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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,198 cc

LB54 RBYMOT history

LB54 RBY is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 25 Jan 2005. Its MOT expired on 31 Jan 2023 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 103,426 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Jan 2023
Mileage
103,426 mi
At MOT on 1 Feb 2022
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,305 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 RBY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
25 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
1 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 RBY was last recorded at 103,426 miles on 1 Feb 2022, 5,898 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,528 miles · 12 May 2021
Between the last two tests
5,898 miles
Average per year
6,305 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 103,426 miles
  • 2021 – 97,528 miles
  • 2020 – 92,632 miles
  • 2019 – 87,644 miles
  • 2018 – 80,755 miles
  • 2017 – 77,160 miles
  • 2016 – 69,914 miles
  • 2015 – 64,358 miles
  • 2014 – 59,665 miles
  • 2013 – 55,029 miles
  • 2012 – 49,431 miles
  • 2011 – 41,781 miles
  • 2010 – 35,311 miles
  • 2009 – 25,989 miles
  • 2008 – 19,797 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,426 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryExhaust front flexi pipe deteriorated
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin 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.

  • Rear exhaust box corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass103,426 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    103,426 miles
    Test number
    974876792980
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust front flexi pipe deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin corroded

  2. Fail103,416 miles (+5,888)1 dangerous1 major1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,416 miles
    Test number
    880069362374
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust front flexi pipe deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin corroded

  3. Pass97,528 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2022
    Odometer
    97,528 miles
    Test number
    679112302726
    • AdvisoryCenter exhaust bracket corroded away
    • AdvisoryFront flexi section of exhaust slight leak
    • AdvisoryNear side front tyre worn on inside edge
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer poor condition

  4. Fail97,528 miles (+4,896)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,528 miles
    Test number
    386492021423
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCenter exhaust bracket corroded away
    • AdvisoryFront flexi section of exhaust slight leak
    • AdvisoryNear side front tyre worn on inside edge
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer poor condition

  5. Pass92,632 miles (+4,988)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2021
    Odometer
    92,632 miles
    Test number
    398419883922

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass87,644 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    87,644 miles
    Test number
    549342821448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail87,644 miles (+6,889)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,644 miles
    Test number
    339178401723
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to oil below minimum (8.2.1.2 (d))

  8. Pass80,755 miles (+3,595)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    80,755 miles
    Test number
    826082208615
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on the inside

  9. Pass77,160 miles (+7,246)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    77,160 miles
    Test number
    255064607119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass69,914 miles (+160)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    69,914 miles
    Test number
    229951921154
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  11. Fail69,754 miles (+5,396)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,754 miles
    Test number
    901322604100
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed damage to outer sidewall exposing cords 185/60R14 (4.1.D.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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 2mm 185/60R14 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  12. Pass64,358 miles (+4,693)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    64,358 miles
    Test number
    762740585053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass59,665 miles (+4,636)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    59,665 miles
    Test number
    625091284294
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass55,029 miles (+12)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    55,029 miles
    Test number
    769762203329
    • 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)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracked and perished

  15. Fail55,017 miles (+5,586)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,017 miles
    Test number
    725575393222
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear end of vehicle has damage - towing eye and spare wheel holder
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer outer casing is deteriated

  16. Pass49,431 miles (+7,650)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    49,431 miles
    Test number
    626013392233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass41,781 miles (+6,470)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    41,781 miles
    Test number
    457203291274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,311 miles (+9,322)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    35,311 miles
    Test number
    544940200356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass25,989 miles (+6,192)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    25,989 miles
    Test number
    232981989216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass19,797 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    19,797 miles
    Test number
    840691808374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB54 RBY

Does LB54 RBY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB54 RBY expired on 31 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB54 RBY?
The MOT on LB54 RBY expired on 31 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB54 RBY done?
LB54 RBY was recorded at 103,426 miles at its MOT on 1 Feb 2022, an average of 6,305 miles a year.
Has LB54 RBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 RBY has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LB54 RBY 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 RBY find?
LB54 RBY passed its latest MOT on 1 Feb 2022 with 3 advisories: offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; exhaust front flexi pipe deteriorated; rear exhaust box outer skin corroded.

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