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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,390 cc

LX05 OKTMOT history

LX05 OKT is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 2 Mar 2005. Its MOT expired on 28 Jan 2024 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 136,717 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2023.

LX05 OKT silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 28 Jan 2024
Mileage
136,717 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2023
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,333 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX05 OKT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
2 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX05 OKT was last recorded at 136,717 miles on 16 Jan 2023, 5,118 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,599 miles · 7 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
5,118 miles
Average per year
7,333 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 136,717 miles
  • 2022 – 131,599 miles
  • 2021 – 126,076 miles
  • 2020 – 117,654 miles
  • 2019 – 113,014 miles
  • 2018 – 107,517 miles
  • 2017 – 96,709 miles
  • 2016 – 84,798 miles
  • 2015 – 80,995 miles
  • 2014 – 77,720 miles
  • 2012 – 65,754 miles
  • 2011 – 57,137 miles
  • 2010 – 51,645 miles
  • 2009 – 38,415 miles
  • 2008 – 27,393 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,717 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Nearside and offside perished (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust flexi deterioratedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryExhaust rear box corroded outer skin
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Outer plastic missing (7.1.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryPosition lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Nearside and offside rear (4.2.3 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 19 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,717 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    136,717 miles
    Test number
    784749177132
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Nearside and offside perished (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi deteriorated
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear box corroded outer skin
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Outer plastic missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPosition lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Nearside and offside rear (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion
  2. Fail136,717 miles (+5,118)1 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,717 miles
    Test number
    774335361647
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Nearside and offside perished (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi deteriorated
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear box corroded outer skin
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Outer plastic missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPosition lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Nearside and offside rear (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion
  3. Pass131,599 miles3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    131,599 miles
    Test number
    674888620007
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt clasp plastic casing missing
    • AdvisoryPosition lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Nearside and offside rear (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear box outer skin corroded
  4. Fail131,598 miles (+5,522)4 major3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,598 miles
    Test number
    578871279851
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Nearside and offside (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on dash
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt clasp plastic casing missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished and edges bald (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPosition lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Nearside and offside rear (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear box outer skin corroded
  5. Pass126,076 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    126,076 miles
    Test number
    293154333269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail126,076 miles (+8,422)2 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,076 miles
    Test number
    660267193657
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm excessively worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorDirection indicator incorrect colour both rears flashing white (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
  7. Pass117,654 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    117,654 miles
    Test number
    569355146633
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BALD INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail117,652 miles (+4,638)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,652 miles
    Test number
    560244007509
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt SPLIT OPEN (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BALD INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass113,014 miles (+5,497)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    113,014 miles
    Test number
    746600897605

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass107,517 miles (+144)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    107,517 miles
    Test number
    645812452245
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  11. Fail107,373 miles (+10,664)4 major2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,373 miles
    Test number
    325784249558
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  12. Pass96,709 miles (+11,911)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    96,709 miles
    Test number
    492681575928

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass84,798 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    84,798 miles
    Test number
    991601158642

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail84,787 miles (+3,792)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,787 miles
    Test number
    260181240486
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut damaged and seriously weakened bearing broken (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
  15. Pass80,995 miles (+3,275)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    80,995 miles
    Test number
    366692285148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass77,720 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    77,720 miles
    Test number
    518042284112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail77,720 miles (+11,966)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,720 miles
    Test number
    625212584128
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  18. Fail65,754 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,754 miles
    Test number
    147858582161
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
  19. Pass65,754 miles (+8,617)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    65,754 miles
    Test number
    659868582177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass57,137 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2012
    Odometer
    57,137 miles
    Test number
    399996031171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail57,137 miles (+5,492)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,137 miles
    Test number
    486376131139
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
  22. Pass51,645 miles (+13,230)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2011
    Odometer
    51,645 miles
    Test number
    572972640150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass38,415 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    38,415 miles
    Test number
    270531729127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail38,411 miles (+11,018)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,411 miles
    Test number
    344007419172
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
  25. Pass27,393 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    27,393 miles
    Test number
    390780358034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX05 OKT

Does LX05 OKT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX05 OKT expired on 28 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX05 OKT?
The MOT on LX05 OKT expired on 28 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX05 OKT done?
LX05 OKT was recorded at 136,717 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2023, an average of 7,333 miles a year.
Has LX05 OKT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX05 OKT has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LX05 OKT 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 LX05 OKT find?
LX05 OKT passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2023 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: offside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt nearside and offside perished; exhaust flexi deteriorated, and 5 more.

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