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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,390 cc

LR05 TXMMOT history

LR05 TXM is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 15 Apr 2005. Its MOT expired on 6 Oct 2024 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 83,193 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2025.

LR05 TXM silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 6 Oct 2024
Mileage
83,193 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2025
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,919 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 TXM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
15 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR05 TXM was last recorded at 83,193 miles on 13 Jan 2025, 3,124 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,069 miles · 26 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
3,124 miles
Average per year
3,919 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 83,193 miles
  • 2023 – 80,069 miles
  • 2022 – 78,930 miles
  • 2021 – 77,810 miles
  • 2020 – 75,506 miles
  • 2019 – 72,021 miles
  • 2018 – 69,023 miles
  • 2017 – 64,496 miles
  • 2016 – 60,815 miles
  • 2015 – 56,224 miles
  • 2014 – 51,397 miles
  • 2013 – 46,922 miles
  • 2012 – 42,326 miles
  • 2011 – 36,274 miles
  • 2010 – 30,007 miles
  • 2009 – 24,950 miles
  • 2008 – 17,655 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail83,193 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

23 tests since 24 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail83,193 miles (+3,124)2 dangerous8 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,193 miles
    Test number
    713697097371
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass80,069 miles (+1,139)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    80,069 miles
    Test number
    808501351548
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Pass78,930 miles (+1,120)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    78,930 miles
    Test number
    171413204652
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle and spring seats have light corrosion

  4. Pass77,810 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    77,810 miles
    Test number
    483999402273
    • AdvisoryPasted repairs on front pipe
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail77,810 miles (+2,304)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,810 miles
    Test number
    777799808055
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPasted repairs on front pipe
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass75,506 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    75,506 miles
    Test number
    636374149128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail75,506 miles (+3,485)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,506 miles
    Test number
    360083219608
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre joining sleeve (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass72,021 miles (+2,998)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    72,021 miles
    Test number
    569483471072
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe ferrules corroded
    • AdvisoryNsf tyre outer edge worn

  9. Pass69,023 miles (+4,527)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    69,023 miles
    Test number
    551479212099
    • AdvisoryUnderside masked by plastic covers

  10. Pass64,496 miles (+3,681)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    64,496 miles
    Test number
    583470841606
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  11. Pass60,815 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    60,815 miles
    Test number
    341739468960
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases heavily corroded (7.1.2)

  12. Fail60,815 miles (+4,591)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,815 miles
    Test number
    613785087687
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases heavily corroded (7.1.2)

  13. Pass56,224 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    56,224 miles
    Test number
    829304105147
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail56,224 miles (+4,827)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,224 miles
    Test number
    819288895002
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass51,397 miles (+4,475)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    51,397 miles
    Test number
    358712514152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass46,922 miles (+4,596)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    46,922 miles
    Test number
    269884513404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail42,326 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,326 miles
    Test number
    139105512104
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass42,326 miles (+6,052)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    42,326 miles
    Test number
    865965012110
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass36,274 miles (+6,267)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    36,274 miles
    Test number
    916990311104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass30,007 miles (+5,057)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    30,007 miles
    Test number
    861232510176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteWipers beginning to smear

  21. Fail24,950 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,950 miles
    Test number
    244938419466
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  22. Pass24,950 miles (+7,295)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    24,950 miles
    Test number
    840118219109
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  23. Pass17,655 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    17,655 miles
    Test number
    983855118130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 TXM

Does LR05 TXM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 TXM expired on 6 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 TXM?
The MOT on LR05 TXM expired on 6 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 TXM done?
LR05 TXM was recorded at 83,193 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2025, an average of 3,919 miles a year.
Has LR05 TXM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 TXM has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LR05 TXM 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 TXM find?
LR05 TXM failed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2025 with 2 dangerous defects, 8 major defects and 4 advisories: nearside rear brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail; offside rear brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits, and 11 more.

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