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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 1,400 cc

LS55 KWHMOT history

LS55 KWH is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 16 Jan 2006. Its MOT is valid until 6 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 78,406 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Nov 2025.

LS55 KWH grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 Dec 2026
Mileage
78,406 mi
At MOT on 13 Nov 2025
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,699 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 KWH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
16 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 KWH was last recorded at 78,406 miles on 13 Nov 2025, 2,183 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,223 miles · 13 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,183 miles
Average per year
3,699 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 78,406 miles
  • 2024 – 76,223 miles
  • 2023 – 74,759 miles
  • 2022 – 73,907 miles
  • 2021 – 73,120 miles
  • 2020 – 72,681 miles
  • 2019 – 72,037 miles
  • 2018 – 70,669 miles
  • 2017 – 69,769 miles
  • 2016 – 68,985 miles
  • 2015 – 54,520 miles
  • 2014 – 46,627 miles
  • 2013 – 38,228 miles
  • 2012 – 32,189 miles
  • 2011 – 25,548 miles
  • 2010 – 20,482 miles
  • 2009 – 16,134 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,406 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (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.

  • Headlights fading

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Rear tyres perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Surface corrosion front suspension,shockers,rear axle,shockers

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 12 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,406 miles (+2,183)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    78,406 miles
    Test number
    209659217845
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  2. Pass76,223 miles (+1,464)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    76,223 miles
    Test number
    200685213753

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass74,759 miles (+852)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    74,759 miles
    Test number
    428510619273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass73,907 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    73,907 miles
    Test number
    320439040449
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion front subframe,suspension,rear axle

  5. Fail73,907 miles (+787)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,907 miles
    Test number
    941253781103
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryHeadlights fading
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion front subframe,suspension,rear axle

  6. Pass73,120 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    73,120 miles
    Test number
    573619438578
    • AdvisoryHeadlights fading
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perishing
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion front suspension,shockers,rear axle,shockers

  7. Fail73,120 miles (+439)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,120 miles
    Test number
    958595590025
    • MajorBoot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlights fading
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perishing
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion front suspension,shockers,rear axle,shockers

  8. Pass72,681 miles (+644)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    72,681 miles
    Test number
    261741796247
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass72,037 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    72,037 miles
    Test number
    401981635298
    • 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 (4.1.4 (b))

  10. Fail72,037 miles (+1,368)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,037 miles
    Test number
    260105731159
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • 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 (4.1.4 (b))

  11. Pass70,669 miles (+25)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    70,669 miles
    Test number
    673354571175
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Fail70,644 miles (+875)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,644 miles
    Test number
    500920166122
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass69,769 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    69,769 miles
    Test number
    678499557640
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Fail69,769 miles (+784)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,769 miles
    Test number
    297485405455
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass68,985 miles (+5,922)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    68,985 miles
    Test number
    307134684963

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass63,063 miles (+8,543)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    63,063 miles
    Test number
    543623786677

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass54,520 miles (+7,893)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    54,520 miles
    Test number
    389305715081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass46,627 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    46,627 miles
    Test number
    867170724011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail46,624 miles (+8,396)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,624 miles
    Test number
    267290524047
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  20. Fail38,228 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,228 miles
    Test number
    235034913042
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass38,228 miles (+6,039)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    38,228 miles
    Test number
    346404413050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass32,189 miles (+6,641)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    32,189 miles
    Test number
    627513422073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass25,548 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    25,548 miles
    Test number
    106867811486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail25,548 miles (+5,066)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,548 miles
    Test number
    898057911039
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass20,482 miles (+4,348)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    20,482 miles
    Test number
    333635810082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass16,134 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    16,134 miles
    Test number
    680502419003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS55 KWH

Does LS55 KWH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS55 KWH is valid until 6 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS55 KWH?
The MOT on LS55 KWH 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 LS55 KWH done?
LS55 KWH was recorded at 78,406 miles at its MOT on 13 Nov 2025, an average of 3,699 miles a year.
Has LS55 KWH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 KWH has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on LS55 KWH 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 KWH find?
LS55 KWH passed its latest MOT on 13 Nov 2025 with 2 minor defects: headlamp lens slightly defective both; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated.

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