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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,198 cc

LB54 JVKMOT history

LB54 JVK is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 17 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 76,114 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jul 2027
Mileage
76,114 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,367 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 JVK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
17 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 JVK was last recorded at 76,114 miles on 28 Jul 2026, 1,656 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,458 miles · 26 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,656 miles
Average per year
3,367 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,114 miles
  • 2024 – 74,458 miles
  • 2022 – 71,976 miles
  • 2021 – 71,433 miles
  • 2020 – 68,215 miles
  • 2019 – 65,412 miles
  • 2018 – 60,302 miles
  • 2017 – 55,441 miles
  • 2016 – 51,164 miles
  • 2015 – 46,896 miles
  • 2014 – 43,207 miles
  • 2013 – 39,603 miles
  • 2012 – 34,779 miles
  • 2011 – 32,263 miles
  • 2010 – 26,187 miles
  • 2009 – 23,464 miles
  • 2008 – 17,159 miles
  • 2007 – 13,398 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,114 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 12 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,114 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    76,114 miles
    Test number
    763319559967
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail76,112 miles (+1,654)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,112 miles
    Test number
    887381914298
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass74,458 miles (+2,482)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    74,458 miles
    Test number
    752229628720
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass71,976 miles (+543)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    71,976 miles
    Test number
    780151018292
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass71,433 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    71,433 miles
    Test number
    586740275495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail71,433 miles (+3,218)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,433 miles
    Test number
    602884416737
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass68,215 miles (+2,803)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    68,215 miles
    Test number
    764839069006
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexipipe and centre clamp in poor condition

  8. Pass65,412 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    65,412 miles
    Test number
    833176087641
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail65,412 miles (+5,110)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,412 miles
    Test number
    835827632336
    • MajorNearside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass60,302 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    60,302 miles
    Test number
    167575436327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail60,302 miles (+4,861)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,302 miles
    Test number
    475265355349
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass55,441 miles (+4,277)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    55,441 miles
    Test number
    435289416806
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower suspension arms, rear bushes in poor condition

  13. Pass51,164 miles (+4,268)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    51,164 miles
    Test number
    816758586271
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  14. Pass46,896 miles (+3,689)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    46,896 miles
    Test number
    895675613480
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass43,207 miles (+3,604)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    43,207 miles
    Test number
    525182944354
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Pass39,603 miles (+4,824)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    39,603 miles
    Test number
    479900753370
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront antiroll bar rusting around mounting points

  17. Pass34,779 miles (+2,516)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    34,779 miles
    Test number
    407840952359
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass32,263 miles (+6,076)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    32,263 miles
    Test number
    997830141387
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass26,187 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    26,187 miles
    Test number
    440257340384
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inside edges
    • NoteLong handbrake travel
    • NoteNear side rear tyre worn on outside edge

  20. Fail26,187 miles (+2,723)2 repaired3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,187 miles
    Test number
    772397340314
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inside edges
    • NoteLong handbrake travel
    • NoteNear side rear tyre worn on outside edge

  21. Pass23,464 miles (+6,305)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    23,464 miles
    Test number
    331925449321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass17,159 miles (+3,761)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    17,159 miles
    Test number
    203992058358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass13,398 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    13,398 miles
    Test number
    274106747398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB54 JVK

Does LB54 JVK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB54 JVK is valid until 27 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB54 JVK?
The MOT on LB54 JVK is valid until 27 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB54 JVK done?
LB54 JVK was recorded at 76,114 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2026, an average of 3,367 miles a year.
Has LB54 JVK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 JVK has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LB54 JVK 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 JVK find?
LB54 JVK passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; offside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; oil leak, but not excessive.

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