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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,198 cc

LR05 SRUMOT history

LR05 SRU is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 7 Apr 2005. Its MOT expired on 21 Jan 2024 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 104,762 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jan 2023.

LR05 SRU silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Jan 2024
Mileage
104,762 mi
At MOT on 5 Jan 2023
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,746 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 SRU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
7 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
5 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 SRU was last recorded at 104,762 miles on 5 Jan 2023, 3,621 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,141 miles · 4 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
3,621 miles
Average per year
4,746 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 104,762 miles
  • 2022 – 101,141 miles
  • 2021 – 94,871 miles
  • 2020 – 91,679 miles
  • 2019 – 88,295 miles
  • 2018 – 85,227 miles
  • 2017 – 83,171 miles
  • 2016 – 81,614 miles
  • 2015 – 77,827 miles
  • 2014 – 73,565 miles
  • 2013 – 70,097 miles
  • 2012 – 66,003 miles
  • 2011 – 62,750 miles
  • 2010 – 60,042 miles
  • 2008 – 34,924 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,762 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FRONT FLEXI (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass104,762 miles (+3,621)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    104,762 miles
    Test number
    520475773125
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FRONT FLEXI (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Pass101,141 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    101,141 miles
    Test number
    430233573763

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail101,141 miles (+6,270)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,141 miles
    Test number
    880038976470
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  4. Pass94,871 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    94,871 miles
    Test number
    563522525643
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail94,871 miles (+3,192)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,871 miles
    Test number
    744465640635
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass91,679 miles (+3,384)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    91,679 miles
    Test number
    941674867422
    • AdvisoryO/s front brake hose cable tie in place

  7. Pass88,295 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    88,295 miles
    Test number
    118617609869
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail88,295 miles (+3,068)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,295 miles
    Test number
    864429060948
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass85,227 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    85,227 miles
    Test number
    429883996035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail85,227 miles (+2,056)4 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,227 miles
    Test number
    809472231004
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  11. Pass83,171 miles (+1,557)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    83,171 miles
    Test number
    891408841870
    • AdvisoryExhaust box slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTray fitted under vehicle

  12. Pass81,614 miles (+3,787)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    81,614 miles
    Test number
    463140458524
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Pass77,827 miles (+4,262)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    77,827 miles
    Test number
    138488565073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass73,565 miles (+3,468)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    73,565 miles
    Test number
    219943314086
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass70,097 miles (+4,094)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    70,097 miles
    Test number
    438622233098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass66,003 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    66,003 miles
    Test number
    357284752098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail66,003 miles (+3,253)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,003 miles
    Test number
    207811952043
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  18. Pass62,750 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    62,750 miles
    Test number
    125629951457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail62,750 miles (+2,708)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,750 miles
    Test number
    775829551007
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • 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)

  20. Pass60,042 miles (+25,118)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    60,042 miles
    Test number
    671277890025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail34,924 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,924 miles
    Test number
    364969908127
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  22. Pass34,924 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    34,924 miles
    Test number
    892829208163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 SRU

Does LR05 SRU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 SRU expired on 21 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 SRU?
The MOT on LR05 SRU expired on 21 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 SRU done?
LR05 SRU was recorded at 104,762 miles at its MOT on 5 Jan 2023, an average of 4,746 miles a year.
Has LR05 SRU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 SRU has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LR05 SRU 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 SRU find?
LR05 SRU passed its latest MOT on 5 Jan 2023 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi; front brake disc worn, but not excessively.

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