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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

LR05 WRCMOT history

LR05 WRC is a black diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 25 Apr 2005. Its MOT expired on 16 Mar 2026 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 167,229 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2025.

LR05 WRC black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 16 Mar 2026
Mileage
167,229 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2025
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,007 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 WRC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
25 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 WRC was last recorded at 167,229 miles on 13 Mar 2025, 12,696 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,533 miles · 13 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
12,696 miles
Average per year
7,007 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 167,229 miles
  • 2024 – 154,533 miles
  • 2023 – 141,685 miles
  • 2022 – 130,690 miles
  • 2021 – 120,833 miles
  • 2020 – 115,191 miles
  • 2019 – 106,878 miles
  • 2018 – 100,516 miles
  • 2017 – 95,670 miles
  • 2016 – 94,452 miles
  • 2015 – 93,147 miles
  • 2014 – 90,477 miles
  • 2013 – 88,939 miles
  • 2012 – 87,874 miles
  • 2011 – 84,104 miles
  • 2010 – 79,189 miles
  • 2009 – 74,801 miles
  • 2008 – 48,369 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,229 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear sill and middle sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass167,229 miles (+12,696)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    167,229 miles
    Test number
    424122112559
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear sill and middle sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass154,533 miles (+12,848)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    154,533 miles
    Test number
    515864953682
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass141,685 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    141,685 miles
    Test number
    685698837088
    • AdvisoryMIL lamp illuminated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail141,685 miles (+10,995)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,685 miles
    Test number
    779361418895
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryMIL lamp illuminated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass130,690 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    130,690 miles
    Test number
    750952627090
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail130,690 miles (+9,857)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,690 miles
    Test number
    659533206968
    • Repaired at testFront Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass120,833 miles (+5,642)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    120,833 miles
    Test number
    286230655964
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass115,191 miles (+8,313)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2021
    Odometer
    115,191 miles
    Test number
    340102031174
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass106,878 miles (+6,362)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    106,878 miles
    Test number
    627555267359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass100,516 miles (+4,846)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    100,516 miles
    Test number
    639773105410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass95,670 miles (+1,218)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    95,670 miles
    Test number
    135660769690
    • AdvisoryManufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass94,452 miles (+1,305)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    94,452 miles
    Test number
    123542058772

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass93,147 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    93,147 miles
    Test number
    192270538337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail93,146 miles (+2,669)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,146 miles
    Test number
    792237249528
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 45% (3.7.B.5b)

  15. Pass90,477 miles (+1,538)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    90,477 miles
    Test number
    795816164267
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass88,939 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    88,939 miles
    Test number
    509416973299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail88,939 miles (+1,065)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,939 miles
    Test number
    928666573280
    • Repaired at testOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  18. Pass87,874 miles (+3,770)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    87,874 miles
    Test number
    299524362213
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass84,104 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    84,104 miles
    Test number
    927011171261
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

  20. Fail84,104 miles (+4,915)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,104 miles
    Test number
    438401771212
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

  21. Fail79,189 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,189 miles
    Test number
    431524180253
    • Repaired at testCentre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass79,189 miles (+4,388)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    79,189 miles
    Test number
    982164580285
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass74,801 miles (+6,344)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    74,801 miles
    Test number
    911623789291
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass68,457 miles (+20,088)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2010
    Odometer
    68,457 miles
    Test number
    900327729166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass48,369 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    48,369 miles
    Test number
    712536888086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 WRC

Does LR05 WRC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 WRC expired on 16 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 WRC?
The MOT on LR05 WRC expired on 16 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 WRC done?
LR05 WRC was recorded at 167,229 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2025, an average of 7,007 miles a year.
Has LR05 WRC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 WRC has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LR05 WRC 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 WRC find?
LR05 WRC passed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2025 with 3 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play; offside front brake pad(s) wearing thin; offside vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear sill and middle sill.

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