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LS55 UZJ

2005 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2016
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

69,715 mi
Last recorded69,715 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2015
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Polo64,249 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS55 UZJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2015 69,715 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damage (6.3.1d)

Fail 17 Nov 2015 69,715 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damage (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Lower Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 2 Dec 2014 64,513 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 2 Dec 2014 64,513 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Outer Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

slight water leak from nearside water elbow

Pass 2 Dec 2013 59,190 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2013 59,190 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 28 Nov 2012 54,285 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

service light is on

oil leaking from oil filter area

Pass 5 Dec 2011 48,447 miles

service light is on

Fail 3 Dec 2011 48,447 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

service light is on

Pass 26 Nov 2010 42,644 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 34,827 miles

both front lower wishbone rear bushes slightly split

full size underbody covers fitted at time of test restricting inspection

Fail 24 Nov 2009 34,787 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both front lower wishbone rear bushes slightly split

full size underbody covers fitted at time of test restricting inspection

Pass 19 Nov 2008 28,620 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2008 28,620 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Polo?

Based on 14,598,296 MOT tests across 1,156,928 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
5,193
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
1,156,928
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 467,706
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 196,870
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 190,697
Stop lamp not working 181,097
position lamp(s) not working 168,944
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LS55 UZJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 64,249 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Polo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 467,706 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LS55 UZJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Polo typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 21 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LS55 UZJ registered?

LS55 UZJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 30 November 2005.

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