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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,390 cc

LR05 RWEMOT history

LR05 RWE is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 Apr 2005. Its MOT expired on 17 Sept 2026 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 101,193 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2026.

LR05 RWE black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 17 Sept 2026
Mileage
101,193 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,290 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 RWE
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
28 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR05 RWE was last recorded at 101,193 miles on 16 Sept 2026, 2,213 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Jun 2018: 93,923 miles, lower than 95,547 miles on 5 Jun 2017.

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
98,980 miles · 15 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,213 miles
Average per year
4,290 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,193 miles
  • 2025 – 98,980 miles
  • 2024 – 98,595 miles
  • 2023 – 98,042 miles
  • 2022 – 97,226 miles
  • 2021 – 96,854 miles
  • 2020 – 96,133 miles
  • 2019 – 94,888 miles
  • 2018 – 93,923 miles
  • 2017 – 95,547 miles
  • 2016 – 89,032 miles
  • 2015 – 80,019 miles
  • 2013 – 62,837 miles
  • 2012 – 53,361 miles
  • 2010 – 42,332 miles
  • 2009 – 30,941 miles
  • 2008 – 22,384 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail101,193 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak Advise early repair
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Both sides
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box deteriorated
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018

What MOT failures 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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

19 tests since 3 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail101,193 miles (+2,213)9 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,193 miles
    Test number
    783934023678
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Advise early repair
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Both sides
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass98,980 miles (+385)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    98,980 miles
    Test number
    855310136394
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing left and right (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass98,595 miles (+553)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    98,595 miles
    Test number
    643020404067
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Pass98,042 miles (+816)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    98,042 miles
    Test number
    533290717726

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass97,226 miles (+372)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    97,226 miles
    Test number
    867263660686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass96,854 miles (+721)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    96,854 miles
    Test number
    197322042273
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  7. Pass96,133 miles (+1,245)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    96,133 miles
    Test number
    198338802170
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

  8. Pass94,888 miles (+965)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    94,888 miles
    Test number
    434623766834
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass93,923 miles (-1,624)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    93,923 miles
    Test number
    973864274011
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass95,547 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    95,547 miles
    Test number
    785352275039
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Fail95,547 miles (+6,515)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,547 miles
    Test number
    894797674470
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass89,032 miles (+9,013)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    89,032 miles
    Test number
    432774035836
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

  13. Pass80,019 miles (+17)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2016
    Odometer
    80,019 miles
    Test number
    136853735135
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteO/s/f outer cv boot clip loose and weaping grease
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded
    • NoteUnder tray damaged and insecure

  14. Fail80,002 miles (+17,165)4 failures1 repaired2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,002 miles
    Test number
    119762735137
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteO/s/f outer cv boot clip loose and weaping grease
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded
    • NoteUnder tray damaged and insecure

  15. Pass62,837 miles (+9,476)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2014
    Odometer
    62,837 miles
    Test number
    296699523164
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass53,361 miles (+11,029)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    53,361 miles
    Test number
    198565372499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass42,332 miles (+11,391)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    42,332 miles
    Test number
    840303670270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass30,941 miles (+8,557)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2010
    Odometer
    30,941 miles
    Test number
    274280849114
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Pass22,384 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2009
    Odometer
    22,384 miles
    Test number
    222894128136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 RWE

Does LR05 RWE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 RWE expired on 17 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 RWE?
The MOT on LR05 RWE expired on 17 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 RWE done?
LR05 RWE was recorded at 101,193 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2026, an average of 4,290 miles a year.
Has LR05 RWE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 RWE has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LR05 RWE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 Jun 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LR05 RWE find?
LR05 RWE failed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2026 with 9 major defects and 6 advisories: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 12 more.

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