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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 1,400 cc

LS55 VDEMOT history

LS55 VDE is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 3 Feb 2006. Its MOT is valid until 7 Nov 2026 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 97,604 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Nov 2025.

LS55 VDE grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Nov 2026
Mileage
97,604 mi
At MOT on 3 Nov 2025
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,334 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 VDE
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
3 Feb 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 VDE was last recorded at 97,604 miles on 3 Nov 2025, 6,844 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
90,760 miles · 6 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
6,844 miles
Average per year
4,334 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 97,604 miles
  • 2024 – 90,760 miles
  • 2023 – 84,441 miles
  • 2021 – 83,665 miles
  • 2020 – 77,779 miles
  • 2019 – 73,989 miles
  • 2018 – 68,218 miles
  • 2017 – 63,056 miles
  • 2016 – 56,805 miles
  • 2015 – 53,679 miles
  • 2014 – 51,483 miles
  • 2013 – 46,255 miles
  • 2012 – 40,376 miles
  • 2011 – 35,353 miles
  • 2010 – 31,954 miles
  • 2009 – 24,800 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,604 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil n/s and o/s (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s and o/s (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

20 tests since 16 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,604 miles (+6,844)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    97,604 miles
    Test number
    109682814470
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil n/s and o/s (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s and o/s (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass90,760 miles (+6,319)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    90,760 miles
    Test number
    887432580766
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass84,441 miles (+776)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    84,441 miles
    Test number
    550628930002
    • AdvisoryFront h/lights poor beam image
    • AdvisoryFront tyres edges worn
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass83,665 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    83,665 miles
    Test number
    275602347260
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Fail83,665 miles (+5,886)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,665 miles
    Test number
    783750969376
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Pass77,779 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    77,779 miles
    Test number
    194171634543

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail77,779 miles (+3,790)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,779 miles
    Test number
    717752314298
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

  8. Pass73,989 miles (+5,771)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    73,989 miles
    Test number
    690746162489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass68,218 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    68,218 miles
    Test number
    154744575174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail68,218 miles (+5,162)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,218 miles
    Test number
    845732285107
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass63,056 miles (+6,251)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    63,056 miles
    Test number
    284712084370
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass56,805 miles (+3,126)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    56,805 miles
    Test number
    508997789404
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass53,679 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    53,679 miles
    Test number
    445780115252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail53,679 miles (+2,196)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,679 miles
    Test number
    607460815203
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  15. Pass51,483 miles (+5,228)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    51,483 miles
    Test number
    258870214296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass46,255 miles (+5,879)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    46,255 miles
    Test number
    895142333086
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  17. Pass40,376 miles (+5,023)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    40,376 miles
    Test number
    205017522073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,353 miles (+3,399)8 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    35,353 miles
    Test number
    915873511026
    • NoteBoth front, rear lower suspension arm bushes perished and starting to split
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on
    • NoteChild seat fitted to nearside rear of vehicle
    • NoteFront pads low
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteOffside rear tyre starting to wear low
    • NoteOffside side repeater lens cracked
    • NoteStone damage to windscreen

  19. Pass31,954 miles (+7,154)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    31,954 miles
    Test number
    643725010068
    • NoteBaby seat fitted to nearside rear of vehicle
    • NoteOffside side repeater lens cracked

  20. Pass24,800 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    24,800 miles
    Test number
    684936819080
    • NoteBaby seat fitted to nearside rear

Questions about LS55 VDE

Does LS55 VDE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS55 VDE is valid until 7 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS55 VDE?
The MOT on LS55 VDE is valid until 7 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS55 VDE done?
LS55 VDE was recorded at 97,604 miles at its MOT on 3 Nov 2025, an average of 4,334 miles a year.
Has LS55 VDE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 VDE has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on LS55 VDE 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 VDE find?
LS55 VDE passed its latest MOT on 3 Nov 2025 with 4 advisories: front shock absorbers has light misting of oil n/s and o/s; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s and o/s; play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 1 more.

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