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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,198 cc

LS55 NHVMOT history

LS55 NHV is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 17 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 18 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 112,842 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2026.

LS55 NHV black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Aug 2027
Mileage
112,842 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2026
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,881 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 NHV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
17 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 NHV was last recorded at 112,842 miles on 19 Aug 2026, 21 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,821 miles · 17 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
21 miles
Average per year
5,881 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,842 miles
  • 2025 – 109,923 miles
  • 2024 – 105,920 miles
  • 2023 – 100,480 miles
  • 2021 – 94,867 miles
  • 2020 – 89,526 miles
  • 2019 – 81,476 miles
  • 2017 – 68,765 miles
  • 2016 – 61,837 miles
  • 2015 – 51,792 miles
  • 2014 – 46,352 miles
  • 2013 – 41,913 miles
  • 2012 – 38,674 miles
  • 2011 – 32,444 miles
  • 2010 – 23,824 miles
  • 2009 – 14,018 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,842 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex joint (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 29 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,842 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    112,842 miles
    Test number
    130954041393
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex joint (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail112,821 miles (+2,898)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,821 miles
    Test number
    647097092244
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side nearside and offside (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Pass109,923 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    109,923 miles
    Test number
    692479356568
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail109,922 miles (+4,002)1 dangerous8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,922 miles
    Test number
    794277272993
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens which changes emitted colour to other than white or yellow (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass105,920 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    105,920 miles
    Test number
    532448704700
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Nearside and Offside (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail105,920 miles (+5,440)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,920 miles
    Test number
    629501115329
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Nearside and Offside (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Nearside and Offside (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass100,480 miles (+5,613)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2024
    Odometer
    100,480 miles
    Test number
    857437834034
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass94,867 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    94,867 miles
    Test number
    718383899172
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  9. Fail94,867 miles (+5,341)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,867 miles
    Test number
    154901426732
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  10. Pass89,526 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    89,526 miles
    Test number
    120714400247
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  11. Fail89,526 miles (+8,050)4 dangerous3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,526 miles
    Test number
    192542866038
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  12. Pass81,476 miles (+12,711)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    81,476 miles
    Test number
    703916372853
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass68,765 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    68,765 miles
    Test number
    564687607359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail68,765 miles (+6,928)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,765 miles
    Test number
    740477761711
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass61,837 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    61,837 miles
    Test number
    221016325653
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Coolant leak radiator area (testing coolant system is required).

  16. Fail61,837 miles (+10,045)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,837 miles
    Test number
    925819824675
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Coolant leak radiator area (testing coolant system is required).

  17. Pass51,792 miles (+5,440)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    51,792 miles
    Test number
    870095146309
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass46,352 miles (+4,439)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    46,352 miles
    Test number
    548196514324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass41,913 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    41,913 miles
    Test number
    289189413373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail41,913 miles (+3,239)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,913 miles
    Test number
    239849013377
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail38,674 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,674 miles
    Test number
    236443102328
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  22. Pass38,674 miles (+6,230)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    38,674 miles
    Test number
    518573702378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass32,444 miles (+8,620)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    32,444 miles
    Test number
    825736201365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass23,824 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    23,824 miles
    Test number
    343680110390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail23,824 miles (+9,806)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,824 miles
    Test number
    691950310361
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  26. Pass14,018 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    14,018 miles
    Test number
    963212309375
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LS55 NHV

Does LS55 NHV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS55 NHV is valid until 18 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS55 NHV?
The MOT on LS55 NHV is valid until 18 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS55 NHV done?
LS55 NHV was recorded at 112,842 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2026, an average of 5,881 miles a year.
Has LS55 NHV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 NHV has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LS55 NHV 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 NHV find?
LS55 NHV passed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex joint.

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