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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,198 cc

LR55 VVTMOT history

LR55 VVT is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 26 Oct 2005. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 138,097 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jun 2026.

LR55 VVT blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jul 2027
Mileage
138,097 mi
At MOT on 29 Jun 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,599 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 VVT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
26 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 VVT was last recorded at 138,097 miles on 29 Jun 2026, 3,920 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,177 miles · 10 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,920 miles
Average per year
5,599 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,097 miles
  • 2025 – 134,177 miles
  • 2024 – 130,309 miles
  • 2023 – 125,036 miles
  • 2022 – 117,391 miles
  • 2021 – 111,091 miles
  • 2020 – 105,177 miles
  • 2019 – 99,684 miles
  • 2018 – 91,634 miles
  • 2017 – 89,304 miles
  • 2016 – 82,421 miles
  • 2015 – 70,219 miles
  • 2014 – 68,857 miles
  • 2013 – 67,463 miles
  • 2012 – 57,920 miles
  • 2011 – 57,154 miles
  • 2010 – 52,937 miles
  • 2009 – 46,092 miles
  • 2008 – 39,338 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,097 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to all rear suspension

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass138,097 miles (+3,920)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    138,097 miles
    Test number
    314161073316
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to all rear suspension

  2. Pass134,177 miles (+3,868)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    134,177 miles
    Test number
    700182471491
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front and rear suspension
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  3. Pass130,309 miles (+5,273)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    130,309 miles
    Test number
    140471661570
    • AdvisoryHand brake high

  4. Pass125,036 miles (+7,645)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    125,036 miles
    Test number
    639461970801
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to all front and rear suspension

  5. Pass117,391 miles (+6,300)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    117,391 miles
    Test number
    353619211351
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to front and rear suspension

  6. Pass111,091 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    111,091 miles
    Test number
    267997109860
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral light corrosion to front and rear suspension

  7. Fail111,091 miles (+5,914)2 repaired2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,091 miles
    Test number
    102647235387
    • Repaired at testSide repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral light corrosion to front and rear suspension

  8. Pass105,177 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    105,177 miles
    Test number
    708222433168
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass105,171 miles (+5,487)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    105,171 miles
    Test number
    363765659486
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass99,684 miles (+8,050)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    99,684 miles
    Test number
    573609269995
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  11. Pass91,634 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    91,634 miles
    Test number
    332466111960

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail91,634 miles (+2,330)1 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,634 miles
    Test number
    309009614426
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass89,304 miles (+6,883)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    89,304 miles
    Test number
    920245796682
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake binding
    • AdvisoryWipers smearing

  14. Pass82,421 miles (+12,202)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    82,421 miles
    Test number
    311193048886

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass70,219 miles (+195)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    70,219 miles
    Test number
    983687397358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass70,024 miles (+1,167)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    70,024 miles
    Test number
    208051175098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass68,857 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    68,857 miles
    Test number
    478598344004
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteFront suspension bushes fitted incorrectly, o/s and n/s lower,rearmost.

  18. Fail68,857 miles (+1,394)1 dangerous2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,857 miles
    Test number
    159928644077
    • DangerousBrake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureBrake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteFront suspension bushes fitted incorrectly, o/s and n/s lower,rearmost.

  19. Pass67,463 miles (+9,543)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    67,463 miles
    Test number
    998111263017
    • NoteCoolant leak

  20. Pass57,920 miles (+2)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    57,920 miles
    Test number
    177351942452
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine oil leaking

  21. Fail57,918 miles (+764)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,918 miles
    Test number
    246159432060
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine oil leaking

  22. Pass57,154 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    57,154 miles
    Test number
    235377191222
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  23. Fail57,154 miles (+4,217)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,154 miles
    Test number
    485637791206
    • FailureNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  24. Pass52,937 miles (+6,845)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    52,937 miles
    Test number
    203694110343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass46,092 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    46,092 miles
    Test number
    440786099209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail46,092 miles (+6,754)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,092 miles
    Test number
    534166599233
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  27. Pass39,338 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    39,338 miles
    Test number
    913702618333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 VVT

Does LR55 VVT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 VVT is valid until 9 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR55 VVT?
The MOT on LR55 VVT is valid until 9 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 VVT done?
LR55 VVT was recorded at 138,097 miles at its MOT on 29 Jun 2026, an average of 5,599 miles a year.
Has LR55 VVT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 VVT has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on LR55 VVT 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 VVT find?
LR55 VVT passed its latest MOT on 29 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; general corrosion to all rear suspension.

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