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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 1,400 cc

LX06 WMUMOT history

LX06 WMU is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 15 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 10 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 107,433 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

LX06 WMU blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Oct 2027
Mileage
107,433 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,970 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX06 WMU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
15 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX06 WMU was last recorded at 107,433 miles on 29 Sept 2026, 2,946 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,487 miles · 3 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,946 miles
Average per year
4,970 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,433 miles
  • 2025 – 104,487 miles
  • 2024 – 101,619 miles
  • 2023 – 98,690 miles
  • 2022 – 95,795 miles
  • 2021 – 92,807 miles
  • 2020 – 90,096 miles
  • 2019 – 87,334 miles
  • 2018 – 84,292 miles
  • 2017 – 82,319 miles
  • 2016 – 73,211 miles
  • 2015 – 65,312 miles
  • 2014 – 59,599 miles
  • 2013 – 51,390 miles
  • 2012 – 44,915 miles
  • 2011 – 37,680 miles
  • 2010 – 30,966 miles
  • 2009 – 24,179 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,433 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOuter Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 9 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,433 miles (+2,946)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    107,433 miles
    Test number
    947254428221
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass104,487 miles (+2,868)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    104,487 miles
    Test number
    215527008248
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass101,619 miles (+2,929)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    101,619 miles
    Test number
    377153854184
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Pass98,690 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    98,690 miles
    Test number
    613083639355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail98,686 miles (+2,891)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,686 miles
    Test number
    661327986044
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass95,795 miles (+2,988)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    95,795 miles
    Test number
    432767727892
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass92,807 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    92,807 miles
    Test number
    407698611992

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. FailMileage not read4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    870721082935
    • MajorFront Brake hose excessively deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass90,096 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    90,096 miles
    Test number
    499942447675

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail90,094 miles (+2,760)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,094 miles
    Test number
    850987396579
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass87,334 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    87,334 miles
    Test number
    758184668452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail87,331 miles (+3,039)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,331 miles
    Test number
    801009232791
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

  13. Pass84,292 miles (+1,973)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    84,292 miles
    Test number
    123931232736

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass82,319 miles (+9,108)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    82,319 miles
    Test number
    512755796898
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass73,211 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    73,211 miles
    Test number
    869946785297
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Fail73,211 miles (+7,899)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,211 miles
    Test number
    799611228579
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working All (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Pass65,312 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    65,312 miles
    Test number
    960471112531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail65,312 miles (+5,713)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,312 miles
    Test number
    362003167864
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working BLB 501 (1.1.A.3b)

  19. Pass59,599 miles (+8,209)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    59,599 miles
    Test number
    405111444202
    • NoteN/s/f tyre tread wearing low

  20. Pass51,390 miles (+6,475)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    51,390 miles
    Test number
    316111233269
    • NoteO/s/f tyre tread worn low on the inner section

  21. Pass44,915 miles (+7,235)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    44,915 miles
    Test number
    619834832291
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre perishing along edge of tread

  22. Pass37,680 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    37,680 miles
    Test number
    736725431280
    • 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)

  23. Fail37,680 miles (+6,714)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,680 miles
    Test number
    975995931214
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • 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)

  24. Fail30,966 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,966 miles
    Test number
    480958730297
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  25. Pass30,966 miles (+6,787)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    30,966 miles
    Test number
    853728430224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass24,179 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    24,179 miles
    Test number
    250143859218
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Fail24,179 miles (+4,015)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,179 miles
    Test number
    520293659205
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass20,164 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    20,164 miles
    Test number
    132588669088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX06 WMU

Does LX06 WMU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX06 WMU is valid until 10 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX06 WMU?
The MOT on LX06 WMU is valid until 10 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX06 WMU done?
LX06 WMU was recorded at 107,433 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2026, an average of 4,970 miles a year.
Has LX06 WMU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX06 WMU has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LX06 WMU 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 LX06 WMU find?
LX06 WMU passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; offside suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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