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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,400 cc

LR55 HFLMOT history

LR55 HFL is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Sept 2005. Its MOT expired on 23 Jul 2024 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 156,415 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2023.

LR55 HFL black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 23 Jul 2024
Mileage
156,415 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2023
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,400 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 HFL
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
30 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 HFL was last recorded at 156,415 miles on 24 Jul 2023, 10,916 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,499 miles · 30 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
10,916 miles
Average per year
8,400 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 156,415 miles
  • 2022 – 145,499 miles
  • 2021 – 141,578 miles
  • 2020 – 135,708 miles
  • 2019 – 128,727 miles
  • 2018 – 119,723 miles
  • 2017 – 112,102 miles
  • 2016 – 106,392 miles
  • 2015 – 101,697 miles
  • 2014 – 96,038 miles
  • 2013 – 89,826 miles
  • 2012 – 86,506 miles
  • 2011 – 76,062 miles
  • 2010 – 64,318 miles
  • 2009 – 38,003 miles
  • 2008 – 32,163 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,415 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (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.

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass156,415 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    156,415 miles
    Test number
    778524669899
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Fail156,415 miles (+10,916)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,415 miles
    Test number
    477778960931
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Pass145,499 miles (+3,921)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    145,499 miles
    Test number
    479865286351
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (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))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  4. Pass141,578 miles (+5,870)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    141,578 miles
    Test number
    465398081310
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass135,708 miles (+59)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    135,708 miles
    Test number
    922538103858
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail135,649 miles (+6,922)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,649 miles
    Test number
    931380549079
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass128,727 miles (+9,004)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    128,727 miles
    Test number
    660687630684

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass119,723 miles (+7,621)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    119,723 miles
    Test number
    173111267092
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlamp lens condition
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp lens condition

  9. Pass112,102 miles (+5,710)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    112,102 miles
    Test number
    899472550926
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on complete exhaust

  10. Pass106,392 miles (+4,695)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    106,392 miles
    Test number
    798691164159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass101,697 miles (+5,659)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    101,697 miles
    Test number
    258776122060
    • AdvisoryApprox 6,000 miles left on front brake discs and pads.
    • AdvisoryOffside rear light cluster has water in it.
    • AdvisoryRear silencer outer skin corroded.
    • AdvisorySlight leak from downpipe section of exhaust.
    • AdvisorySuspect coolant leak from water pump.

  12. Pass96,038 miles (+64)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    96,038 miles
    Test number
    526951624202
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail95,974 miles (+6,148)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,974 miles
    Test number
    706817714227
    • 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 constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass89,826 miles (+3,320)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    89,826 miles
    Test number
    376661733440
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteRear back exhaust box slightly deteriorated

  15. Pass86,506 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    86,506 miles
    Test number
    455175472222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail86,506 miles (+10,444)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,506 miles
    Test number
    359665072414
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  17. Pass76,062 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    76,062 miles
    Test number
    175661071239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail76,062 miles (+11,744)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,062 miles
    Test number
    316901271495
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Pass64,318 miles (+26,315)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    64,318 miles
    Test number
    360402770423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass38,003 miles (+5,840)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    38,003 miles
    Test number
    384577289009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,163 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    32,163 miles
    Test number
    743531088289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 HFL

Does LR55 HFL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 HFL expired on 23 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 HFL?
The MOT on LR55 HFL expired on 23 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 HFL done?
LR55 HFL was recorded at 156,415 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2023, an average of 8,400 miles a year.
Has LR55 HFL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 HFL has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LR55 HFL 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 HFL find?
LR55 HFL passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2023 with 1 advisory: front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output.

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