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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,198 cc

LB54 ELHMOT history

LB54 ELH is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 24 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 31 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 94,073 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Jan 2027
Mileage
94,073 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,225 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 ELH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
24 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 ELH was last recorded at 94,073 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,073 miles · 22 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,225 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,073 miles
  • 2025 – 92,489 miles
  • 2024 – 90,903 miles
  • 2023 – 89,219 miles
  • 2022 – 87,153 miles
  • 2021 – 85,283 miles
  • 2020 – 83,340 miles
  • 2019 – 78,440 miles
  • 2018 – 72,523 miles
  • 2017 – 66,683 miles
  • 2016 – 61,423 miles
  • 2015 – 56,857 miles
  • 2014 – 51,688 miles
  • 2013 – 45,998 miles
  • 2012 – 40,033 miles
  • 2011 – 35,581 miles
  • 2010 – 29,198 miles
  • 2009 – 24,597 miles
  • 2008 – 17,768 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,073 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

27 tests since 2 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,073 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    94,073 miles
    Test number
    787917472325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail94,073 miles (+1,584)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,073 miles
    Test number
    324529546901
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Pass92,489 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    92,489 miles
    Test number
    266126269662
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail92,489 miles (+1,586)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,489 miles
    Test number
    719134588332
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass90,903 miles (+1,684)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    90,903 miles
    Test number
    291462576653
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass89,219 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    89,219 miles
    Test number
    958148337910

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail89,219 miles (+2,066)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,219 miles
    Test number
    366777538477
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass87,153 miles (+1,870)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    87,153 miles
    Test number
    620579976722
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases around front flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass85,283 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    85,283 miles
    Test number
    290789773547
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail85,283 miles (+1,943)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,283 miles
    Test number
    240199490406
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass83,340 miles (+4,900)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    83,340 miles
    Test number
    760756782103
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre worn smooth on inner edges
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

  12. Pass78,440 miles (+5,917)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    78,440 miles
    Test number
    895490730270
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass72,523 miles (+5,840)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    72,523 miles
    Test number
    970099103509
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre- heavily worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit perished and cracking in tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  14. Pass66,683 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    66,683 miles
    Test number
    943101939441
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Leaking slightly (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perished
    • AdvisoryUndertrays damaged, incomplete and not fully secure

  15. Fail66,683 miles (+5,260)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,683 miles
    Test number
    868532081751
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Leaking slightly (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perished
    • AdvisoryUndertrays damaged, incomplete and not fully secure

  16. Pass61,423 miles (+4,566)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    61,423 miles
    Test number
    265946305862
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass56,857 miles (+5,169)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    56,857 miles
    Test number
    316345505082
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  18. Pass51,688 miles (+5,690)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    51,688 miles
    Test number
    127316514468
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Fail45,998 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,998 miles
    Test number
    269578213063
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass45,998 miles (+5,965)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    45,998 miles
    Test number
    307428013048
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass40,033 miles (+56)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    40,033 miles
    Test number
    208310832087
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  22. Fail39,977 miles (+4,396)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,977 miles
    Test number
    435281522075
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  23. Pass35,581 miles (+6,383)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    35,581 miles
    Test number
    597281621081
    • NoteFront discs look worn
    • NoteSump slightly damaged

  24. Pass29,198 miles (+4,601)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    29,198 miles
    Test number
    582532820067
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNoise from brakes
    • NoteUnder car plastic broken

  25. Pass24,597 miles (+6,829)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    24,597 miles
    Test number
    994010819063
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  26. Fail17,768 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,768 miles
    Test number
    131292408404
    • Repaired at testCentre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  27. Pass17,768 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    17,768 miles
    Test number
    894402508097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB54 ELH

Does LB54 ELH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB54 ELH is valid until 31 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB54 ELH?
The MOT on LB54 ELH is valid until 31 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB54 ELH done?
LB54 ELH was recorded at 94,073 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 4,225 miles a year.
Has LB54 ELH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 ELH has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB54 ELH 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 LB54 ELH find?
LB54 ELH passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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