EK55XLY - VOLKSWAGEN POLO
MOT: ValidGB
·Last updated 7 days ago
Vehicle Overview
Technical Details
Environmental Impact
Status & Compliance
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 21 MOT tests
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
21
Passed Tests
18
Failed Tests
3
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 18 September 2025
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 98,416 mi
Expires: 26 September 2026
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- Advisory Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Failed - 12 September 2025
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 98,415 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- Major Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
- Major Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
- 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 Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- Advisory Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Passed - 12 September 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 96,056 mi
Expires: 26 September 2025
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- Advisory Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- Advisory Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- Advisory Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Passed - 20 September 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 93,941 mi
Expires: 26 September 2024
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- Advisory Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- Advisory Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- Advisory Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Passed - 13 September 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 90,857 mi
Expires: 26 September 2023
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- Advisory Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- Advisory Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
Passed - 27 September 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 87,883 mi
Expires: 26 September 2022
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- Advisory Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
Passed - 03 August 2020
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 84,672 mi
Expires: 14 August 2021
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- Advisory Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Passed - 13 August 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 81,728 mi
Expires: 14 August 2020
Passed - 14 August 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 78,685 mi
Expires: 14 August 2019
Passed - 11 August 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 75,624 mi
Expires: 14 August 2018
Failed - 11 August 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 75,624 mi
Passed - 10 August 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 74,163 mi
Expires: 14 August 2017
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Passed - 15 August 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 70,919 mi
Expires: 14 August 2016
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed - 28 July 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 60,975 mi
Expires: 12 August 2015
Passed - 30 July 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 56,749 mi
Expires: 12 August 2014
Passed - 13 August 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 53,704 mi
Expires: 12 August 2013
Passed - 18 April 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 52,610 mi
Expires: 17 April 2013
Passed - 06 April 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 46,731 mi
Expires: 05 April 2012
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Advisory Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Failed - 04 April 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 46,731 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
- Major Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Advisory Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Passed - 11 September 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 37,004 mi
Expires: 05 October 2010
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- Advisory Nearside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
Passed - 10 September 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 26,820 mi
Expires: 05 October 2009
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for EK55XLY?
The MOT expires on 26 September 2026.
What is the tax status of EK55XLY?
The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 October 2026.
What are the specifications of EK55XLY?
This is a 2005 VOLKSWAGEN POLO in Blue. It runs on Petrol with a 1198cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of EK55XLY?
This vehicle produces 142 g/km of CO2 emissions.