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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 1,198 cc

LS06 PHUMOT history

LS06 PHU is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 7 Jun 2006. Its MOT expired on 16 Oct 2026 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 80,859 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2025.

LS06 PHU silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 16 Oct 2026
Mileage
80,859 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2025
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,813 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS06 PHU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
7 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS06 PHU was last recorded at 80,859 miles on 17 Oct 2025, 398 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,461 miles · 20 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
398 miles
Average per year
3,813 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 80,859 miles
  • 2024 – 80,461 miles
  • 2023 – 79,804 miles
  • 2022 – 77,803 miles
  • 2021 – 75,735 miles
  • 2020 – 75,300 miles
  • 2019 – 74,340 miles
  • 2018 – 72,028 miles
  • 2017 – 67,390 miles
  • 2016 – 61,330 miles
  • 2015 – 53,464 miles
  • 2014 – 45,593 miles
  • 2013 – 36,720 miles
  • 2012 – 34,117 miles
  • 2011 – 27,801 miles
  • 2010 – 24,505 miles
  • 2009 – 19,073 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,859 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Sides (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box slightly corroded

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 4 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,859 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    80,859 miles
    Test number
    662085148358
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box slightly corroded

  2. Fail80,859 miles (+398)1 dangerous2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,859 miles
    Test number
    159679985164
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box slightly corroded

  3. Pass80,461 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    80,461 miles
    Test number
    106789393848
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler flap missing

  4. Fail80,461 miles (+657)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,461 miles
    Test number
    522179644578
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler flap missing

  5. Pass79,804 miles (+104)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    79,804 miles
    Test number
    574927499101
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Fail79,700 miles (+1,897)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,700 miles
    Test number
    480723940436
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Pass77,803 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    77,803 miles
    Test number
    774171085718
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryReverse light inop

  8. Fail77,803 miles (+2,068)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,803 miles
    Test number
    443756066470
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryReverse light inop

  9. Pass75,735 miles (+435)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    75,735 miles
    Test number
    171837597059
    • AdvisoryBoth side lower wishbone rear bushes deteriorate.
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on front&rear axle
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust system in poor condition. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Oil marks around engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both side heavy perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass75,300 miles (+960)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    75,300 miles
    Test number
    427123084245
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryReverse light inop.

  11. Pass74,340 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    74,340 miles
    Test number
    369698821691
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Fail74,340 miles (+2,312)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,340 miles
    Test number
    839108564479
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass72,028 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    72,028 miles
    Test number
    510873308108
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  14. Fail72,028 miles (+4,638)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,028 miles
    Test number
    302545544275
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  15. Pass67,390 miles (+6,060)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    67,390 miles
    Test number
    849734439698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass61,330 miles (+7,866)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    61,330 miles
    Test number
    106521394946
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak from radiator switch .
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wearing on inner edge

  17. Pass53,464 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    53,464 miles
    Test number
    129702285174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail53,464 miles (+7,871)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,464 miles
    Test number
    477922185113
    • DangerousNearside front tyre bald on inner edge.
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  19. Pass45,593 miles (+8,873)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    45,593 miles
    Test number
    576428494139
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass36,720 miles (+2,603)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    36,720 miles
    Test number
    338232383137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass34,117 miles (+6,316)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    34,117 miles
    Test number
    147247722226
    • NoteEngine light on.
    • NotePads warning light on.

  22. Pass27,801 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    27,801 miles
    Test number
    456242451205
    • NoteEngine light on.

  23. Fail27,801 miles (+3,296)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,801 miles
    Test number
    535711051228
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteEngine light on.

  24. Pass24,505 miles (+5,432)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    24,505 miles
    Test number
    533631410275
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth front tyres are worn on the edges.

  25. Pass19,073 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    19,073 miles
    Test number
    940036919209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS06 PHU

Does LS06 PHU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS06 PHU expired on 16 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS06 PHU?
The MOT on LS06 PHU expired on 16 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS06 PHU done?
LS06 PHU was recorded at 80,859 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2025, an average of 3,813 miles a year.
Has LS06 PHU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS06 PHU has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LS06 PHU 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 LS06 PHU find?
LS06 PHU passed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides, and 2 more.

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