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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,400 cc

LR55 YZMMOT history

LR55 YZM is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 9 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 6 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 52,906 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Nov 2025.

LR55 YZM silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Dec 2026
Mileage
52,906 mi
At MOT on 26 Nov 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,213 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 YZM
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
9 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 YZM was last recorded at 52,906 miles on 26 Nov 2025, 2,436 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,470 miles · 19 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,436 miles
Average per year
2,213 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 52,906 miles
  • 2024 – 50,470 miles
  • 2023 – 46,480 miles
  • 2022 – 41,536 miles
  • 2021 – 36,358 miles
  • 2020 – 29,987 miles
  • 2019 – 25,936 miles
  • 2018 – 25,612 miles
  • 2017 – 25,354 miles
  • 2016 – 24,880 miles
  • 2015 – 24,285 miles
  • 2014 – 23,054 miles
  • 2013 – 21,766 miles
  • 2012 – 20,298 miles
  • 2011 – 19,241 miles
  • 2010 – 18,096 miles
  • 2009 – 17,113 miles
  • 2008 – 15,553 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass52,906 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear. 185/60x14

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 9 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass52,906 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    52,906 miles
    Test number
    372784448061
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  2. Fail52,906 miles (+2,436)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,906 miles
    Test number
    210543893256
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  3. Pass50,470 miles (+3,990)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    50,470 miles
    Test number
    418671617614
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

  4. Pass46,480 miles (+97)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    46,480 miles
    Test number
    600473207999
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail46,383 miles (+4,847)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,383 miles
    Test number
    503448524131
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass41,536 miles (+64)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    41,536 miles
    Test number
    251181256548

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail41,472 miles (+5,114)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,472 miles
    Test number
    104267316017
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass36,358 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    36,358 miles
    Test number
    693860783734
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  9. Fail36,358 miles (+6,371)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,358 miles
    Test number
    183863072105
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  10. Pass29,987 miles (+47)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    29,987 miles
    Test number
    543881059290
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear. 185/60x14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail29,940 miles (+4,004)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,940 miles
    Test number
    953707449259
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear. 185/60x14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass25,936 miles (+324)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    25,936 miles
    Test number
    275047883307
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  13. Pass25,612 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    25,612 miles
    Test number
    935506869830

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail25,612 miles (+258)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,612 miles
    Test number
    334702131967
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass25,354 miles (+474)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    25,354 miles
    Test number
    910565969671

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass24,880 miles (+595)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    24,880 miles
    Test number
    279007019641

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass24,285 miles (+1,231)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    24,285 miles
    Test number
    345282349664
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre starting to perish in tread

  18. Pass23,054 miles (+1,288)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    23,054 miles
    Test number
    407638424484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass21,766 miles (+1,468)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    21,766 miles
    Test number
    626839923372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass20,298 miles (+1,057)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    20,298 miles
    Test number
    677601532342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass19,241 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    19,241 miles
    Test number
    558768011353
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  22. Fail19,241 miles (+1,145)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,241 miles
    Test number
    267088511301
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteFront tyres worn out on edges

  23. Fail18,096 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,096 miles
    Test number
    792029610312
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  24. Pass18,096 miles (+983)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    18,096 miles
    Test number
    913879710311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass17,113 miles (+1,560)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    17,113 miles
    Test number
    934513829370
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edge.
    • NoteHand brake lever travel high.

  26. Pass15,553 miles (+551)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    15,553 miles
    Test number
    131082738397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass15,002 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    15,002 miles
    Test number
    480873088224
    • NoteAdvise nearside lower front wishbone rear mounying a little spongyey on brake test monitor

  28. Fail15,002 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,002 miles
    Test number
    581123988292
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteAdvise nearside lower front wishbone rear mounying a little spongyey on brake test monitor

Questions about LR55 YZM

Does LR55 YZM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 YZM is valid until 6 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR55 YZM?
The MOT on LR55 YZM is valid until 6 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR55 YZM done?
LR55 YZM was recorded at 52,906 miles at its MOT on 26 Nov 2025, an average of 2,213 miles a year.
Has LR55 YZM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 YZM has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LR55 YZM 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 YZM find?
LR55 YZM passed its latest MOT on 26 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; nearside rear nail in tyre.

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