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Volkswagen Polo

Green · Petrol · 2005 · 1,198 cc

LB54 NHHMOT history

LB54 NHH is a green petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 19 Jan 2005. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 87,155 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jan 2027
Mileage
87,155 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,246 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 NHH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
19 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 NHH was last recorded at 87,155 miles on 8 Jan 2026, 3,303 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,852 miles · 14 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,303 miles
Average per year
3,246 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,155 miles
  • 2025 – 83,852 miles
  • 2023 – 78,570 miles
  • 2022 – 71,737 miles
  • 2020 – 68,514 miles
  • 2019 – 65,834 miles
  • 2018 – 63,620 miles
  • 2017 – 61,253 miles
  • 2016 – 59,465 miles
  • 2015 – 57,232 miles
  • 2014 – 54,223 miles
  • 2013 – 51,936 miles
  • 2012 – 49,083 miles
  • 2011 – 42,497 miles
  • 2010 – 38,851 miles
  • 2008 – 34,401 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,155 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak coolant flange on the head side is covered in powdered layer of coolant
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on the edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft seal is misting gearbox oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on the edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft seal is misting gearbox oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil sump suggests misting of oil around the sump seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both inner joints got play- replacement is strongly recommended
  • AdvisoryRear Back box is 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 16 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,155 miles (+3,303)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    87,155 miles
    Test number
    176518937647
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak coolant flange on the head side is covered in powdered layer of coolant
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on the edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft seal is misting gearbox oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on the edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft seal is misting gearbox oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil sump suggests misting of oil around the sump seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both inner joints got play- replacement is strongly recommended
    • AdvisoryRear Back box is corroded

  2. Pass83,852 miles (+5,282)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    83,852 miles
    Test number
    735567219171
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre edge is worn (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass78,570 miles (+3,121)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    78,570 miles
    Test number
    967786929368
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side mirror lower external casing is damaged.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass75,449 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    75,449 miles
    Test number
    931009725064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail75,443 miles (+3,706)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,443 miles
    Test number
    148995749695
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  6. Pass71,737 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    71,737 miles
    Test number
    528272254964
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail71,737 miles (+3,223)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,737 miles
    Test number
    300093425512
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass68,514 miles (+2,680)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    68,514 miles
    Test number
    687905550924
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass65,834 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    65,834 miles
    Test number
    563475767998

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail65,834 miles (+2,214)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,834 miles
    Test number
    911107348284
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass63,620 miles (+2,367)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    63,620 miles
    Test number
    560950785058
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  12. Pass61,253 miles (+1,788)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    61,253 miles
    Test number
    492054681515
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance Bulb showing minor white. (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear exhaust silencer heavily corroded/outer skin split.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance Bulb showing minor white. (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass59,465 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    59,465 miles
    Test number
    239081249459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail59,465 miles (+2,233)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,465 miles
    Test number
    606990448343
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Coil spring not correctly located Spring lower coil out of cup (2.4.C.2)

  15. Pass57,232 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    57,232 miles
    Test number
    431248383431
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear both rear tyre's tread cracking

  16. Fail57,232 miles (+3,009)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,232 miles
    Test number
    871847183690
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear both rear tyre's tread cracking

  17. Pass54,223 miles (+2,287)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    54,223 miles
    Test number
    387423164367
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass51,936 miles (+2,853)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    51,936 miles
    Test number
    466141363428
    • DangerousOffside front shock absorber needs to be realigned
    • 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)

  19. Pass49,083 miles (+3,023)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    49,083 miles
    Test number
    227173862318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail46,060 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,060 miles
    Test number
    247917002095
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass46,060 miles (+3,563)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    46,060 miles
    Test number
    389837302054
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass42,497 miles (+3,646)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    42,497 miles
    Test number
    608665711011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass38,851 miles (+4,450)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    38,851 miles
    Test number
    491866210058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass34,401 miles (+5,604)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    34,401 miles
    Test number
    843042668388
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteShallow cut nearside front tyre sidewall

  25. Pass28,797 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    28,797 miles
    Test number
    972306018062
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB54 NHH

Does LB54 NHH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB54 NHH is valid until 19 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB54 NHH?
The MOT on LB54 NHH is valid until 19 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 NHH done?
LB54 NHH was recorded at 87,155 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2026, an average of 3,246 miles a year.
Has LB54 NHH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 NHH has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LB54 NHH 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 NHH find?
LB54 NHH passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; coolant leak coolant flange on the head side is covered in powdered layer of coolant; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on the edge, and 7 more.

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