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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

LS05 RXYMOT history

LS05 RXY is a blue diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 19 May 2005. Its MOT is valid until 19 Nov 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 78,024 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2026.

LS05 RXY blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Nov 2027
Mileage
78,024 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,160 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS05 RXY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
19 May 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS05 RXY was last recorded at 78,024 miles on 21 Oct 2026, 770 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,254 miles · 20 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
770 miles
Average per year
3,160 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,024 miles
  • 2025 – 77,254 miles
  • 2024 – 76,783 miles
  • 2023 – 76,092 miles
  • 2022 – 72,539 miles
  • 2021 – 71,261 miles
  • 2020 – 69,688 miles
  • 2019 – 67,111 miles
  • 2018 – 64,714 miles
  • 2017 – 61,975 miles
  • 2016 – 58,737 miles
  • 2015 – 55,297 miles
  • 2014 – 51,251 miles
  • 2013 – 46,711 miles
  • 2012 – 42,756 miles
  • 2011 – 37,330 miles
  • 2010 – 31,450 miles
  • 2009 – 24,662 miles
  • 2008 – 19,334 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,024 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (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 brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

24 tests since 26 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,024 miles (+770)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    78,024 miles
    Test number
    557130256086
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass77,254 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    77,254 miles
    Test number
    861564902629

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail77,254 miles (+471)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,254 miles
    Test number
    517782358532
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass76,783 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    76,783 miles
    Test number
    142035063725
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Fail76,783 miles (+691)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,783 miles
    Test number
    871062214061
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass76,092 miles (+3,553)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    76,092 miles
    Test number
    547129139885

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass72,539 miles (+1,278)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    72,539 miles
    Test number
    506084487633
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/45/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/45/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass71,261 miles (+1,573)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2022
    Odometer
    71,261 miles
    Test number
    104523233597
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass69,688 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2021
    Odometer
    69,688 miles
    Test number
    702047919795

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail69,688 miles (+2,577)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,688 miles
    Test number
    550315427732
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  11. Pass67,111 miles (+2,397)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2020
    Odometer
    67,111 miles
    Test number
    955366789127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass64,714 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    64,714 miles
    Test number
    397789550946

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail64,714 miles (+2,739)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,714 miles
    Test number
    340009525484
    • Repaired at testFront Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  14. Pass61,975 miles (+3,238)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    61,975 miles
    Test number
    140286177002
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both front outer edges (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass58,737 miles (+3,440)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2017
    Odometer
    58,737 miles
    Test number
    850513497202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass55,297 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    55,297 miles
    Test number
    936783235125
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail55,297 miles (+4,046)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,297 miles
    Test number
    575242435182
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteE.m.l.light on

  18. Pass51,251 miles (+4,540)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    51,251 miles
    Test number
    756723844152
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine warning light on

  19. Pass46,711 miles (+3,955)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    46,711 miles
    Test number
    478780943176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass42,756 miles (+5,426)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2013
    Odometer
    42,756 miles
    Test number
    185175122172
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges
    • NoteN/s/r tyre has a split in tread

  21. Pass37,330 miles (+5,880)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2012
    Odometer
    37,330 miles
    Test number
    726637031177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass31,450 miles (+6,788)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2011
    Odometer
    31,450 miles
    Test number
    900678040161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass24,662 miles (+5,328)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2010
    Odometer
    24,662 miles
    Test number
    823280759129
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  24. Pass19,334 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    19,334 miles
    Test number
    391616388061
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about LS05 RXY

Does LS05 RXY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS05 RXY is valid until 19 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS05 RXY?
The MOT on LS05 RXY is valid until 19 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS05 RXY done?
LS05 RXY was recorded at 78,024 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2026, an average of 3,160 miles a year.
Has LS05 RXY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS05 RXY has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LS05 RXY 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 LS05 RXY find?
LS05 RXY passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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