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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,400 cc

LM05 YSTMOT history

LM05 YST is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 16 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 16 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 45,351 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2026.

LM05 YST blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Aug 2027
Mileage
45,351 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,499 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM05 YST
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
16 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM05 YST was last recorded at 45,351 miles on 12 Aug 2026, 1,862 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
43,489 miles · 14 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,862 miles
Average per year
1,499 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 45,351 miles
  • 2025 – 43,489 miles
  • 2024 – 41,905 miles
  • 2023 – 40,755 miles
  • 2022 – 39,658 miles
  • 2021 – 37,672 miles
  • 2020 – 35,973 miles
  • 2019 – 34,623 miles
  • 2018 – 33,148 miles
  • 2017 – 31,830 miles
  • 2016 – 30,445 miles
  • 2015 – 28,897 miles
  • 2014 – 26,996 miles
  • 2013 – 25,684 miles
  • 2012 – 24,504 miles
  • 2011 – 23,168 miles
  • 2010 – 21,936 miles
  • 2009 – 20,696 miles
  • 2008 – 18,204 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass45,351 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Offside and Nearside (4.1.4 (b))Recorded 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.

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Engine cover & under tray fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2020

  • Headlamp lens slightly defective offside and nearside

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

24 tests since 2 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass45,351 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    45,351 miles
    Test number
    702505508671
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Offside and Nearside (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Fail45,351 miles (+1,862)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,351 miles
    Test number
    529946407848
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Offside and Nearside (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Offside and Nearside (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Pass43,489 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    43,489 miles
    Test number
    518040618966
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output offside and nearside (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Fail43,489 miles (+1,584)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,489 miles
    Test number
    371987505179
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output offside and nearside (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Pass41,905 miles (+1,150)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    41,905 miles
    Test number
    307616421723
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective offside and nearside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass40,755 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    40,755 miles
    Test number
    956058569472
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective offside and nearside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail40,755 miles (+1,097)1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,755 miles
    Test number
    246888238403
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective offside and nearside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass39,658 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    39,658 miles
    Test number
    344115970327
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside and nearside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail39,658 miles (+1,986)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,658 miles
    Test number
    979678530303
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside and nearside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass37,672 miles (+1,699)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    37,672 miles
    Test number
    653364140585
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass35,973 miles (+1,350)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    35,973 miles
    Test number
    904099263879
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & under tray fitted

  12. Pass34,623 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    34,623 miles
    Test number
    276257586608
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  13. Fail34,613 miles (+1,465)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,613 miles
    Test number
    941488342995
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  14. Pass33,148 miles (+1,318)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    33,148 miles
    Test number
    562912760143
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing inner and outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover,under tray & plastic sill covers fitted

  15. Pass31,830 miles (+1,385)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    31,830 miles
    Test number
    530726492255
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & under tray fitted

  16. Pass30,445 miles (+1,548)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    30,445 miles
    Test number
    573184029113
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & under tray fitted

  17. Pass28,897 miles (+1,901)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    28,897 miles
    Test number
    355896155120
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass26,996 miles (+1,312)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    26,996 miles
    Test number
    679466054126
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass25,684 miles (+1,180)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    25,684 miles
    Test number
    847832863135
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass24,504 miles (+1,336)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    24,504 miles
    Test number
    619918572129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass23,168 miles (+1,232)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    23,168 miles
    Test number
    686468781136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass21,936 miles (+1,240)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    21,936 miles
    Test number
    614412580153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass20,696 miles (+2,492)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    20,696 miles
    Test number
    333014079152
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass18,204 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    18,204 miles
    Test number
    671974888107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM05 YST

Does LM05 YST currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM05 YST is valid until 16 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM05 YST?
The MOT on LM05 YST is valid until 16 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM05 YST done?
LM05 YST was recorded at 45,351 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2026, an average of 1,499 miles a year.
Has LM05 YST ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM05 YST has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LM05 YST 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 YST find?
LM05 YST passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output offside and nearside.

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