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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,390 cc

LR05 KXZMOT history

LR05 KXZ is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 25 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 114,902 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2026.

LR05 KXZ silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Feb 2027
Mileage
114,902 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,644 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 KXZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 KXZ was last recorded at 114,902 miles on 26 Feb 2026, 109 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,793 miles · 11 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
109 miles
Average per year
5,644 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,902 miles
  • 2025 – 110,060 miles
  • 2024 – 107,965 miles
  • 2023 – 105,515 miles
  • 2022 – 103,682 miles
  • 2021 – 98,330 miles
  • 2020 – 92,308 miles
  • 2019 – 85,139 miles
  • 2018 – 77,844 miles
  • 2017 – 71,629 miles
  • 2016 – 66,088 miles
  • 2015 – 57,263 miles
  • 2014 – 43,372 miles
  • 2013 – 30,760 miles
  • 2012 – 30,370 miles
  • 2011 – 25,080 miles
  • 2010 – 20,848 miles
  • 2009 – 17,240 miles
  • 2008 – 13,650 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,902 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides also brake warning sign on . (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive light oil leaking from engine and steering pipe . (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

30 tests since 19 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,902 miles (+109)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    114,902 miles
    Test number
    743467892912
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides also brake warning sign on . (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive light oil leaking from engine and steering pipe . (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Fail114,793 miles (+4,733)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,793 miles
    Test number
    329832025998
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel hand brake . (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides. (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Pass110,060 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    110,060 miles
    Test number
    319292177898
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail110,060 miles (+2,095)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,060 miles
    Test number
    433520536018
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (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))

  5. Pass107,965 miles (+2,450)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    107,965 miles
    Test number
    698601157359
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass105,515 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    105,515 miles
    Test number
    567073504515
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play BOTH SIDES (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail105,515 miles (+1,833)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,515 miles
    Test number
    843268250253
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play BOTH SIDES (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass103,682 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    103,682 miles
    Test number
    613631887360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail103,682 miles (+5,352)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,682 miles
    Test number
    148724765442
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass98,330 miles (+6,022)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    98,330 miles
    Test number
    124732933996
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass92,308 miles (+7,169)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    92,308 miles
    Test number
    291340390104
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass85,139 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    85,139 miles
    Test number
    511787512799
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Fail85,139 miles (+7,295)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,139 miles
    Test number
    728330061501
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  14. Pass77,844 miles (+6,215)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    77,844 miles
    Test number
    591278091736
    • AdvisoryOffside front shock absorber leaking fluid

  15. Pass71,629 miles (+5,541)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    71,629 miles
    Test number
    574985621335
    • AdvisoryNearside front aeroblade juddering
    • AdvisoryOffside front shock absorber leaking slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre inner edge offshape and wearing low 185/60R14
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade judder

  16. Pass66,088 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    66,088 miles
    Test number
    488679785198
    • AdvisoryOffside front and nearside rear shock leaking slightly

  17. Fail66,088 miles (+8,825)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,088 miles
    Test number
    366675003518
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside front and nearside rear shock leaking slightly

  18. Pass57,263 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    57,263 miles
    Test number
    968921965021
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail57,263 miles (+13,891)1 failure2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,263 miles
    Test number
    266371165030
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass43,372 miles (+12,612)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    43,372 miles
    Test number
    507704164033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass30,760 miles (+390)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    30,760 miles
    Test number
    979224483086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass30,370 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    30,370 miles
    Test number
    785937162091
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail30,370 miles (+5,290)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,370 miles
    Test number
    877557162011
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  24. Pass25,080 miles (+4,232)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    25,080 miles
    Test number
    327413481030
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  25. Fail20,848 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,848 miles
    Test number
    512547970011
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  26. Pass20,848 miles (+3,608)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    20,848 miles
    Test number
    781257870094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass17,240 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    17,240 miles
    Test number
    133436589424
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  28. Fail17,237 miles (+3,587)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,237 miles
    Test number
    373546489012
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  29. Pass13,650 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    13,650 miles
    Test number
    741190988069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail13,648 miles2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,648 miles
    Test number
    874189778070
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Questions about LR05 KXZ

Does LR05 KXZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR05 KXZ is valid until 25 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR05 KXZ?
The MOT on LR05 KXZ is valid until 25 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR05 KXZ done?
LR05 KXZ was recorded at 114,902 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2026, an average of 5,644 miles a year.
Has LR05 KXZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 KXZ has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LR05 KXZ 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 KXZ find?
LR05 KXZ passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides also brake warning sign on .; front oil leak, but not excessive light oil leaking from engine and steering pipe .; nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured, and 1 more.

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