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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,198 cc

LS55 NJEMOT history

LS55 NJE is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 22 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 31 Jul 2024 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 115,025 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2024.

LS55 NJE black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 31 Jul 2024
Mileage
115,025 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2024
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,230 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 NJE
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
22 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS55 NJE was last recorded at 115,025 miles on 29 Jul 2024, 5,579 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,446 miles · 1 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
5,579 miles
Average per year
5,230 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 115,025 miles
  • 2023 – 109,446 miles
  • 2022 – 105,930 miles
  • 2021 – 101,472 miles
  • 2020 – 96,354 miles
  • 2019 – 92,541 miles
  • 2018 – 87,377 miles
  • 2017 – 82,210 miles
  • 2016 – 77,794 miles
  • 2015 – 75,146 miles
  • 2014 – 69,279 miles
  • 2013 – 64,746 miles
  • 2012 – 60,112 miles
  • 2011 – 52,345 miles
  • 2010 – 44,521 miles
  • 2009 – 36,200 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail115,025 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • MajorNearside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
  • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

What MOT failures 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 3 Jul 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail115,025 miles (+5,579)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,025 miles
    Test number
    358570754727
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  2. Pass109,446 miles (+3,516)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    109,446 miles
    Test number
    528807469218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass105,930 miles (+4,458)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    105,930 miles
    Test number
    408679708384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass101,472 miles (+5,118)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    101,472 miles
    Test number
    221790620672
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass96,354 miles (+3,813)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    96,354 miles
    Test number
    109786060502
    • 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. Pass92,541 miles (+5,164)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    92,541 miles
    Test number
    651452353679
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone a (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass87,377 miles (+5,167)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    87,377 miles
    Test number
    159150407565
    • AdvisoryNearside Front passenger front tyre worn inner and outer edges
    • AdvisoryRear indicators fading

  8. Pass82,210 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    82,210 miles
    Test number
    966447484868
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  9. Fail82,205 miles (+4,411)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,205 miles
    Test number
    692889368085
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  10. Pass77,794 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    77,794 miles
    Test number
    528833776104
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  11. Fail77,794 miles (+2,648)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,794 miles
    Test number
    373346908643
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Pass75,146 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    75,146 miles
    Test number
    373001102384
    • AdvisoryComplete exhaust system starting to deteriorate . ( secure and no leaks at present )
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper suspension bump stop is deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel slightly stiff to rotate , when car in raised position on hoist.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Fail75,146 miles (+5,867)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,146 miles
    Test number
    945204659150
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryComplete exhaust system starting to deteriorate . ( secure and no leaks at present )
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper suspension bump stop is deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel slightly stiff to rotate , when car in raised position on hoist.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Pass69,279 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    69,279 miles
    Test number
    136948454222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail69,279 miles (+4,533)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,279 miles
    Test number
    949216354272
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteO/s/f wishbone rear bush has worn slightly

  16. Pass64,746 miles (+4,634)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    64,746 miles
    Test number
    846208143257
    • NoteFront wishbone back bushes are split slightly

  17. Pass60,112 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    60,112 miles
    Test number
    846535442270
    • NoteO/s/f wishbone rear bush slightly worn

  18. Fail60,112 miles (+7,767)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,112 miles
    Test number
    996325042206
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/f wishbone rear bush slightly worn

  19. Pass52,345 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    52,345 miles
    Test number
    329762601260
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Fail52,345 miles (+7,824)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,345 miles
    Test number
    126972001239
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEPC warning light on

  21. Pass44,521 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    44,521 miles
    Test number
    852690200255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail44,483 miles (+8,283)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,483 miles
    Test number
    724250000202
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteOffside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover split

  23. Fail36,200 miles2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,200 miles
    Test number
    270424389463
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Pass36,200 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    36,200 miles
    Test number
    374134289113
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about LS55 NJE

Does LS55 NJE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS55 NJE expired on 31 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS55 NJE?
The MOT on LS55 NJE expired on 31 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS55 NJE done?
LS55 NJE was recorded at 115,025 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2024, an average of 5,230 miles a year.
Has LS55 NJE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 NJE has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LS55 NJE 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 NJE find?
LS55 NJE failed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2024 with 6 major defects: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration; nearside front all direction indicators not working, and 3 more.

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