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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 1,198 cc

LS55 VDLMOT history

LS55 VDL is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 9 Jan 2006. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 117,041 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jan 2026.

LS55 VDL silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jan 2027
Mileage
117,041 mi
At MOT on 9 Jan 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,767 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 VDL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
9 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 VDL was last recorded at 117,041 miles on 9 Jan 2026, 5,208 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,833 miles · 22 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
5,208 miles
Average per year
4,767 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,041 miles
  • 2025 – 111,833 miles
  • 2024 – 106,909 miles
  • 2023 – 105,225 miles
  • 2022 – 103,840 miles
  • 2021 – 102,999 miles
  • 2019 – 95,489 miles
  • 2018 – 93,231 miles
  • 2017 – 90,206 miles
  • 2016 – 86,973 miles
  • 2015 – 84,000 miles
  • 2014 – 81,458 miles
  • 2013 – 78,317 miles
  • 2012 – 74,197 miles
  • 2011 – 63,729 miles
  • 2010 – 50,488 miles
  • 2009 – 36,016 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,041 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 10 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,041 miles (+5,208)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    117,041 miles
    Test number
    676814638940

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass111,833 miles (+4,924)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    111,833 miles
    Test number
    869371927763

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass106,909 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    106,909 miles
    Test number
    620531106288
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail106,909 miles (+1,684)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,909 miles
    Test number
    977354642852
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed blue smoke (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (8.2.1.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass105,225 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    105,225 miles
    Test number
    712340652495
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  6. Fail105,225 miles (+1,385)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,225 miles
    Test number
    518602040954
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  7. Pass103,840 miles (+841)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    103,840 miles
    Test number
    277635585967
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))

  8. Pass102,999 miles (+7,510)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    102,999 miles
    Test number
    135209307750
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  9. Pass95,489 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    95,489 miles
    Test number
    162621437253
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  10. Fail95,489 miles (+2,258)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,489 miles
    Test number
    497163608004
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  11. Pass93,231 miles (+3,025)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    93,231 miles
    Test number
    187456444924
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass90,206 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    90,206 miles
    Test number
    444750260295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail90,206 miles (+3,233)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,206 miles
    Test number
    678437002014
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  14. Pass86,973 miles (+2,973)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    86,973 miles
    Test number
    617889867514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass84,000 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    84,000 miles
    Test number
    527968985177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail83,998 miles (+2,540)1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,998 miles
    Test number
    347488885173
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass81,458 miles (+3,141)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    81,458 miles
    Test number
    159574784163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteAll tyres worn close to legal limit

  18. Pass78,317 miles (+4,120)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    78,317 miles
    Test number
    225687673402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass74,197 miles (+10,468)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2013
    Odometer
    74,197 miles
    Test number
    428799222180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass63,729 miles (+13,241)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2012
    Odometer
    63,729 miles
    Test number
    939030531144
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNear side rear brake slight binding

  21. Fail50,488 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,488 miles
    Test number
    334130530075
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass50,488 miles (+14,472)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    50,488 miles
    Test number
    351960330082
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass36,016 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    36,016 miles
    Test number
    114490419096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS55 VDL

Does LS55 VDL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS55 VDL is valid until 26 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS55 VDL?
The MOT on LS55 VDL is valid until 26 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 VDL done?
LS55 VDL was recorded at 117,041 miles at its MOT on 9 Jan 2026, an average of 4,767 miles a year.
Has LS55 VDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 VDL has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LS55 VDL 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 VDL find?
LS55 VDL passed its latest MOT on 9 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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