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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,198 cc

LR05 TWFMOT history

LR05 TWF is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Mar 2005. Its MOT expired on 29 Mar 2022 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 78,622 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2022.

LR05 TWF black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 29 Mar 2022
Mileage
78,622 mi
At MOT on 30 Mar 2022
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,963 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 TWF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
31 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Mar 2022
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR05 TWF was last recorded at 78,622 miles on 30 Mar 2022, 1,647 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,975 miles · 26 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
1,647 miles
Average per year
3,963 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 78,622 miles
  • 2021 – 76,975 miles
  • 2020 – 76,143 miles
  • 2019 – 73,426 miles
  • 2018 – 70,799 miles
  • 2017 – 64,820 miles
  • 2016 – 60,572 miles
  • 2015 – 56,602 miles
  • 2014 – 51,503 miles
  • 2013 – 46,893 miles
  • 2012 – 41,826 miles
  • 2011 – 38,513 miles
  • 2009 – 29,684 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail78,622 miles
  • MajorBrake disc significantly and obviously worn both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 0mm inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 0mm inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear exhaust box outer casing corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

17 tests since 23 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail78,622 miles (+1,647)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,622 miles
    Test number
    383752883056
    • MajorBrake disc significantly and obviously worn both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded

  2. Pass76,975 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    76,975 miles
    Test number
    208103946285
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Fail76,975 miles (+832)2 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,975 miles
    Test number
    103464018908
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Pass76,143 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    76,143 miles
    Test number
    316487833399
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 0mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 0mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer casing corroded

  5. Fail76,142 miles (+2,716)2 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,142 miles
    Test number
    791590588330
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 0mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 0mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer casing corroded

  6. Pass73,426 miles (+2,627)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    73,426 miles
    Test number
    713036336220
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose outer skin (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass70,799 miles (+5,979)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    70,799 miles
    Test number
    774703569581
    • AdvisoryNearside & Offside rear tyres worn
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre inner sidewall spilt
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box rusty

  8. Pass64,820 miles (+64)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    64,820 miles
    Test number
    197946726476
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing uneven and low inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroding

  9. Fail64,756 miles (+4,184)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,756 miles
    Test number
    862369322502
    • 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)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing uneven and low inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroding

  10. Pass60,572 miles (+3,970)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    60,572 miles
    Test number
    289484141382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass56,602 miles (+5,099)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    56,602 miles
    Test number
    717891335053
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront tyres wearing low

  12. Pass51,503 miles (+4,610)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    51,503 miles
    Test number
    967803624038
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass46,893 miles (+5,067)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    46,893 miles
    Test number
    108368723453
    • NoteChild seat fitted

  14. Pass41,826 miles (+78)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    41,826 miles
    Test number
    125110022051
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing low and uneven and slight perishing
    • NoteFront brakes worn low
    • NoteSigns off oil leak to o/s off vehicle including on front floor pan
    • NoteSlight damp around brake servo

  15. Fail41,748 miles (+3,235)3 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,748 miles
    Test number
    968462412026
    • FailureFront constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureSuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing low and uneven and slight perishing
    • NoteFront brakes worn low
    • NoteSigns off oil leak to o/s off vehicle including on front floor pan
    • NoteSlight damp around brake servo

  16. Pass38,513 miles (+8,829)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    38,513 miles
    Test number
    108781731082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass29,684 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    29,684 miles
    Test number
    483107929311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 TWF

Does LR05 TWF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 TWF expired on 29 Mar 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 TWF?
The MOT on LR05 TWF expired on 29 Mar 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 TWF done?
LR05 TWF was recorded at 78,622 miles at its MOT on 30 Mar 2022, an average of 3,963 miles a year.
Has LR05 TWF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 TWF has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LR05 TWF 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 TWF find?
LR05 TWF failed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2022 with 5 major defects, 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: brake disc significantly and obviously worn both front; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; nearside headlamp aim too far to the left, and 5 more.

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