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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

LR05 GXBMOT history

LR05 GXB is a black diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 29 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 61,675 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jan 2026.

LR05 GXB black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 Jan 2027
Mileage
61,675 mi
At MOT on 17 Jan 2026
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,816 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 GXB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 GXB was last recorded at 61,675 miles on 17 Jan 2026, 844 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Dec 2013: 19,852 miles, lower than 41,641 miles on 31 Dec 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
60,831 miles · 16 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
844 miles
Average per year
2,816 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 61,675 miles
  • 2025 – 60,831 miles
  • 2024 – 59,697 miles
  • 2023 – 56,442 miles
  • 2022 – 51,988 miles
  • 2021 – 47,835 miles
  • 2020 – 44,567 miles
  • 2019 – 42,217 miles
  • 2018 – 39,947 miles
  • 2017 – 39,921 miles
  • 2016 – 35,757 miles
  • 2015 – 31,599 miles
  • 2014 – 26,677 miles
  • 2013 – 19,852 miles
  • 2012 – 41,641 miles
  • 2011 – 36,752 miles
  • 2010 – 25,360 miles
  • 2009 – 18,681 miles
  • 2008 – 11,560 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass61,675 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Nearside and offside (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Heatshield slightly loose
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat slightly loose
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Silencer skin corroded
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Nearside and offside (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (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 Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Engine oil near min

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

30 tests since 31 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass61,675 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    61,675 miles
    Test number
    726908457815
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Nearside and offside (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Heatshield slightly loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat slightly loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Silencer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Nearside and offside (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail61,675 miles (+844)3 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,675 miles
    Test number
    558537005480
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Nearside and offside (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Heatshield slightly loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat slightly loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Silencer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Nearside and offside (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass60,831 miles (+1,134)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    60,831 miles
    Test number
    538358618472
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear seat back slightly loose
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass59,697 miles (+3,255)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    59,697 miles
    Test number
    440437526018
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass56,442 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    56,442 miles
    Test number
    146229998598
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail56,442 miles (+4,454)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,442 miles
    Test number
    764170172605
    • MajorCentral Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass51,988 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    51,988 miles
    Test number
    850089119748

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail51,988 miles (+4,153)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,988 miles
    Test number
    573842295313
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Seat belt not functioning as intended centre (7.1.2 (c))

  9. Pass47,835 miles (+3,268)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    47,835 miles
    Test number
    895687312137
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both. (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively Both. (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Pass44,567 miles (+2,350)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    44,567 miles
    Test number
    652816786544
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass42,217 miles (+38)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    42,217 miles
    Test number
    667472663762

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail42,179 miles (+2,232)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,179 miles
    Test number
    839450457739
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  13. Pass39,947 miles (+26)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    39,947 miles
    Test number
    520350510478
    • AdvisoryEngine oil near min
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre cracking, not to cords
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail39,921 miles (+4,164)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,921 miles
    Test number
    980557543972
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil near min
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre cracking, not to cords
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass35,757 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    35,757 miles
    Test number
    187043293014
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail35,751 miles (+4,152)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,751 miles
    Test number
    333664422748
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass31,599 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    31,599 miles
    Test number
    286893265755
    • AdvisoryBoth headlight aims on upper limit

  18. Fail31,599 miles (+4,922)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,599 miles
    Test number
    267508581349
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth headlight aims on upper limit

  19. Pass26,677 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    26,677 miles
    Test number
    359584054324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail26,677 miles (+6,825)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,677 miles
    Test number
    868564054325
    • Repaired at testDirection indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)

  21. Pass19,852 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    19,852 miles
    Test number
    337642063363
    • NoteNearside rear seat belt not fully checked child seat fitted
    • NoteOffside rear seat belt not fully checked child seat fitted

  22. Fail19,852 miles (-21,789)4 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,852 miles
    Test number
    676572463349
    • FailureNearside 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)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside rear seat belt not fully checked child seat fitted
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing inner and outer edge
    • NoteOffside rear seat belt not fully checked child seat fitted

  23. Pass41,641 miles3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    41,641 miles
    Test number
    459836062333
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear brake pads low

  24. Fail41,641 miles (+4,889)1 failure3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,641 miles
    Test number
    655846262343
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear brake pads low

  25. Pass36,752 miles (+11,392)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    36,752 miles
    Test number
    546055461356
    • NoteOffside rear and nearside rear seat belts not fully checked child seats fitted

  26. Pass25,360 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    25,360 miles
    Test number
    512041060124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail25,360 miles (+6,679)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,360 miles
    Test number
    682000560179
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

  28. Pass18,681 miles (+7,121)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    18,681 miles
    Test number
    972675679080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass11,560 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    11,560 miles
    Test number
    414233298097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail11,560 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,560 miles
    Test number
    520801698063
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Questions about LR05 GXB

Does LR05 GXB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR05 GXB is valid until 20 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR05 GXB?
The MOT on LR05 GXB is valid until 20 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR05 GXB done?
LR05 GXB was recorded at 61,675 miles at its MOT on 17 Jan 2026, an average of 2,816 miles a year.
Has LR05 GXB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 GXB has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LR05 GXB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Dec 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LR05 GXB find?
LR05 GXB passed its latest MOT on 17 Jan 2026 with 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt nearside and offside; offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both, and 7 more.

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