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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,400 cc

LS55 VTOMOT history

LS55 VTO is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 22 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 31 Oct 2027 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 83,513 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2026.

LS55 VTO grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 31 Oct 2027
Mileage
83,513 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,329 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 VTO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
22 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 VTO was last recorded at 83,513 miles on 20 Oct 2026, 2,111 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,402 miles · 7 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,111 miles
Average per year
2,329 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,513 miles
  • 2025 – 81,402 miles
  • 2024 – 78,951 miles
  • 2023 – 76,712 miles
  • 2022 – 74,808 miles
  • 2021 – 73,747 miles
  • 2020 – 72,889 miles
  • 2019 – 71,231 miles
  • 2018 – 68,081 miles
  • 2017 – 65,074 miles
  • 2016 – 62,428 miles
  • 2015 – 59,434 miles
  • 2014 – 56,493 miles
  • 2013 – 53,450 miles
  • 2012 – 50,762 miles
  • 2011 – 47,772 miles
  • 2010 – 44,463 miles
  • 2009 – 42,565 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,513 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass83,513 miles (+2,111)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    83,513 miles
    Test number
    760890960694
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass81,402 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    81,402 miles
    Test number
    833109584852
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail81,402 miles (+2,451)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,402 miles
    Test number
    528219786736
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass78,951 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    78,951 miles
    Test number
    689520206084
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail78,951 miles (+2,239)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,951 miles
    Test number
    329802845962
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass76,712 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    76,712 miles
    Test number
    364921948479
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail76,712 miles (+1,904)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,712 miles
    Test number
    602242090032
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass74,808 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    74,808 miles
    Test number
    345981004965

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail74,808 miles (+1,061)5 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,808 miles
    Test number
    885229555443
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  10. Pass73,747 miles (+858)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    73,747 miles
    Test number
    353763480856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass72,889 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    72,889 miles
    Test number
    361223821709
    • 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. Fail72,886 miles (+263)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,886 miles
    Test number
    681258024642
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • 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))

  13. Fail72,623 miles (+1,392)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,623 miles
    Test number
    829166174105
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass71,231 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    71,231 miles
    Test number
    936309192862

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail71,231 miles (+3,150)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,231 miles
    Test number
    729859850533
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Pass68,081 miles (+3,007)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    68,081 miles
    Test number
    299705641508

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass65,074 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    65,074 miles
    Test number
    386719896267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail65,074 miles (+2,646)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,074 miles
    Test number
    809313729974
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass62,428 miles (+2,994)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    62,428 miles
    Test number
    915568531742

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass59,434 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    59,434 miles
    Test number
    429696685067
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  21. Fail59,434 miles (+2,941)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,434 miles
    Test number
    789286285070
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  22. Pass56,493 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    56,493 miles
    Test number
    166290684497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail56,493 miles (+3,043)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,493 miles
    Test number
    207629274078
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  24. Pass53,450 miles (+2,688)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    53,450 miles
    Test number
    175030963459
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass50,762 miles (+2,990)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    50,762 miles
    Test number
    417763182001
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass47,772 miles (+3,309)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    47,772 miles
    Test number
    359771491099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass44,463 miles (+1,898)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    44,463 miles
    Test number
    641907650060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass42,565 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    42,565 miles
    Test number
    463559479080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS55 VTO

Does LS55 VTO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS55 VTO is valid until 31 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS55 VTO?
The MOT on LS55 VTO is valid until 31 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS55 VTO done?
LS55 VTO was recorded at 83,513 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2026, an average of 2,329 miles a year.
Has LS55 VTO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 VTO has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LS55 VTO 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 VTO find?
LS55 VTO passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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