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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,400 cc

LR55 GVOMOT history

LR55 GVO is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 17 Oct 2005. Its MOT expired on 28 May 2025 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 146,167 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2024.

LR55 GVO blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 28 May 2025
Mileage
146,167 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2024
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,837 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 GVO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
17 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 May 2025
Latest MOT test
29 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 GVO was last recorded at 146,167 miles on 29 May 2024, 1,420 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,747 miles · 26 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
1,420 miles
Average per year
5,837 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 146,167 miles
  • 2023 – 134,936 miles
  • 2022 – 131,355 miles
  • 2021 – 131,355 miles
  • 2019 – 122,871 miles
  • 2018 – 115,915 miles
  • 2017 – 96,734 miles
  • 2013 – 91,442 miles
  • 2012 – 81,508 miles
  • 2011 – 73,544 miles
  • 2010 – 67,097 miles
  • 2009 – 62,720 miles
  • 2008 – 55,359 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,167 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

19 tests since 7 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,167 miles (+1,420)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2025
    Odometer
    146,167 miles
    Test number
    778217202905
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  2. Fail144,747 miles (+1,610)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,747 miles
    Test number
    111967150885
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working Both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both sides (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively Both sides (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Fail143,137 miles (+8,201)1 dangerous4 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,137 miles
    Test number
    929009916524
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm modified so the suspension is likely to foul other components bottom ball joint is a offside ball joint (5.3.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • 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 Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps dim and nearside not working (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light just passed (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm modified but not seriously weakened suspension arm rear mounting bush incorrectly fitted (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge just passed abnormal wear inner edge bald cords not exposed (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded corroded and not sat right at bottom (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm modified but not seriously weakened suspension arm rear mounting bush incorrectly fitted (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge just passed abnormal wear inner edge bald but cords not exposed (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine damp (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
  4. Pass134,936 miles (+3,581)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    134,936 miles
    Test number
    183102877195
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexible coupling (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass131,355 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    131,355 miles
    Test number
    250528024002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail131,355 miles (+3,786)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,355 miles
    Test number
    322720243683
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass127,569 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    127,569 miles
    Test number
    250087118743
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Fail127,566 miles (+4,695)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,566 miles
    Test number
    808679448338
    • MajorNearside Front Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  9. Pass122,871 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    122,871 miles
    Test number
    874658185187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail122,871 miles (+6,956)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,871 miles
    Test number
    298969987366
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 44% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass115,915 miles (+19,181)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    115,915 miles
    Test number
    692324592770

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass96,734 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    96,734 miles
    Test number
    262002015147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail96,734 miles (+5,292)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,734 miles
    Test number
    373412584571
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking fuel filter (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear most (2.4.G.2)
  14. Pass91,442 miles (+9,934)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    91,442 miles
    Test number
    819461753390
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s/f wing slighlty damaged
  15. Pass81,508 miles (+7,964)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    81,508 miles
    Test number
    535795442303
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass73,544 miles (+6,447)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    73,544 miles
    Test number
    587996941370
    • NoteHandbrake travel slightly high
    • NoteSlight corrosion to rear exhaust
  17. Pass67,097 miles (+4,377)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    67,097 miles
    Test number
    422510940465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass62,720 miles (+7,361)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    62,720 miles
    Test number
    452189839342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass55,359 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    55,359 miles
    Test number
    794052918357
    • NoteBoth front sus wishbone rear bushes starting to split
    • NoteN/s/r shocker outer cover insecure

Questions about LR55 GVO

Does LR55 GVO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 GVO expired on 28 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 GVO?
The MOT on LR55 GVO expired on 28 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 GVO done?
LR55 GVO was recorded at 146,167 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2024, an average of 5,837 miles a year.
Has LR55 GVO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 GVO has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LR55 GVO 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 GVO find?
LR55 GVO passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2024 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn, and 3 more.

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