BL55EBJ - VOLKSWAGEN POLO
MOT: ValidGB
·Last updated 6 days ago
Vehicle Overview
Technical Details
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 30 MOT tests
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
30
Passed Tests
17
Failed Tests
13
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 30 August 2025
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 135,998 mi
Expires: 10 September 2026
Failed - 29 August 2025
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 135,995 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- Major Nearside 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))
- Major Offside 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))
- Major Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- Major Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- Major Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Passed - 11 September 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 130,841 mi
Expires: 10 September 2025
Failed - 11 September 2024 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 130,839 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Passed - 12 October 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 127,296 mi
Expires: 13 October 2024
Failed - 12 October 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 127,294 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Side repeater not working mirror indicator (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- Major Offside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced mirror indicator broken (4.4.3 (a))
- Major Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- Major Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- Major Nearside Rear Lower Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- Major Offside Rear Lower Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- Major Nearside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
- Major Offside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
- Major Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
Passed - 05 October 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 122,875 mi
Expires: 13 October 2023
Minor Defects:
- Minor Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Both sides (4.4.1 (b) (i))
- Minor Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- Advisory Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))
- Advisory Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Failed - 05 October 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 122,875 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
Minor Defects:
- Minor Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Both sides (4.4.1 (b) (i))
- Minor Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- Advisory Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))
- Advisory Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Passed - 14 October 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 119,167 mi
Expires: 13 October 2022
Failed - 14 October 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 119,167 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- Major Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- Major Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- Major Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
Passed - 05 October 2020
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 114,548 mi
Expires: 04 October 2021
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
Failed - 05 October 2020
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 114,548 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- Major Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel parking brake (1.1.2 (a))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
Passed - 10 August 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 112,011 mi
Expires: 09 August 2020
Minor Defects:
- Minor Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- Minor Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- Advisory Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- Advisory REAR SCREEN WASH INOPERATIVE. O/S/R WHEEL CAP MISSING
Passed - 11 July 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 109,004 mi
Expires: 14 July 2019
Failed - 11 July 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 109,004 mi
Passed - 23 June 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 107,815 mi
Expires: 14 July 2018
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed - 11 July 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 105,617 mi
Expires: 14 July 2017
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- Advisory Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Failed - 11 July 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 105,617 mi
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- Advisory Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Passed - 15 July 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 100,394 mi
Expires: 14 July 2016
Failed - 15 July 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 100,392 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- Major rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
- Major Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
- Major Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
- Major Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)
- Major Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- Major Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed - 09 June 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 93,001 mi
Expires: 06 July 2015
Passed - 26 June 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 87,040 mi
Expires: 06 July 2014
Failed - 26 June 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 87,040 mi
Passed - 05 July 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 78,721 mi
Expires: 06 July 2013
Passed - 06 July 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 65,887 mi
Expires: 06 July 2012
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Failed - 02 July 2011 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 65,887 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed - 07 July 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 46,731 mi
Expires: 06 July 2011
Failed - 01 July 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 46,661 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
Passed - 03 July 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 28,442 mi
Expires: 02 July 2010
Failed - 01 July 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 28,442 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for BL55EBJ?
The MOT expires on 10 September 2026.
What is the tax status of BL55EBJ?
The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 July 2026.
What are the specifications of BL55EBJ?
This is a 2005 VOLKSWAGEN POLO in Blue. It runs on Petrol with a 1198cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of BL55EBJ?
This vehicle produces 142 g/km of CO2 emissions.