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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,400 cc

LR55 GUKMOT history

LR55 GUK is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 12 Oct 2005. Its MOT expired on 6 Aug 2026 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 88,664 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2025.

LR55 GUK silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 6 Aug 2026
Mileage
88,664 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2025
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,429 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 GUK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
12 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 GUK was last recorded at 88,664 miles on 7 Aug 2025, 1,151 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,513 miles · 14 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
1,151 miles
Average per year
4,429 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 88,664 miles
  • 2023 – 87,513 miles
  • 2022 – 83,171 miles
  • 2021 – 80,338 miles
  • 2020 – 77,546 miles
  • 2019 – 75,011 miles
  • 2018 – 70,870 miles
  • 2017 – 69,340 miles
  • 2016 – 59,906 miles
  • 2015 – 52,712 miles
  • 2014 – 46,210 miles
  • 2012 – 40,383 miles
  • 2011 – 34,889 miles
  • 2010 – 24,756 miles
  • 2009 – 17,622 miles
  • 2008 – 13,456 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,664 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust Backbox Corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • 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 Headlamp lens slightly defective BOTH SIDES

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear EXHAUST BOX CORRODED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 14 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,664 miles (+1,151)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    88,664 miles
    Test number
    900578160051
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust Backbox Corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Pass87,513 miles (+4,342)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    87,513 miles
    Test number
    196912622455
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective BOTH SIDES (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH SIDES (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear EXHAUST BOX CORRODED
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass83,171 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    83,171 miles
    Test number
    981985244790
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  4. Fail83,171 miles (+2,833)2 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,171 miles
    Test number
    271347176965
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  5. Pass80,338 miles (+2,792)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    80,338 miles
    Test number
    916751398405
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower both lower suspension corroded
    • AdvisoryRear both rear tyres perished

  6. Pass77,546 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    77,546 miles
    Test number
    591193931874
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail77,546 miles (+2,535)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,546 miles
    Test number
    322103972481
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass75,011 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    75,011 miles
    Test number
    538963892322
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  9. Fail75,011 miles (+4,141)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,011 miles
    Test number
    114603502042
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  10. Pass70,870 miles (+1,530)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2019
    Odometer
    70,870 miles
    Test number
    282231582724

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass69,340 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    69,340 miles
    Test number
    732890826597

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail69,340 miles (+9,434)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,340 miles
    Test number
    583326505902
    • Repaired at testRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  13. Pass59,906 miles (+7,194)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    59,906 miles
    Test number
    521934198486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass52,712 miles (+6,502)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    52,712 miles
    Test number
    809091175048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass46,210 miles (+5,827)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    46,210 miles
    Test number
    365823574009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass40,383 miles (+5,494)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    40,383 miles
    Test number
    586531362221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass34,889 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    34,889 miles
    Test number
    327576931494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail34,889 miles (+10,133)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,889 miles
    Test number
    466656431236
    • Repaired at testDirection indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass24,756 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    24,756 miles
    Test number
    232439020269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail24,756 miles (+7,134)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,756 miles
    Test number
    334909520285
    • Repaired at testDirection indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Pass17,622 miles (+4,166)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    17,622 miles
    Test number
    643906819208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass13,456 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    13,456 miles
    Test number
    253277128267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail13,456 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,456 miles
    Test number
    401367828241
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Questions about LR55 GUK

Does LR55 GUK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 GUK expired on 6 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 GUK?
The MOT on LR55 GUK expired on 6 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 GUK done?
LR55 GUK was recorded at 88,664 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2025, an average of 4,429 miles a year.
Has LR55 GUK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 GUK has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on LR55 GUK 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 GUK find?
LR55 GUK passed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2025 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; exhaust backbox corroded, and 6 more.

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