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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,390 cc

LR05 DYGMOT history

LR05 DYG is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 11 Apr 2005. Its MOT is valid until 15 Dec 2026 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 63,794 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2025.

LR05 DYG black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Dec 2026
Mileage
63,794 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2025
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,667 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 DYG
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
11 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 DYG was last recorded at 63,794 miles on 16 Dec 2025, 1,384 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,410 miles · 27 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
1,384 miles
Average per year
2,667 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 63,794 miles
  • 2024 – 62,410 miles
  • 2023 – 60,027 miles
  • 2022 – 60,015 miles
  • 2021 – 57,833 miles
  • 2019 – 54,934 miles
  • 2018 – 53,512 miles
  • 2017 – 50,306 miles
  • 2016 – 44,631 miles
  • 2015 – 39,322 miles
  • 2014 – 32,946 miles
  • 2013 – 27,866 miles
  • 2012 – 27,149 miles
  • 2011 – 25,171 miles
  • 2010 – 23,740 miles
  • 2009 – 21,292 miles
  • 2008 – 16,648 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass63,794 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCorrosion Under Body
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 12 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass63,794 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    63,794 miles
    Test number
    417476554056
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion Under Body
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail63,794 miles (+1,384)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,794 miles
    Test number
    798257683210
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion Under Body
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass62,410 miles (+2,383)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    62,410 miles
    Test number
    313035537527
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • 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. Pass60,027 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    60,027 miles
    Test number
    436512398375
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Pass60,015 miles (+2,182)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    60,015 miles
    Test number
    542747310791
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass57,833 miles (+2,899)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    57,833 miles
    Test number
    768085632470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass54,934 miles (+15)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    54,934 miles
    Test number
    737087994923
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail54,919 miles (+1,407)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,919 miles
    Test number
    967229984895
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass53,512 miles (+3,206)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    53,512 miles
    Test number
    914959901720

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass50,306 miles (+5,675)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2018
    Odometer
    50,306 miles
    Test number
    733666288162
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass44,631 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    44,631 miles
    Test number
    873487189375
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail44,631 miles (+5,309)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,631 miles
    Test number
    346477410356
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass39,322 miles (+6,376)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    39,322 miles
    Test number
    419197895009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass32,946 miles (+5,080)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    32,946 miles
    Test number
    937484714124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass27,866 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    27,866 miles
    Test number
    609022813179
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail27,866 miles (+717)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,866 miles
    Test number
    615982513165
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass27,149 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    27,149 miles
    Test number
    937589402162
    • 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. Fail27,149 miles (+1,978)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,149 miles
    Test number
    417889202197
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • 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)

  19. Pass25,171 miles (+1,431)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    25,171 miles
    Test number
    418542201113
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  20. Pass23,740 miles (+2,448)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    23,740 miles
    Test number
    162753880017
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Pass21,292 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    21,292 miles
    Test number
    723864619123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail21,288 miles (+4,640)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,288 miles
    Test number
    962674619169
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  23. Pass16,648 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    16,648 miles
    Test number
    972143808125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 DYG

Does LR05 DYG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR05 DYG is valid until 15 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR05 DYG?
The MOT on LR05 DYG is valid until 15 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR05 DYG done?
LR05 DYG was recorded at 63,794 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2025, an average of 2,667 miles a year.
Has LR05 DYG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 DYG has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LR05 DYG 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 DYG find?
LR05 DYG passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; corrosion under body; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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