOT on LM05 KJO expired on 20 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM05 KJO done?
LM05 KJO was recorded at 107,786 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2025, an average of 5,153 miles a year.
Has LM05 KJO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM05 KJO has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LM05 KJO 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 LM05 KJO find?
LM05 KJO passed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2025 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output.

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