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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,400 cc

LS55 EBAMOT history

LS55 EBA is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 12 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 99,181 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Dec 2025.

LS55 EBA silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jan 2027
Mileage
99,181 mi
At MOT on 15 Dec 2025
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,801 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 EBA
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
12 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 EBA was last recorded at 99,181 miles on 15 Dec 2025, 10,592 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,589 miles · 12 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
10,592 miles
Average per year
4,801 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 99,181 miles
  • 2024 – 88,589 miles
  • 2022 – 78,144 miles
  • 2021 – 73,317 miles
  • 2020 – 68,869 miles
  • 2019 – 67,576 miles
  • 2018 – 66,151 miles
  • 2017 – 65,091 miles
  • 2016 – 64,307 miles
  • 2015 – 61,550 miles
  • 2014 – 54,977 miles
  • 2013 – 49,161 miles
  • 2012 – 39,762 miles
  • 2011 – 33,659 miles
  • 2010 – 27,751 miles
  • 2009 – 22,188 miles
  • 2008 – 16,830 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,181 miles
  • MinorNearside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer 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))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

25 tests since 20 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,181 miles (+10,592)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    99,181 miles
    Test number
    887107588248
    • MinorNearside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer 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))

  2. Pass88,589 miles (+8,355)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    88,589 miles
    Test number
    456432907659
    • MinorNearside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass80,234 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    80,234 miles
    Test number
    454865364537
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Fail80,234 miles (+2,090)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,234 miles
    Test number
    900195218836
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass78,144 miles (+4,827)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    78,144 miles
    Test number
    136059980696
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass73,317 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    73,317 miles
    Test number
    491941631600
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail73,316 miles (+4,447)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,316 miles
    Test number
    354565606958
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass68,869 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    68,869 miles
    Test number
    906345914917

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail68,869 miles (+1,293)1 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,869 miles
    Test number
    468177002160
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass67,576 miles (+1,425)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    67,576 miles
    Test number
    903020817659
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass66,151 miles (+1,060)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    66,151 miles
    Test number
    606825074936

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass65,091 miles (+784)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    65,091 miles
    Test number
    431862301453
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Pass64,307 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    64,307 miles
    Test number
    566816669492
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre wearing on outer tread

  14. Fail64,302 miles (+2,752)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,302 miles
    Test number
    187194447230
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner and outer tread

  15. Pass61,550 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    61,550 miles
    Test number
    752324831476
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on outer edge

  16. Fail61,550 miles (+6,573)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,550 miles
    Test number
    476182357296
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on outer edge

  17. Pass54,977 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    54,977 miles
    Test number
    525954194297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail54,977 miles (+5,816)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,977 miles
    Test number
    748004494206
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  19. Pass49,161 miles (+9,399)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    49,161 miles
    Test number
    575569703393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass39,762 miles (+6,103)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    39,762 miles
    Test number
    118997892220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass33,659 miles (+5,908)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    33,659 miles
    Test number
    739932291236
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Pass27,751 miles (+5,563)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    27,751 miles
    Test number
    361552190268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass22,188 miles (+5,358)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    22,188 miles
    Test number
    561417609388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass16,830 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    16,830 miles
    Test number
    922895698242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail16,830 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,830 miles
    Test number
    391304298207
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Questions about LS55 EBA

Does LS55 EBA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS55 EBA is valid until 11 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS55 EBA?
The MOT on LS55 EBA is valid until 11 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS55 EBA done?
LS55 EBA was recorded at 99,181 miles at its MOT on 15 Dec 2025, an average of 4,801 miles a year.
Has LS55 EBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 EBA has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LS55 EBA 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 EBA find?
LS55 EBA passed its latest MOT on 15 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside upper windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front coil spring corroded; offside front coil spring corroded, and 2 more.

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