
Volkswagen Polo
Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,390 cc
LR05 SFFMOT history
LR05 SFF is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 4 May 2005. Its MOT expired on 7 Apr 2025 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 126,396 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2025.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 7 Apr 2025
- Mileage
- 126,396 mi
- At MOT on 6 Oct 2025
- MOT tests
- 29
- 17 passed · 12 failed
- Per year
- 5,036 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LR05 SFF
- 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
- 4 May 2005
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 7 Apr 2025
- Latest MOT test
- 6 Oct 2025 (Fail)
Mileage history
LR05 SFF was last recorded at 126,396 miles on 6 Oct 2025, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Sept 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 126,383 miles · 17 Sept 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 13 miles
- Average per year
- 5,036 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 126,396 miles
- 2024 – 118,965 miles
- 2023 – 113,161 miles
- 2022 – 104,086 miles
- 2021 – 100,339 miles
- 2020 – 95,030 miles
- 2019 – 88,320 miles
- 2018 – 85,632 miles
- 2017 – 81,782 miles
- 2016 – 78,780 miles
- 2015 – 75,561 miles
- 2014 – 72,583 miles
- 2013 – 69,352 miles
- 2012 – 65,159 miles
- 2011 – 59,208 miles
- 2010 – 54,246 miles
- 2009 – 49,293 miles
- 2008 – 38,512 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MajorEmissions unable to be completed readings to high and engine oil leak (8.2.2.2 (e))
- MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
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.
Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits
Major5 MOTs, 2023–2025
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025
Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits
Major4 MOTs, 2023–2025
Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources
Minor4 MOTs, 2025
Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits
Major3 MOTs, 2024–2025
Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened
Advisory3 MOTs, 2025
Full MOT history
29 tests since 24 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Fail126,396 miles (+13)4 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 126,396 miles
- Test number
- 460334333719
- MajorEmissions unable to be completed readings to high and engine oil leak (8.2.2.2 (e))
- MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail126,383 miles (+20)2 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 126,383 miles
- Test number
- 940263312107
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail126,363 miles2 major2 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 126,363 miles
- Test number
- 129525802424
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MinorNearside Front 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))
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Lower Coolant leak radiator
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Fail126,363 miles (+14)3 major1 repaired2 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 126,363 miles
- Test number
- 495357279328
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MinorNearside Front 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))
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Lower Coolant leak radiator
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Fail126,349 miles (+131)1 dangerous6 major3 minor14 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 126,349 miles
- Test number
- 419659697323
- DangerousNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorEmissions unable to be completed Engine misfire ! (8.2.1.2 (d))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) tie rod inner joint (2.3 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt perished /seepage of grease (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated perished (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 Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated perished (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Lower Coolant leak radiator
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair 52% (1.2.1 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryParking brake recorded 16%,it may need adjustment or repair.
- AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
Fail126,218 miles (+7,253)7 major4 minor10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 126,218 miles
- Test number
- 211772316198
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- MajorFront Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak Nearside and Offside (5.3.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorRear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak Nearside and Offside (5.3.2 (b))
- 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))
- MinorNearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and Offside (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Nearside and Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and Outer (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and Offside (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside and Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Pass118,965 miles (+15)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Apr 2025
- Odometer
- 118,965 miles
- Test number
- 184013545243
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Fail118,950 miles (+5,789)7 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 118,950 miles
- Test number
- 632856636661
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- 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))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect incorrect fitted bulb (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Nearside & Offside (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass113,161 miles (+9)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 5 Apr 2024
- Odometer
- 113,161 miles
- Test number
- 518354783365
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Fail113,152 miles (+9,066)3 dangerous8 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 113,152 miles
- Test number
- 787092243730
- DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
- MajorNearside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
- MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass104,086 miles (+3,747)1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Mar 2023
- Odometer
- 104,086 miles
- Test number
- 734952851040
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryLower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all greased (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Pass100,339 miles (+5,309)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Mar 2022
- Odometer
- 100,339 miles
- Test number
- 640946543067
- AdvisoryLower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all greased (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output slightly cloudy/weathered (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Pass95,030 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Mar 2021
- Odometer
- 95,030 miles
- Test number
- 448110099545
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn ,main tread 4.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
Fail95,030 miles (+6,710)2 repaired3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 95,030 miles
- Test number
- 329814334188
- Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn ,main tread 4.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
Pass88,320 miles (+2,688)
- MOT expiry
- 30 Mar 2020
- Odometer
- 88,320 miles
- Test number
- 149774705877
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass85,632 miles (+3,850)
- MOT expiry
- 30 Mar 2019
- Odometer
- 85,632 miles
- Test number
- 763810118043
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass81,782 miles (+23)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 30 Mar 2018
- Odometer
- 81,782 miles
- Test number
- 730068748696
- AdvisoryExhaust corroding at rear
Fail81,759 miles (+2,979)2 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 81,759 miles
- Test number
- 813557987104
- 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)
- FailureOffside 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)
- AdvisoryExhaust corroding at rear
Pass78,780 miles (+3,219)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Mar 2017
- Odometer
- 78,780 miles
- Test number
- 728171963660
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryRear exhaust corroding
Pass75,561 miles (+2,978)
- MOT expiry
- 30 Mar 2016
- Odometer
- 75,561 miles
- Test number
- 616688775097
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass72,583 miles (+3,231)
- MOT expiry
- 30 Mar 2015
- Odometer
- 72,583 miles
- Test number
- 175466274033
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass69,352 miles (+4,193)
- MOT expiry
- 30 Mar 2014
- Odometer
- 69,352 miles
- Test number
- 107421383036
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass65,159 miles (+5,951)
- MOT expiry
- 30 Mar 2013
- Odometer
- 65,159 miles
- Test number
- 939951982070
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass59,208 miles (+4,962)
- MOT expiry
- 30 Mar 2012
- Odometer
- 59,208 miles
- Test number
- 196897681036
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass54,246 miles (+4,953)
- MOT expiry
- 30 Mar 2011
- Odometer
- 54,246 miles
- Test number
- 652830890049
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass49,293 miles1 advisory4 notes
- MOT expiry
- 4 May 2010
- Odometer
- 49,293 miles
- Test number
- 624204319171
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteBrake warning light on dash on
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- NoteHand brake travel long
- NoteNail in n/s/r and o/s/r tyres
Fail49,293 miles (+150)5 failures1 advisory4 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 49,293 miles
- Test number
- 711544019116
- FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
- FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
- FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteBrake warning light on dash on
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- NoteHand brake travel long
- NoteNail in n/s/r and o/s/r tyres
Fail49,143 miles (+10,631)4 failures1 advisory4 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 49,143 miles
- Test number
- 901121819190
- FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
- FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
- FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- NoteHandbrake travel
- NoteScrew n/s/r tyre
- NoteTwo nails o/s/r tyre
Pass38,512 miles
- MOT expiry
- 4 May 2009
- Odometer
- 38,512 miles
- Test number
- 904475118164
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LR05 SFF
- Does LR05 SFF currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on LR05 SFF expired on 7 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on LR05 SFF?
- The MOT on LR05 SFF expired on 7 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has LR05 SFF done?
- LR05 SFF was recorded at 126,396 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2025, an average of 5,036 miles a year.
- Has LR05 SFF ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LR05 SFF has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2025.
- Has the mileage on LR05 SFF 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 SFF find?
- LR05 SFF failed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2025 with 4 major defects and 1 advisory: emissions unable to be completed readings to high and engine oil leak; offside rear fog lamp not working; oil leaking excessively from engine, and 2 more.
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