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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,390 cc

LR05 DVPMOT history

LR05 DVP is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 22 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 6 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 76,631 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2026.

LR05 DVP black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 Aug 2027
Mileage
76,631 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,998 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 DVP
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
22 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 DVP was last recorded at 76,631 miles on 7 Aug 2026, 2,203 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,428 miles · 15 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,203 miles
Average per year
3,998 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,631 miles
  • 2025 – 74,428 miles
  • 2024 – 71,357 miles
  • 2023 – 67,220 miles
  • 2022 – 54,764 miles
  • 2021 – 39,224 miles
  • 2020 – 26,851 miles
  • 2019 – 17,829 miles
  • 2018 – 13,548 miles
  • 2017 – 10,077 miles
  • 2016 – 9,783 miles
  • 2015 – 9,227 miles
  • 2014 – 9,050 miles
  • 2013 – 8,870 miles
  • 2012 – 8,264 miles
  • 2011 – 7,921 miles
  • 2010 – 7,437 miles
  • 2009 – 4,623 miles
  • 2008 – 3,145 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,631 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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 Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0 mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 20 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,631 miles (+2,203)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    76,631 miles
    Test number
    881195308537
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  2. Pass74,428 miles (+3,071)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2026
    Odometer
    74,428 miles
    Test number
    233166994791
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  3. Pass71,357 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    71,357 miles
    Test number
    874095578247
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  4. Fail71,357 miles (+4,137)1 repaired2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,357 miles
    Test number
    366788738608
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  5. Pass67,220 miles (+28)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    67,220 miles
    Test number
    345000559496
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail67,192 miles (+12,428)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,192 miles
    Test number
    130614162611
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass54,764 miles (+15,540)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    54,764 miles
    Test number
    127875722809

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass39,224 miles (+12,373)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    39,224 miles
    Test number
    700412863744

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass26,851 miles (+90)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    26,851 miles
    Test number
    603131542461
    • 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))
  10. Fail26,761 miles (+8,932)2 dangerous5 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,761 miles
    Test number
    312159311912
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • 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. Pass17,829 miles (+4,281)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    17,829 miles
    Test number
    706929646175
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  12. Pass13,548 miles (+3,471)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    13,548 miles
    Test number
    383899615172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass10,077 miles (+294)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    10,077 miles
    Test number
    733614221319
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  14. Pass9,783 miles (+556)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    9,783 miles
    Test number
    981507154385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass9,227 miles (+177)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    9,227 miles
    Test number
    126166975436
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  16. Pass9,050 miles (+180)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    9,050 miles
    Test number
    269452774013
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
  17. Pass8,870 miles (+606)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    8,870 miles
    Test number
    115404573064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass8,264 miles (+343)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    8,264 miles
    Test number
    156546872479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass7,921 miles (+484)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    7,921 miles
    Test number
    708954371073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass7,437 miles (+2,814)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    7,437 miles
    Test number
    492694870065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass4,623 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    4,623 miles
    Test number
    272728169033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail4,623 miles (+1,478)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,623 miles
    Test number
    120938369454
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
  23. Pass3,145 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    3,145 miles
    Test number
    533890588052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 DVP

Does LR05 DVP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR05 DVP is valid until 6 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR05 DVP?
The MOT on LR05 DVP is valid until 6 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR05 DVP done?
LR05 DVP was recorded at 76,631 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2026, an average of 3,998 miles a year.
Has LR05 DVP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 DVP has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on LR05 DVP 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 DVP find?
LR05 DVP passed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2026 with 2 minor defects: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated.

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