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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 1,422 cc

LB54 RUUMOT history

LB54 RUU is a silver diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 24 Dec 2004. Its MOT expired on 28 Nov 2022 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 170,345 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Nov 2022
Mileage
170,345 mi
At MOT on 29 Nov 2021
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
9,907 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 RUU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,422 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
24 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
29 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 RUU was last recorded at 170,345 miles on 29 Nov 2021, 12,191 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,154 miles · 19 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
12,191 miles
Average per year
9,907 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 170,345 miles
  • 2020 – 158,154 miles
  • 2019 – 138,298 miles
  • 2018 – 124,011 miles
  • 2017 – 115,241 miles
  • 2016 – 106,854 miles
  • 2015 – 106,853 miles
  • 2014 – 95,611 miles
  • 2013 – 86,901 miles
  • 2012 – 75,991 miles
  • 2011 – 66,787 miles
  • 2010 – 57,782 miles
  • 2009 – 50,348 miles
  • 2008 – 41,887 miles
  • 2007 – 31,877 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,345 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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.

  • Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2011

Full MOT history

23 tests since 8 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,345 miles4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    170,345 miles
    Test number
    211404981507
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Fail170,345 miles (+12,191)1 repaired4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,345 miles
    Test number
    384689407809
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Pass158,154 miles (+19,856)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    158,154 miles
    Test number
    653473939968
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass138,298 miles (+14,287)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    138,298 miles
    Test number
    181585997214
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. Pass124,011 miles (+8,770)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    124,011 miles
    Test number
    210144929332
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  6. Pass115,241 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    115,241 miles
    Test number
    362438286509
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  7. FailMileage not read3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    281593893525
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  8. Pass106,854 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    106,854 miles
    Test number
    846052811306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail106,853 miles (+11,242)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,853 miles
    Test number
    263092531692
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  10. Pass95,611 miles (+8,710)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    95,611 miles
    Test number
    607365944361
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  11. Fail86,901 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,901 miles
    Test number
    245674953355
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Pass86,901 miles (+10,910)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    86,901 miles
    Test number
    985454553390
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Pass75,991 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    75,991 miles
    Test number
    577053652327
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail75,991 miles (+9,204)5 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,991 miles
    Test number
    175353752396
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBrake warning lamp on
    • NoteO/s/r upper sidelight not working

  15. Pass66,787 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    66,787 miles
    Test number
    347405551392
    • NoteBrake pad warning lamp on

  16. Fail66,787 miles (+9,005)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,787 miles
    Test number
    568405251347
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteBrake pad warning lamp on

  17. Pass57,782 miles (+7,434)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    57,782 miles
    Test number
    541275550383
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail50,348 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,348 miles
    Test number
    300063459347
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass50,348 miles (+8,461)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    50,348 miles
    Test number
    963103059383
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass41,887 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    41,887 miles
    Test number
    430608948314
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

  21. Fail41,887 miles (+10,010)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,887 miles
    Test number
    783378548386
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureRear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

  22. Fail31,877 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,877 miles
    Test number
    273402447348
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Pass31,877 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    31,877 miles
    Test number
    454342847421
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LB54 RUU

Does LB54 RUU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB54 RUU expired on 28 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB54 RUU?
The MOT on LB54 RUU expired on 28 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB54 RUU done?
LB54 RUU was recorded at 170,345 miles at its MOT on 29 Nov 2021, an average of 9,907 miles a year.
Has LB54 RUU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 RUU has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LB54 RUU 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 RUU find?
LB54 RUU passed its latest MOT on 29 Nov 2021 with 4 minor defects and 3 advisories: front windscreen wiper blade defective both sides; nearside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated, and 4 more.

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