Volkswagen logo

Volkswagen Polo

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 1,422 cc

LB54 JUVMOT history

LB54 JUV is a black diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 23 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 21 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 130,649 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 May 2027
Mileage
130,649 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,098 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LB54 JUV in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 JUV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,422 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
23 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 May 2027
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 JUV was last recorded at 130,649 miles on 18 May 2026, 7,766 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,883 miles · 14 May 2025
Between the last two tests
7,766 miles
Average per year
6,098 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,649 miles
  • 2025 – 122,883 miles
  • 2024 – 117,877 miles
  • 2023 – 117,860 miles
  • 2022 – 110,257 miles
  • 2021 – 105,317 miles
  • 2020 – 102,102 miles
  • 2019 – 99,590 miles
  • 2018 – 96,075 miles
  • 2017 – 93,853 miles
  • 2016 – 89,537 miles
  • 2015 – 85,728 miles
  • 2014 – 78,662 miles
  • 2013 – 71,736 miles
  • 2012 – 61,795 miles
  • 2011 – 52,572 miles
  • 2010 – 46,558 miles
  • 2009 – 32,168 miles
  • 2008 – 21,631 miles
  • 2007 – 18,367 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,649 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear axle bushes split, nearside and offside
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

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.

  • Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge of stepped tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge of stepped tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Noise from offside rear wheel bearing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

32 tests since 19 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,649 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2027
    Odometer
    130,649 miles
    Test number
    196532475664
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle bushes split, nearside and offside
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  2. Fail130,648 miles (+7,765)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,648 miles
    Test number
    821881590822
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle bushes split, nearside and offside
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  3. Pass122,883 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2026
    Odometer
    122,883 miles
    Test number
    812451268685
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  4. Fail122,863 miles (+4,986)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,863 miles
    Test number
    970875780951
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass117,877 miles (+17)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2025
    Odometer
    117,877 miles
    Test number
    337983142374
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle pivot bushes n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail117,860 miles (+7,603)8 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,860 miles
    Test number
    406508063248
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroded

  7. Pass110,257 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    110,257 miles
    Test number
    702001009283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail110,245 miles (+4,928)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,245 miles
    Test number
    957211162635
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective no beam pattern and dull. (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

  9. Pass105,317 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    105,317 miles
    Test number
    211209016237
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Fail105,317 miles (+3,215)1 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,317 miles
    Test number
    663337509260
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  11. Pass102,102 miles (+2,512)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    102,102 miles
    Test number
    914379743290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass99,590 miles (+3,515)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    99,590 miles
    Test number
    420097562227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass96,075 miles (+2,222)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    96,075 miles
    Test number
    573815735262
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  14. Pass93,853 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    93,853 miles
    Test number
    364075260005
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on inner edge of stepped tread
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge of stepped tread
    • AdvisoryNoise from offside rear wheel bearing

  15. Fail93,853 miles (+4,316)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,853 miles
    Test number
    749818817874
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on inner edge of stepped tread
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge of stepped tread
    • AdvisoryNoise from offside rear wheel bearing

  16. Pass89,537 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    89,537 miles
    Test number
    525966745728
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on inner edge of tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on inner edge of tread

  17. Fail89,537 miles (+3,809)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,537 miles
    Test number
    192330439828
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on inner edge of tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on inner edge of tread

  18. Pass85,728 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    85,728 miles
    Test number
    585009290040
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt badly cracked (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer tyre wall slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber dust cover dropped

  19. Fail85,728 miles (+7,066)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,728 miles
    Test number
    832467567279
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt badly cracked (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer tyre wall slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber dust cover dropped

  20. Pass78,662 miles (+6,926)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    78,662 miles
    Test number
    725848604374
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOffside rear shock absorber dust cover dropped

  21. Pass71,736 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    71,736 miles
    Test number
    227617113329
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteFront tyres worn down on inside edge
    • NoteOffside rear shock absorber dust cover dropped

  22. Fail71,736 miles (+9,941)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,736 miles
    Test number
    838317113311
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteFront tyres worn down on inside edge
    • NoteOffside rear shock absorber dust cover dropped

  23. Pass61,795 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    61,795 miles
    Test number
    409240412488
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Fail61,795 miles (+9,223)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,795 miles
    Test number
    247780312329
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass52,572 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    52,572 miles
    Test number
    578493611383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail52,572 miles (+6,014)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,572 miles
    Test number
    665893511327
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass46,558 miles (+14,390)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    46,558 miles
    Test number
    161566400304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail32,168 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,168 miles
    Test number
    191977629388
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  29. Pass32,168 miles (+10,537)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    32,168 miles
    Test number
    982597429328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass21,631 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    21,631 miles
    Test number
    981474238345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail21,631 miles (+3,264)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,631 miles
    Test number
    801004238316
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  32. Pass18,367 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    18,367 miles
    Test number
    702143157345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB54 JUV

Does LB54 JUV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB54 JUV is valid until 21 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB54 JUV?
The MOT on LB54 JUV is valid until 21 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB54 JUV done?
LB54 JUV was recorded at 130,649 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 6,098 miles a year.
Has LB54 JUV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 JUV has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 18 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LB54 JUV 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 JUV find?
LB54 JUV passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; rear axle bushes split, nearside and offside; rear exhaust box corroded.

Related registrations

Browse all LB54J registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.