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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,198 cc

LR55 AZUMOT history

LR55 AZU is a black diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 21 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 24 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 101,578 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2026.

LR55 AZU black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Sept 2027
Mileage
101,578 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2026
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,766 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 AZU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
21 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 AZU was last recorded at 101,578 miles on 21 Sept 2026, 3,683 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
97,895 miles · 17 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
3,683 miles
Average per year
4,766 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,578 miles
  • 2025 – 97,895 miles
  • 2024 – 95,863 miles
  • 2023 – 90,893 miles
  • 2022 – 87,719 miles
  • 2021 – 84,793 miles
  • 2019 – 79,825 miles
  • 2018 – 75,746 miles
  • 2017 – 71,450 miles
  • 2016 – 66,554 miles
  • 2014 – 57,750 miles
  • 2013 – 51,448 miles
  • 2011 – 41,285 miles
  • 2010 – 35,624 miles
  • 2009 – 23,543 miles
  • 2008 – 14,378 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,578 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

18 tests since 4 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,578 miles (+3,683)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    101,578 miles
    Test number
    701526064676

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass97,895 miles (+2,032)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    97,895 miles
    Test number
    713774556232
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass95,863 miles (+4,970)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    95,863 miles
    Test number
    928496139081
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Pass90,893 miles (+3,174)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    90,893 miles
    Test number
    491344292055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass87,719 miles (+2,926)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    87,719 miles
    Test number
    784283322713
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  6. Pass84,793 miles (+4,968)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    84,793 miles
    Test number
    676031853544
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  7. Pass79,825 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    79,825 miles
    Test number
    325659529808
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing age cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Fail79,824 miles (+4,078)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,824 miles
    Test number
    430918393365
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing age cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass75,746 miles (+4,296)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    75,746 miles
    Test number
    538987311089
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged slightly on near side
  10. Pass71,450 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    71,450 miles
    Test number
    513971662730
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
  11. Fail71,444 miles (+4,890)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,444 miles
    Test number
    478334955286
    • FailureFront Body has a sharp edge caused by damage bumper (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
  12. Pass66,554 miles (+8,804)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    66,554 miles
    Test number
    851996666176
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged
  13. Pass57,750 miles (+6,302)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    57,750 miles
    Test number
    236746064286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass51,448 miles (+10,163)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    51,448 miles
    Test number
    445386043205
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside front tyre is worn on the outside edge
  15. Pass41,285 miles (+5,661)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    41,285 miles
    Test number
    435216741272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass35,624 miles (+12,081)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    35,624 miles
    Test number
    591557630247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass23,543 miles (+9,165)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    23,543 miles
    Test number
    961720799125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass14,378 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    14,378 miles
    Test number
    501616858132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 AZU

Does LR55 AZU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 AZU is valid until 24 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR55 AZU?
The MOT on LR55 AZU is valid until 24 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR55 AZU done?
LR55 AZU was recorded at 101,578 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2026, an average of 4,766 miles a year.
Has LR55 AZU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 AZU has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2019.
Has the mileage on LR55 AZU 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 LR55 AZU find?
LR55 AZU passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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