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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,400 cc

LR55 VNPMOT history

LR55 VNP is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 21 Oct 2005. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 68,285 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jul 2026.

LR55 VNP silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jul 2027
Mileage
68,285 mi
At MOT on 18 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,571 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 VNP
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
21 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 VNP was last recorded at 68,285 miles on 18 Jul 2026, 1,350 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,935 miles · 18 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,350 miles
Average per year
2,571 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 68,285 miles
  • 2025 – 66,935 miles
  • 2024 – 65,681 miles
  • 2023 – 64,586 miles
  • 2022 – 64,023 miles
  • 2021 – 62,501 miles
  • 2020 – 61,256 miles
  • 2019 – 59,187 miles
  • 2017 – 53,678 miles
  • 2016 – 49,477 miles
  • 2014 – 41,436 miles
  • 2013 – 37,578 miles
  • 2012 – 34,804 miles
  • 2011 – 31,468 miles
  • 2010 – 29,250 miles
  • 2009 – 26,896 miles
  • 2008 – 23,092 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,285 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • 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 2025
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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 Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass68,285 miles (+1,350)5 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    68,285 miles
    Test number
    260554319281
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • 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))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (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 Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass66,935 miles (+1,254)5 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    66,935 miles
    Test number
    463882172160
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • 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))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (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 Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass65,681 miles (+1,095)4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    65,681 miles
    Test number
    428518254843
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Clip (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Clip (6.1.7 (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 Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass64,586 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    64,586 miles
    Test number
    107900835263
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail64,586 miles (+563)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,586 miles
    Test number
    701965540120
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass64,023 miles (+1,522)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    64,023 miles
    Test number
    562380120942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass62,501 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    62,501 miles
    Test number
    859121052296
    • 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))

  8. Fail62,501 miles (+1,245)4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,501 miles
    Test number
    815540359372
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  9. Pass61,256 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    61,256 miles
    Test number
    985461611669
    • 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))

  10. Fail61,256 miles (+2,069)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,256 miles
    Test number
    686710713841
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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. Pass59,187 miles (+5,509)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    59,187 miles
    Test number
    807804832415
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass53,678 miles (+4,201)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    53,678 miles
    Test number
    298412987796

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass49,477 miles (+8,041)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    49,477 miles
    Test number
    184847421122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass41,436 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    41,436 miles
    Test number
    625896204084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail41,431 miles (+3,853)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,431 miles
    Test number
    256783604094
    • FailureNearside Inner Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on inner shoulder.

  16. Pass37,578 miles (+2,774)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    37,578 miles
    Test number
    806454203077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail34,804 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,804 miles
    Test number
    329415592048
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Pass34,804 miles (+3,336)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    34,804 miles
    Test number
    985275392002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass31,468 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    31,468 miles
    Test number
    147367791009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail31,468 miles (+2,218)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,468 miles
    Test number
    396217591069
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass29,250 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    29,250 miles
    Test number
    770444860215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail29,231 miles (+2,335)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,231 miles
    Test number
    402413260239
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  23. Pass26,896 miles (+3,804)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    26,896 miles
    Test number
    270433359330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail23,092 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,092 miles
    Test number
    630993858375
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  25. Pass23,092 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    23,092 miles
    Test number
    874433558313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 VNP

Does LR55 VNP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 VNP is valid until 23 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR55 VNP?
The MOT on LR55 VNP is valid until 23 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR55 VNP done?
LR55 VNP was recorded at 68,285 miles at its MOT on 18 Jul 2026, an average of 2,571 miles a year.
Has LR55 VNP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 VNP has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LR55 VNP 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 VNP find?
LR55 VNP passed its latest MOT on 18 Jul 2026 with 5 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; 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, and 5 more.

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