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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,400 cc

LR55 ENEMOT history

LR55 ENE is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 6 Oct 2005. Its MOT is valid until 22 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 71,383 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Feb 2026.

LR55 ENE black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Feb 2027
Mileage
71,383 mi
At MOT on 13 Feb 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,363 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 ENE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
6 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 ENE was last recorded at 71,383 miles on 13 Feb 2026, 9,843 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
61,540 miles · 31 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
9,843 miles
Average per year
3,363 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,383 miles
  • 2025 – 61,540 miles
  • 2024 – 54,912 miles
  • 2022 – 53,845 miles
  • 2021 – 53,122 miles
  • 2020 – 51,422 miles
  • 2019 – 49,562 miles
  • 2018 – 47,297 miles
  • 2017 – 44,590 miles
  • 2016 – 41,295 miles
  • 2015 – 38,050 miles
  • 2014 – 36,069 miles
  • 2013 – 34,683 miles
  • 2012 – 32,174 miles
  • 2011 – 27,669 miles
  • 2010 – 22,966 miles
  • 2009 – 17,227 miles
  • 2008 – 12,120 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,383 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Headlamp aim too high

    Major2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken

    Major2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Long travel on hand brake lever

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 30 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,383 miles (+9,843)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    71,383 miles
    Test number
    464587337667
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Pass61,540 miles (+6,628)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    61,540 miles
    Test number
    409326453152
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass54,912 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    54,912 miles
    Test number
    463415771806

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail54,910 miles (+1)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,910 miles
    Test number
    445752426995
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  5. Fail54,909 miles (+12)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,909 miles
    Test number
    236938660605
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  6. Fail54,897 miles (+1,052)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,897 miles
    Test number
    819446230564
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSteering system excessively rough (2.1.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre slight cracking / perishing on outer edge, Nearside Rear
  7. Pass53,845 miles (+723)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    53,845 miles
    Test number
    537718342437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass53,122 miles (+1,700)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    53,122 miles
    Test number
    526805410401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass51,422 miles (+1,860)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    51,422 miles
    Test number
    227632096641
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside & offside (4.1.4 (b))
  10. Pass49,562 miles (+2,265)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    49,562 miles
    Test number
    924084627686
    • 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))
  11. Pass47,297 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    47,297 miles
    Test number
    408594878412
    • AdvisoryLong travel on hand brake lever
  12. Fail47,292 miles (+2,702)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,292 miles
    Test number
    376269307234
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryLong travel on hand brake lever
  13. Pass44,590 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    44,590 miles
    Test number
    263614812339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail44,585 miles (+3,290)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,585 miles
    Test number
    975874016142
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • 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 suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • 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)
    • FailureRear Direction indicator incorrect colour nearside & offside (1.4.A.2f)
  15. Pass41,295 miles (+3,245)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    41,295 miles
    Test number
    700686673302
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush inner bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside & offside (1.4.A.2f)
  16. Pass38,050 miles (+1,981)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    38,050 miles
    Test number
    515865214845
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  17. Pass36,069 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    36,069 miles
    Test number
    667101664232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail36,069 miles (+1,386)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,069 miles
    Test number
    395531864491
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre sidewall crack
  19. Pass34,683 miles (+2,509)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    34,683 miles
    Test number
    877637573292
    • NoteNearside rear tyre sidewall crack
  20. Pass32,174 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    32,174 miles
    Test number
    647523162277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail32,174 miles (+4,505)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,174 miles
    Test number
    408873762241
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  22. Pass27,669 miles (+43)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    27,669 miles
    Test number
    589479961228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail27,626 miles (+4,660)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,626 miles
    Test number
    286535961283
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
  24. Pass22,966 miles (+5,739)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    22,966 miles
    Test number
    512883670284
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  25. Pass17,227 miles (+5,107)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    17,227 miles
    Test number
    922010969224
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
  26. Pass12,120 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    12,120 miles
    Test number
    853952188168
    • NoteBOTH FRONT TYRES 2MM

Questions about LR55 ENE

Does LR55 ENE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 ENE is valid until 22 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR55 ENE?
The MOT on LR55 ENE is valid until 22 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR55 ENE done?
LR55 ENE was recorded at 71,383 miles at its MOT on 13 Feb 2026, an average of 3,363 miles a year.
Has LR55 ENE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 ENE has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LR55 ENE 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 ENE find?
LR55 ENE passed its latest MOT on 13 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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