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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,198 cc

LB54 VTVMOT history

LB54 VTV is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 19 Jan 2005. Its MOT expired on 16 Jan 2025 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 54,748 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Jan 2025
Mileage
54,748 mi
At MOT on 17 Jan 2024
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,482 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 VTV
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
19 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
17 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 VTV was last recorded at 54,748 miles on 17 Jan 2024, 3,649 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,099 miles · 1 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
3,649 miles
Average per year
2,482 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 54,748 miles
  • 2022 – 51,099 miles
  • 2021 – 47,386 miles
  • 2020 – 40,692 miles
  • 2019 – 40,529 miles
  • 2018 – 39,936 miles
  • 2017 – 39,002 miles
  • 2016 – 37,998 miles
  • 2015 – 37,179 miles
  • 2014 – 35,217 miles
  • 2013 – 32,240 miles
  • 2012 – 29,419 miles
  • 2011 – 27,860 miles
  • 2009 – 26,161 miles
  • 2008 – 15,767 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass54,748 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (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.

  • Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2017–2020

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Undertrays fitted obscuring some components

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2022

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Under covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 3 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass54,748 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    54,748 miles
    Test number
    225388314194
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))

  2. Fail54,748 miles (+3,649)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,748 miles
    Test number
    467401647382
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))

  3. Pass51,099 miles (+3,713)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    51,099 miles
    Test number
    719056480998
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle deformed but serviceable rear axle corroded (5.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rear shockers corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some components

  4. Pass47,386 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    47,386 miles
    Test number
    842893580287
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted

  5. Fail47,386 miles (+6,694)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,386 miles
    Test number
    936892401530
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted

  6. Pass40,692 miles (+16)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    40,692 miles
    Test number
    347023840865
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  7. Fail40,676 miles (+147)1 major1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,676 miles
    Test number
    473652954845
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  8. Pass40,529 miles (+593)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    40,529 miles
    Test number
    899954311139
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components
    • 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))

  9. Pass39,936 miles (+934)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    39,936 miles
    Test number
    128544688961
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some components

  10. Pass39,002 miles (+75)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    39,002 miles
    Test number
    877831893770
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  11. Fail38,927 miles (+929)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,927 miles
    Test number
    487080769171
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  12. Pass37,998 miles (+819)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    37,998 miles
    Test number
    876080070688
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some components

  13. Pass37,179 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    37,179 miles
    Test number
    119793155102
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail37,179 miles (+1,962)2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,179 miles
    Test number
    659903755137
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass35,217 miles (+2,977)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    35,217 miles
    Test number
    229451954144
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteExhaust system corroded

  16. Pass32,240 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2014
    Odometer
    32,240 miles
    Test number
    136633943169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail32,240 miles (+2,821)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,240 miles
    Test number
    356102443114
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  18. Pass29,419 miles (+1,559)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2013
    Odometer
    29,419 miles
    Test number
    877405622188
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  19. Pass27,860 miles (+1,699)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2012
    Odometer
    27,860 miles
    Test number
    778384131185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass26,161 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    26,161 miles
    Test number
    323387839381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail26,161 miles (+3,307)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,161 miles
    Test number
    974597439304
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  22. Pass22,854 miles (+7,087)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    22,854 miles
    Test number
    994846059167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass15,767 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2009
    Odometer
    15,767 miles
    Test number
    782704028125
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteLong travel on parking brake lever

Questions about LB54 VTV

Does LB54 VTV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB54 VTV expired on 16 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB54 VTV?
The MOT on LB54 VTV expired on 16 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB54 VTV done?
LB54 VTV was recorded at 54,748 miles at its MOT on 17 Jan 2024, an average of 2,482 miles a year.
Has LB54 VTV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 VTV has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LB54 VTV 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 VTV find?
LB54 VTV passed its latest MOT on 17 Jan 2024 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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