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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,422 cc

LB54 XSUMOT history

LB54 XSU is a blue diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 18 Jan 2005. Its MOT expired on 7 Aug 2024 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 134,130 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Aug 2024
Mileage
134,130 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2023
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,582 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 XSU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,422 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
18 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 XSU was last recorded at 134,130 miles on 27 Jul 2023, 4,512 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,618 miles · 8 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
4,512 miles
Average per year
4,582 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 134,130 miles
  • 2022 – 129,618 miles
  • 2021 – 126,356 miles
  • 2020 – 112,100 miles
  • 2017 – 110,081 miles
  • 2016 – 105,492 miles
  • 2015 – 103,814 miles
  • 2014 – 101,640 miles
  • 2013 – 101,574 miles
  • 2011 – 88,786 miles
  • 2010 – 78,874 miles
  • 2009 – 75,122 miles
  • 2008 – 66,414 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,130 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside and offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Brake fluid close to minimum mark

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside front tyre starting to lightly wear on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

17 tests since 15 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,130 miles (+4,512)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    134,130 miles
    Test number
    164452423319
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside and offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass129,618 miles (+19)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    129,618 miles
    Test number
    523217034021
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre starting to lightly wear on inner edge

  3. Fail129,599 miles (+3,243)2 dangerous10 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,599 miles
    Test number
    310037069742
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed through cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake drum contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre starting to lightly wear on inner edge

  4. Pass126,356 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    126,356 miles
    Test number
    791905898071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail126,356 miles (+14,256)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,356 miles
    Test number
    585628960623
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass112,100 miles (+2,019)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    112,100 miles
    Test number
    872967740248
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  7. Pass110,081 miles (+4,589)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    110,081 miles
    Test number
    164279181931
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  8. Pass105,492 miles (+1,678)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    105,492 miles
    Test number
    356257931597

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass103,814 miles (+2,174)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    103,814 miles
    Test number
    117989782248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass101,640 miles (+66)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    101,640 miles
    Test number
    279030234398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass101,574 miles (+12,788)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    101,574 miles
    Test number
    818151833312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass88,786 miles (+9,912)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    88,786 miles
    Test number
    715991351306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass78,874 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    78,874 miles
    Test number
    453061550380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail78,869 miles (+3,747)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,869 miles
    Test number
    510269440342
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass75,122 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    75,122 miles
    Test number
    421163409372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail75,121 miles (+8,707)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,121 miles
    Test number
    232902109310
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) obscured more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • Note1/ nsr tyre just in limit wearing from inside 2/ catalyst converter is noisy / but not yet defective .

  17. Pass66,414 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    66,414 miles
    Test number
    691649888276
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB54 XSU

Does LB54 XSU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB54 XSU expired on 7 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB54 XSU?
The MOT on LB54 XSU expired on 7 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB54 XSU done?
LB54 XSU was recorded at 134,130 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2023, an average of 4,582 miles a year.
Has LB54 XSU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 XSU has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LB54 XSU 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 XSU find?
LB54 XSU passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2023 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside and offside.

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