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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,198 cc

LR05 WROMOT history

LR05 WRO is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 19 Apr 2005. Its MOT expired on 22 Jun 2026 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 79,077 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jun 2025.

LR05 WRO black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 22 Jun 2026
Mileage
79,077 mi
At MOT on 23 Jun 2025
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,000 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 WRO
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
19 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 WRO was last recorded at 79,077 miles on 23 Jun 2025, 4,363 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,714 miles · 11 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
4,363 miles
Average per year
4,000 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 79,077 miles
  • 2024 – 74,714 miles
  • 2023 – 70,490 miles
  • 2022 – 67,296 miles
  • 2020 – 62,228 miles
  • 2019 – 57,247 miles
  • 2018 – 54,705 miles
  • 2017 – 49,201 miles
  • 2016 – 42,560 miles
  • 2015 – 41,183 miles
  • 2014 – 40,894 miles
  • 2013 – 38,548 miles
  • 2012 – 34,463 miles
  • 2011 – 27,550 miles
  • 2010 – 22,821 miles
  • 2009 – 14,663 miles
  • 2008 – 10,336 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,077 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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.

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 16 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,077 miles (+4,363)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    79,077 miles
    Test number
    446170225906
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Pass74,714 miles (+4,224)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    74,714 miles
    Test number
    538061061509
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Pass70,490 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    70,490 miles
    Test number
    893599577347
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Fail70,489 miles (+3,193)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,489 miles
    Test number
    540798553286
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass67,296 miles (+5,068)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    67,296 miles
    Test number
    663435226995
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  6. Pass62,228 miles (+4,981)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    62,228 miles
    Test number
    187116719724

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass57,247 miles (+2,542)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    57,247 miles
    Test number
    125746106044
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arms rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres wearing on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak from radiator
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp switch faulty when "flashing" but works fine for illuminating main beam when turned on fully

  8. Pass54,705 miles (+5,504)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    54,705 miles
    Test number
    706114481789
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass49,201 miles (+6,641)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    49,201 miles
    Test number
    781472734962

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass42,560 miles (+1,377)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    42,560 miles
    Test number
    253382005118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass41,183 miles (+289)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    41,183 miles
    Test number
    827459755181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass40,894 miles (+2,346)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    40,894 miles
    Test number
    285048244469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass38,548 miles (+4,085)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    38,548 miles
    Test number
    385781163109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass34,463 miles (+6,913)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2013
    Odometer
    34,463 miles
    Test number
    899272032136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass27,550 miles (+4,729)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    27,550 miles
    Test number
    988073431120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass22,821 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    22,821 miles
    Test number
    951169440223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail22,773 miles (+8,110)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,773 miles
    Test number
    530876040261
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass14,663 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    14,663 miles
    Test number
    380946309174
    • NoteNearside rear under tray is broken

  19. Fail14,663 miles (+4,327)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,663 miles
    Test number
    794026809191
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNearside rear under tray is broken

  20. Pass10,336 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    10,336 miles
    Test number
    481827508160
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about LR05 WRO

Does LR05 WRO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 WRO expired on 22 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 WRO?
The MOT on LR05 WRO expired on 22 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 WRO done?
LR05 WRO was recorded at 79,077 miles at its MOT on 23 Jun 2025, an average of 4,000 miles a year.
Has LR05 WRO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 WRO has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LR05 WRO 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 WRO find?
LR05 WRO passed its latest MOT on 23 Jun 2025 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 4 more.

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