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LS55 YBX

2005 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Diesel 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

65,844 mi
Last recorded65,844 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Polo64,249 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS55 YBX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2021 65,844 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2021 65,831 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jun 2019 64,084 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2019 64,084 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 May 2018 58,946 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 56,485 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 54,273 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 51,776 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 41,451 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jun 2012 34,702 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 28,506 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s rear tyre slight cuts

o/s front winter tyre fitted

warning lamp on

Pass 20 May 2010 22,325 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 13,913 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2008 13,913 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 YBX is a 2005 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YBX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LS55 YBX registered?

LS55 YBX is a 2005 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 15 December 2005.

Is LS55 YBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS55 YBX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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