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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,198 cc

LB54 NPNMOT history

LB54 NPN is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 20 Dec 2004. Its MOT expired on 21 Feb 2024 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 123,887 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Feb 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Feb 2024
Mileage
123,887 mi
At MOT on 18 Feb 2023
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,267 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 NPN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
20 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
18 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 NPN was last recorded at 123,887 miles on 18 Feb 2023, 6,340 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
117,547 miles · 12 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
6,340 miles
Average per year
7,267 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 123,887 miles
  • 2022 – 117,547 miles
  • 2021 – 102,893 miles
  • 2019 – 102,250 miles
  • 2018 – 8,273 miles
  • 2017 – 95,394 miles
  • 2016 – 92,501 miles
  • 2015 – 75,542 miles
  • 2014 – 67,223 miles
  • 2013 – 55,056 miles
  • 2012 – 47,364 miles
  • 2011 – 38,938 miles
  • 2010 – 25,157 miles
  • 2009 – 21,618 miles
  • 2008 – 17,801 miles
  • 2007 – 13,291 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,887 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Advise brake pads/fluid level light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Advise o/s/f cv boot perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Advise o/s/f tyre worn close to legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 30 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,887 miles (+6,340)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    123,887 miles
    Test number
    573113725145
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass117,547 miles (+14,654)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    117,547 miles
    Test number
    522475695908
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear back box corroded

  3. Pass102,893 miles (+643)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    102,893 miles
    Test number
    836083054946
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass102,250 miles (+14)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    102,250 miles
    Test number
    825995763514
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail102,236 miles (+93,963)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,236 miles
    Test number
    788938181696
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexible part (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass8,273 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    8,273 miles
    Test number
    839235203061
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail98,273 miles (+2,879)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,273 miles
    Test number
    232483881869
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing bolt (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing bolt (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass95,394 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    95,394 miles
    Test number
    594203009297
    • AdvisoryEngine Management Light on dash
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% both sides (1.1.A.3b)

  9. Fail95,394 miles (+2,893)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,394 miles
    Test number
    304950673993
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working replaced bulb (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine Management Light on dash
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% both sides (1.1.A.3b)

  10. Pass92,501 miles (+16,959)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    92,501 miles
    Test number
    480510313962

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass75,542 miles (+11)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    75,542 miles
    Test number
    481627832643
    • AdvisoryOffside Front rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryAdvise brake pads/fluid level light on
    • AdvisoryAdvise o/s/f cv boot perishing
    • AdvisoryAdvise o/s/f tyre worn close to legal limit
    • AdvisoryAdvise o/s/r tyre worn close to the legal limit

  12. Fail75,531 miles (+8,308)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,531 miles
    Test number
    347976446932
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint broken (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryAdvise brake pads/fluid level light on
    • AdvisoryAdvise o/s/f cv boot perishing
    • AdvisoryAdvise o/s/f tyre worn close to legal limit
    • AdvisoryAdvise o/s/r tyre worn close to the legal limit

  13. Pass67,223 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    67,223 miles
    Test number
    387410454327
    • NoteBrake pads light is on
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail67,223 miles (+12,167)1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,223 miles
    Test number
    976540054378
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteBrake pads light is on
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass55,056 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    55,056 miles
    Test number
    958405623372
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine light on
    • NoteThe exhaust tailpipe has started to deteriorate
    • NoteThe nearside rear tyre is worn to 3mm tread depth

  16. Fail55,056 miles (+7,692)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,056 miles
    Test number
    715895923340
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside 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)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine light on
    • NoteThe exhaust tailpipe has started to deteriorate
    • NoteThe nearside rear tyre is worn to 3mm tread depth

  17. Fail47,364 miles1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,364 miles
    Test number
    289806822375
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine light on
    • NoteTailpipe starting to deteriorate
    • NoteThe n/s/r tyre is worn to 2mm tread depth on the outer edge

  18. Pass47,364 miles (+8,426)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    47,364 miles
    Test number
    967786922309
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine light on
    • NoteTailpipe starting to deteriorate
    • NoteThe n/s/r tyre is worn to 2mm tread depth on the outer edge

  19. Pass38,938 miles (+13,781)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    38,938 miles
    Test number
    867520051354
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass25,157 miles (+3,539)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    25,157 miles
    Test number
    814691540369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass21,618 miles (+3,817)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    21,618 miles
    Test number
    830821139304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass17,801 miles (+4,510)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    17,801 miles
    Test number
    131063838360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass13,291 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    13,291 miles
    Test number
    291584037315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB54 NPN

Does LB54 NPN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB54 NPN expired on 21 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB54 NPN?
The MOT on LB54 NPN expired on 21 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB54 NPN done?
LB54 NPN was recorded at 123,887 miles at its MOT on 18 Feb 2023, an average of 7,267 miles a year.
Has LB54 NPN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 NPN has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Oct 2019.
Has the mileage on LB54 NPN 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 NPN find?
LB54 NPN passed its latest MOT on 18 Feb 2023 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play.

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