Volkswagen logo

Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,198 cc

LR05 DYAMOT history

LR05 DYA is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 23 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 30 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 73,997 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2026.

LR05 DYA black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Apr 2027
Mileage
73,997 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,898 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LR05 DYA in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 DYA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
23 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 DYA was last recorded at 73,997 miles on 23 Apr 2026, 7,090 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,907 miles · 1 May 2025
Between the last two tests
7,090 miles
Average per year
3,898 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,997 miles
  • 2025 – 66,907 miles
  • 2023 – 61,267 miles
  • 2022 – 53,468 miles
  • 2021 – 48,276 miles
  • 2020 – 41,371 miles
  • 2019 – 36,136 miles
  • 2018 – 33,202 miles
  • 2017 – 31,377 miles
  • 2016 – 29,119 miles
  • 2015 – 27,237 miles
  • 2014 – 23,533 miles
  • 2013 – 21,867 miles
  • 2012 – 16,295 miles
  • 2010 – 12,556 miles
  • 2009 – 7,584 miles
  • 2008 – 5,132 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,997 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (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.

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

22 tests since 22 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,997 miles (+7,090)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    73,997 miles
    Test number
    118707697693
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  2. Pass66,907 miles (+6)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    66,907 miles
    Test number
    926007939272
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  3. Fail66,901 miles (+5,634)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,901 miles
    Test number
    702886829808
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  4. Pass61,267 miles (+7,799)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    61,267 miles
    Test number
    252868897670
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass53,468 miles (+5,192)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    53,468 miles
    Test number
    983934723273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass48,276 miles (+6,905)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    48,276 miles
    Test number
    630060293599
    • AdvisoryUnder shield fitted unable to fully check fuel & brake lines.

  7. Pass41,371 miles (+5,235)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    41,371 miles
    Test number
    405207306393
    • AdvisoryRear silencer corroded

  8. Pass36,136 miles (+2,934)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    36,136 miles
    Test number
    705942125414
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn inner edges

  9. Pass33,202 miles (+1,825)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    33,202 miles
    Test number
    559055345658

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass31,377 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    31,377 miles
    Test number
    241652915658
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  11. Fail31,377 miles (+2,258)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,377 miles
    Test number
    319397444019
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  12. Pass29,119 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    29,119 miles
    Test number
    130182171879

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail29,119 miles (+1,882)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,119 miles
    Test number
    758429259654
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  14. Pass27,237 miles (+3,704)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    27,237 miles
    Test number
    665035575123
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass23,533 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    23,533 miles
    Test number
    747172764135
    • NoteO/s front limk gaiter split

  16. Fail23,532 miles (+1,665)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,532 miles
    Test number
    767272964145
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteO/s front limk gaiter split

  17. Pass21,867 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    21,867 miles
    Test number
    688003783197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail21,867 miles (+5,572)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,867 miles
    Test number
    376869873195
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  19. Pass16,295 miles (+3,739)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    16,295 miles
    Test number
    369176682152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass12,556 miles (+4,972)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    12,556 miles
    Test number
    432526610360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass7,584 miles (+2,452)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    7,584 miles
    Test number
    393255049462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass5,132 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    5,132 miles
    Test number
    301905038434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 DYA

Does LR05 DYA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR05 DYA is valid until 30 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR05 DYA?
The MOT on LR05 DYA is valid until 30 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR05 DYA done?
LR05 DYA was recorded at 73,997 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2026, an average of 3,898 miles a year.
Has LR05 DYA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 DYA has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LR05 DYA 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 DYA find?
LR05 DYA passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt.

Related registrations

Browse all LR05D registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.