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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,390 cc

LR05 PXLMOT history

LR05 PXL is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 21 Apr 2005. Its MOT expired on 5 Nov 2022 and it has passed 13 of 22 MOT tests, with 78,213 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2021.

LR05 PXL blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 5 Nov 2022
Mileage
78,213 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2021
MOT tests
22
13 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,601 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 PXL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
21 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 PXL was last recorded at 78,213 miles on 4 Nov 2021, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,213 miles · 1 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,601 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 78,213 miles
  • 2020 – 75,326 miles
  • 2019 – 72,382 miles
  • 2018 – 68,031 miles
  • 2016 – 66,649 miles
  • 2015 – 65,195 miles
  • 2014 – 63,983 miles
  • 2013 – 62,199 miles
  • 2012 – 60,370 miles
  • 2011 – 57,271 miles
  • 2010 – 54,189 miles
  • 2009 – 48,755 miles
  • 2008 – 42,974 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,213 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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 Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 18 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,213 miles3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    78,213 miles
    Test number
    191780791847
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Fail78,213 miles (+2,887)2 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,213 miles
    Test number
    106882934212
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Pass75,326 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    75,326 miles
    Test number
    796732323747
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre perished

  4. Fail75,326 miles (+2,944)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,326 miles
    Test number
    473826703187
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre perished

  5. Pass72,382 miles3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    72,382 miles
    Test number
    489633538483
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail72,382 miles (+4,351)1 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,382 miles
    Test number
    414936697100
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass68,031 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    68,031 miles
    Test number
    636150811029
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  8. Fail68,031 miles (+1,382)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,031 miles
    Test number
    820363159889
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  9. Pass66,649 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    66,649 miles
    Test number
    930963724656
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail66,647 miles (+1,452)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,647 miles
    Test number
    296311496311
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass65,195 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    65,195 miles
    Test number
    265273605154
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  12. Fail65,195 miles (+1,212)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,195 miles
    Test number
    947133305117
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  13. Pass63,983 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    63,983 miles
    Test number
    447815704143
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  14. Fail63,983 miles (+1,784)4 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,983 miles
    Test number
    885885904117
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  15. Pass62,199 miles (+1,829)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    62,199 miles
    Test number
    136471283074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass60,370 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    60,370 miles
    Test number
    755669812122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail60,331 miles (+3,060)2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,331 miles
    Test number
    107881112162
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteClutch plate worn
    • NoteRear exhaust section deteriorated

  18. Pass57,271 miles (+3,082)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    57,271 miles
    Test number
    258654201401
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass54,189 miles (+5,434)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    54,189 miles
    Test number
    340074700162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass48,755 miles (+5,781)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    48,755 miles
    Test number
    681667619147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass42,974 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    42,974 miles
    Test number
    632982818148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail42,974 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,974 miles
    Test number
    802959408166
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureRear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Questions about LR05 PXL

Does LR05 PXL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 PXL expired on 5 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 PXL?
The MOT on LR05 PXL expired on 5 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 PXL done?
LR05 PXL was recorded at 78,213 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2021, an average of 2,601 miles a year.
Has LR05 PXL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 PXL has failed 9 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LR05 PXL 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 PXL find?
LR05 PXL passed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2021 with 3 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning, and 3 more.

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