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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,390 cc

LR05 BKEMOT history

LR05 BKE is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 25 Mar 2005. Its MOT expired on 16 Jun 2025 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 125,070 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jun 2024.

LR05 BKE black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 16 Jun 2025
Mileage
125,070 mi
At MOT on 17 Jun 2024
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,027 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 BKE
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
25 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
17 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 BKE was last recorded at 125,070 miles on 17 Jun 2024, 4,079 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,991 miles · 16 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
4,079 miles
Average per year
5,027 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 125,070 miles
  • 2023 – 120,991 miles
  • 2022 – 116,549 miles
  • 2021 – 112,006 miles
  • 2020 – 110,074 miles
  • 2019 – 106,899 miles
  • 2018 – 103,651 miles
  • 2017 – 99,430 miles
  • 2016 – 94,710 miles
  • 2015 – 90,191 miles
  • 2014 – 85,942 miles
  • 2013 – 84,346 miles
  • 2012 – 79,222 miles
  • 2011 – 73,617 miles
  • 2010 – 68,563 miles
  • 2009 – 57,225 miles
  • 2008 – 43,587 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,070 miles
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (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 Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass125,070 miles (+4,079)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    125,070 miles
    Test number
    284412720693
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Pass120,991 miles (+4,442)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    120,991 miles
    Test number
    701262797690
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  3. Pass116,549 miles (+11)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    116,549 miles
    Test number
    389136093479
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail116,538 miles (+4,532)15 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,538 miles
    Test number
    424165326254
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested headlamps insecure (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass112,006 miles (+12)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2022
    Odometer
    112,006 miles
    Test number
    355748620785
    • AdvisoryEML LIGHT ON DASH
    • AdvisoryFront BUMPER SLIGHTLY DAMAGED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing OUTER CASING CORRODED (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing OUTER CASING CORRODED (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear EXHAUST SILENCER DETERIATED
    • AdvisoryVEHICLE PANELS AND UNDER BODY SLIGHT CORROSION SIGNS
  6. Fail111,994 miles (+1,920)6 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,994 miles
    Test number
    499071406046
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML LIGHT ON DASH
    • AdvisoryFront BUMPER SLIGHTLY DAMAGED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing OUTER CASING CORRODED (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing OUTER CASING CORRODED (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear EXHAUST SILENCER DETERIATED
    • AdvisoryVEHICLE PANELS AND UNDER BODY SLIGHT CORROSION SIGNS
  7. Pass110,074 miles (+3,175)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    110,074 miles
    Test number
    180245998648

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass106,899 miles (+3,248)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    106,899 miles
    Test number
    664650251843
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake has free travel
  9. Pass103,651 miles (+4,221)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    103,651 miles
    Test number
    582051469381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass99,430 miles (+4,720)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    99,430 miles
    Test number
    409348166809
    • AdvisoryBoth strut top mount bearings stiff
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  11. Pass94,710 miles (+4,519)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2017
    Odometer
    94,710 miles
    Test number
    265077274354
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit wall scrubbed (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  12. Pass90,191 miles (+4,249)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2016
    Odometer
    90,191 miles
    Test number
    676545435155
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  13. Pass85,942 miles (+1,596)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    85,942 miles
    Test number
    577867334024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass84,346 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    84,346 miles
    Test number
    349460203209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail84,346 miles (+5,124)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,346 miles
    Test number
    755009293183
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
  16. Pass79,222 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    79,222 miles
    Test number
    395622982060
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  17. Fail79,222 miles (+5,605)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,222 miles
    Test number
    467442882094
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  18. Pass73,617 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    73,617 miles
    Test number
    266114781048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail73,617 miles (+5,054)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,617 miles
    Test number
    597254181091
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteAirbag light on
  20. Pass68,563 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    68,563 miles
    Test number
    650784670010
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  21. Fail68,562 miles (+68)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,562 miles
    Test number
    722114370090
    • FailureNearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  22. Fail68,494 miles (+11,269)3 dangerous5 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,494 miles
    Test number
    744599560083
    • DangerousDANGEROUS Grove worn into offside front inner tyre wall
    • DangerousDANGEROUS nearside rear tyre deteriorated and worn to legal limit of 1.6mm also nail in tyre
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteBoth front seat damaged
    • NoteFront number plate is loose
  23. Pass57,225 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    57,225 miles
    Test number
    420554309105
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  24. Fail57,224 miles (+5)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,224 miles
    Test number
    850069099088
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  25. Fail57,219 miles (+13,632)10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,219 miles
    Test number
    312348499027
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Upper Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Upper Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  26. Pass43,587 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    43,587 miles
    Test number
    644143098021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 BKE

Does LR05 BKE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 BKE expired on 16 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 BKE?
The MOT on LR05 BKE expired on 16 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 BKE done?
LR05 BKE was recorded at 125,070 miles at its MOT on 17 Jun 2024, an average of 5,027 miles a year.
Has LR05 BKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 BKE has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on LR05 BKE 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 BKE find?
LR05 BKE passed its latest MOT on 17 Jun 2024 with 1 advisory: tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4.

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