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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,390 cc

LR05 BFPMOT history

LR05 BFP is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 21 Mar 2005. Its MOT expired on 21 Mar 2024 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 121,621 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Mar 2024.

LR05 BFP black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 21 Mar 2024
Mileage
121,621 mi
At MOT on 15 Mar 2024
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,323 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 BFP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
21 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
15 Mar 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR05 BFP was last recorded at 121,621 miles on 15 Mar 2024, 3,864 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,757 miles · 14 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
3,864 miles
Average per year
5,323 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 121,621 miles
  • 2023 – 117,757 miles
  • 2022 – 111,985 miles
  • 2021 – 110,065 miles
  • 2020 – 108,641 miles
  • 2019 – 105,388 miles
  • 2018 – 103,009 miles
  • 2017 – 100,741 miles
  • 2016 – 96,142 miles
  • 2015 – 91,273 miles
  • 2014 – 85,930 miles
  • 2013 – 76,787 miles
  • 2012 – 68,888 miles
  • 2011 – 61,322 miles
  • 2010 – 53,337 miles
  • 2009 – 44,812 miles
  • 2008 – 36,447 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail121,621 miles
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle by shock absorber (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust back box starting to split

What MOT failures 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 Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 15 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail121,621 miles (+3,864)8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,621 miles
    Test number
    668794676535
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle by shock absorber (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box starting to split

  2. Pass117,757 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    117,757 miles
    Test number
    699787674559
    • 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))

  3. Fail117,757 miles (+5,772)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,757 miles
    Test number
    715603141718
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • 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))

  4. Pass111,985 miles (+1,920)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    111,985 miles
    Test number
    893439010070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass110,065 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    110,065 miles
    Test number
    871764140895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail110,065 miles (+1,424)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,065 miles
    Test number
    386744478586
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  7. Pass108,641 miles (+31)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    108,641 miles
    Test number
    999688009323
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  8. Fail108,610 miles (+3,222)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,610 miles
    Test number
    735941929904
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  9. Pass105,388 miles (+2,379)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    105,388 miles
    Test number
    124715691891
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass103,009 miles (+2,268)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    103,009 miles
    Test number
    357895362954

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass100,741 miles (+4,599)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    100,741 miles
    Test number
    535450806684

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass96,142 miles (+4,869)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    96,142 miles
    Test number
    437940682357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass91,273 miles (+5,343)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    91,273 miles
    Test number
    727501775087
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass85,930 miles (+9,143)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    85,930 miles
    Test number
    526248374036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass76,787 miles (+7,899)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    76,787 miles
    Test number
    155364073473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass68,888 miles (+7,566)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    68,888 miles
    Test number
    426222062002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass61,322 miles (+7,985)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    61,322 miles
    Test number
    646724571006
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on the outside edge

  18. Pass53,337 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    53,337 miles
    Test number
    100287670092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail53,286 miles (+8,474)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,286 miles
    Test number
    943008260040
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass44,812 miles (+8,365)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    44,812 miles
    Test number
    851557459030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass36,447 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    36,447 miles
    Test number
    132875378055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 BFP

Does LR05 BFP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 BFP expired on 21 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 BFP?
The MOT on LR05 BFP expired on 21 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 BFP done?
LR05 BFP was recorded at 121,621 miles at its MOT on 15 Mar 2024, an average of 5,323 miles a year.
Has LR05 BFP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 BFP has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LR05 BFP 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 LR05 BFP find?
LR05 BFP failed its latest MOT on 15 Mar 2024 with 8 major defects and 1 advisory: engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush; nearside rear direction indicator not working, and 6 more.

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