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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,400 cc

LS55 AAEMOT history

LS55 AAE is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 18 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 19 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 87,091 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2026.

LS55 AAE grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Oct 2027
Mileage
87,091 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,026 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 AAE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
18 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 AAE was last recorded at 87,091 miles on 9 Oct 2026, 4,949 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,142 miles · 17 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
4,949 miles
Average per year
3,026 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,091 miles
  • 2025 – 82,142 miles
  • 2024 – 79,379 miles
  • 2023 – 78,427 miles
  • 2022 – 77,046 miles
  • 2021 – 76,432 miles
  • 2020 – 75,414 miles
  • 2019 – 73,826 miles
  • 2018 – 70,873 miles
  • 2017 – 68,904 miles
  • 2016 – 65,848 miles
  • 2015 – 62,856 miles
  • 2014 – 59,868 miles
  • 2013 – 55,859 miles
  • 2012 – 52,357 miles
  • 2011 – 48,604 miles
  • 2010 – 44,350 miles
  • 2009 – 40,243 miles
  • 2008 – 32,885 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,091 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated split around the small clip and leaking grease, preventing the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on the outer edge and low on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in the tread and sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside indicator repeater in the mirror body is starting to fade
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Chips in front windscreen

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Exhaust deteriorating

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 10 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,091 miles3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    87,091 miles
    Test number
    768454201030
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated split around the small clip and leaking grease, preventing the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on the outer edge and low on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in the tread and sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside indicator repeater in the mirror body is starting to fade
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail87,091 miles (+4,949)2 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,091 miles
    Test number
    788404304316
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated split around the small clip and leaking grease, preventing the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on the outer edge and low on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in the tread and sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside indicator repeater in the mirror body is starting to fade
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass82,142 miles (+2,763)5 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    82,142 miles
    Test number
    851916955933
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated gaiter split around the small securing clip but still prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking slightly on the outer edge of the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking slightly on the outer edge of the tread and the outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass79,379 miles (+952)5 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    79,379 miles
    Test number
    377474238997
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated boot split at the smaller clip fixing but preventing the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light water inside the lamp unit (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light damaged lens, has a slight effect on the emitted light but not adversely (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front screen wash jet partially blocked but provides enough liquid to clear the screen

  5. Pass78,427 miles (+1,381)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    78,427 miles
    Test number
    527610448791
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass77,046 miles (+614)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    77,046 miles
    Test number
    155159039628

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass76,432 miles (+1,018)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    76,432 miles
    Test number
    310976256427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass75,414 miles (+1,588)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    75,414 miles
    Test number
    455427775639

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass73,826 miles (+2,953)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    73,826 miles
    Test number
    487395114466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass70,873 miles (+1,969)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    70,873 miles
    Test number
    270186308115
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChips in front windscreen
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorating
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre perishing

  11. Pass68,904 miles (+3,056)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    68,904 miles
    Test number
    412901971158
    • AdvisoryChips in front windscreen
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorating
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroding
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass65,848 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    65,848 miles
    Test number
    867854122982
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryRear washer jet & cover missing
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak?

  13. Fail65,848 miles (+2,992)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,848 miles
    Test number
    558706737154
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres starting to perish
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryRear washer jet & cover missing
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak?

  14. Pass62,856 miles (+2,988)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    62,856 miles
    Test number
    615036265183
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteSmall cut in nsr tyre

  15. Pass59,868 miles (+4,009)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    59,868 miles
    Test number
    499163764168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass55,859 miles (+3,502)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    55,859 miles
    Test number
    825395263199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass52,357 miles (+3,753)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    52,357 miles
    Test number
    656206862180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass48,604 miles (+4,254)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    48,604 miles
    Test number
    889414361127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail44,350 miles1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,350 miles
    Test number
    350435260123
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has nail in tread at funny angle not repairable.
    • NoteWheel chair was removed for the mot.

  20. Pass44,350 miles (+4,107)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    44,350 miles
    Test number
    552175460166
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has nail in tread at funny angle not repairable.
    • NoteWheel chair was removed for the mot.

  21. Pass40,243 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    40,243 miles
    Test number
    121537669127
    • NoteBrakes squeak

  22. Fail40,243 miles (+7,358)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,243 miles
    Test number
    184637469105
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • NoteBrakes squeak

  23. Pass32,885 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    32,885 miles
    Test number
    852695218329
    • NoteAdvise offside mirror housing and repeater lens damaged

  24. Fail32,885 miles1 dangerous2 failures2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,885 miles
    Test number
    443615018415
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteAdvise offside mirror housing and repeater lens damaged

Questions about LS55 AAE

Does LS55 AAE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS55 AAE is valid until 19 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS55 AAE?
The MOT on LS55 AAE is valid until 19 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS55 AAE done?
LS55 AAE was recorded at 87,091 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2026, an average of 3,026 miles a year.
Has LS55 AAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 AAE has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LS55 AAE 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 LS55 AAE find?
LS55 AAE passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2026 with 3 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated split around the small clip and leaking grease, preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective, and 6 more.

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