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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,390 cc

LR05 WCGMOT history

LR05 WCG is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 21 Apr 2005. Its MOT is valid until 4 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 93,684 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2026.

LR05 WCG blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Sept 2027
Mileage
93,684 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,912 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 WCG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
21 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 WCG was last recorded at 93,684 miles on 2 Sept 2026, 3,165 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,519 miles · 5 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
3,165 miles
Average per year
3,912 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,684 miles
  • 2025 – 90,519 miles
  • 2024 – 90,085 miles
  • 2023 – 86,625 miles
  • 2022 – 82,268 miles
  • 2021 – 79,665 miles
  • 2020 – 78,442 miles
  • 2019 – 74,773 miles
  • 2018 – 73,047 miles
  • 2017 – 71,332 miles
  • 2016 – 69,207 miles
  • 2015 – 63,716 miles
  • 2014 – 60,100 miles
  • 2013 – 54,709 miles
  • 2012 – 48,388 miles
  • 2011 – 42,809 miles
  • 2010 – 36,859 miles
  • 2009 – 29,486 miles
  • 2008 – 21,694 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,684 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test multipul items hanging from mirror
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear exhaust rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 7 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,684 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    93,684 miles
    Test number
    514431333751
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test multipul items hanging from mirror
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail93,684 miles (+3,165)3 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,684 miles
    Test number
    827497610068
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 185 60 14 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test multipul items hanging from mirror
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass90,519 miles (+434)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    90,519 miles
    Test number
    549708284656
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view centre (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass90,085 miles (+3,460)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    90,085 miles
    Test number
    902951477253
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass86,625 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    86,625 miles
    Test number
    833004297101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail86,620 miles (+4,352)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,620 miles
    Test number
    669512284513
    • MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass82,268 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    82,268 miles
    Test number
    199269706692
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rusty

  8. Fail82,261 miles (+2,596)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,261 miles
    Test number
    289600939619
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rusty

  9. Pass79,665 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    79,665 miles
    Test number
    755997830856
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  10. Fail79,663 miles (+1,221)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,663 miles
    Test number
    519262232631
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  11. Pass78,442 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    78,442 miles
    Test number
    466497747721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail78,440 miles (+3,667)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,440 miles
    Test number
    198650826470
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass74,773 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    74,773 miles
    Test number
    239832040186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail74,771 miles (+1,724)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,771 miles
    Test number
    794401080803
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible delaminated (0.1 (b))

  15. Pass73,047 miles (+1,715)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    73,047 miles
    Test number
    391064634961

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass71,332 miles (+2,125)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    71,332 miles
    Test number
    597136890008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass69,207 miles (+5,491)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    69,207 miles
    Test number
    557395299716

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass63,716 miles (+3,616)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    63,716 miles
    Test number
    108355805133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass60,100 miles (+5,391)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    60,100 miles
    Test number
    975100594057
    • 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)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  20. Pass54,709 miles (+6,321)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    54,709 miles
    Test number
    589494483073
    • NoteConsole bushes split

  21. Pass48,388 miles (+5,579)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    48,388 miles
    Test number
    685892582094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass42,809 miles (+5,950)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    42,809 miles
    Test number
    245824581036
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • NoteAdvise off side rear upper side light bulb not working.

  23. Pass36,859 miles (+7,373)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    36,859 miles
    Test number
    252321480085
    • NoteAdvise offside front tyre worn on outer edge and nearside front tyre worn on inner and outer edges

  24. Pass29,486 miles (+7,792)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    29,486 miles
    Test number
    903437599030
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  25. Pass21,694 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    21,694 miles
    Test number
    152519698448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail21,694 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,694 miles
    Test number
    703588098088
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Questions about LR05 WCG

Does LR05 WCG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR05 WCG is valid until 4 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR05 WCG?
The MOT on LR05 WCG is valid until 4 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR05 WCG done?
LR05 WCG was recorded at 93,684 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2026, an average of 3,912 miles a year.
Has LR05 WCG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 WCG has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LR05 WCG 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 WCG find?
LR05 WCG passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; central front items removed from driver's view prior to test multipul items hanging from mirror; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 5 more.

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