Volkswagen logo

Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,198 cc

LB54 XXKMOT history

LB54 XXK is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 25 Jan 2005. Its MOT expired on 20 Feb 2025 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 130,756 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Feb 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Feb 2025
Mileage
130,756 mi
At MOT on 21 Feb 2025
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,888 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LB54 XXK in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 XXK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
25 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
21 Feb 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB54 XXK was last recorded at 130,756 miles on 21 Feb 2025, 12,944 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,812 miles · 21 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
12,944 miles
Average per year
5,888 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 130,756 miles
  • 2024 – 117,812 miles
  • 2023 – 101,026 miles
  • 2022 – 84,522 miles
  • 2021 – 71,571 miles
  • 2020 – 66,044 miles
  • 2019 – 59,854 miles
  • 2018 – 56,924 miles
  • 2017 – 54,315 miles
  • 2015 – 48,209 miles
  • 2014 – 45,112 miles
  • 2013 – 43,860 miles
  • 2012 – 42,161 miles
  • 2011 – 40,183 miles
  • 2010 – 36,190 miles
  • 2009 – 33,608 miles
  • 2008 – 30,373 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail130,756 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • 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 Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

What MOT failures 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 the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 4 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail130,756 miles (+12,944)10 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,756 miles
    Test number
    452914999066
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • 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 Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass117,812 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    117,812 miles
    Test number
    899065298422
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight blow at flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s/f and n/s/r (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer rusty

  3. Fail117,812 miles (+16,786)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,812 miles
    Test number
    741902327212
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight blow at flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s/f and n/s/r (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer rusty

  4. Pass101,026 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    101,026 miles
    Test number
    566692633150
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail101,026 miles (+16,504)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,026 miles
    Test number
    739209261036
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass84,522 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    84,522 miles
    Test number
    228257111588
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wingmirror cover damaged
    • AdvisoryRear silencer corroded

  7. Fail84,522 miles (+12,951)1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,522 miles
    Test number
    228912408789
    • Repaired at testFront Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wingmirror cover damaged
    • AdvisoryRear silencer corroded

  8. Pass71,571 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    71,571 miles
    Test number
    858535721231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail71,571 miles (+5,527)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,571 miles
    Test number
    560543280380
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass66,044 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    66,044 miles
    Test number
    382981176249
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail66,044 miles (+6,190)1 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,044 miles
    Test number
    902179502210
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury mirror (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass59,854 miles (+2,930)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    59,854 miles
    Test number
    293315654244
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer case corroded

  13. Pass56,924 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    56,924 miles
    Test number
    265895232208
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  14. Fail56,924 miles (+2,609)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,924 miles
    Test number
    690023643177
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  15. Pass54,315 miles (+6,106)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    54,315 miles
    Test number
    452908605366
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system surface corrosion

  16. Pass48,209 miles (+3,097)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    48,209 miles
    Test number
    939429115261
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass45,112 miles (+1,252)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    45,112 miles
    Test number
    867689644075
    • 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)

  18. Pass43,860 miles (+1,699)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    43,860 miles
    Test number
    269688573033
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass42,161 miles (+1,978)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    42,161 miles
    Test number
    178690162442
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass40,183 miles (+3,993)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    40,183 miles
    Test number
    895090221077
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass36,190 miles (+2,582)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    36,190 miles
    Test number
    803098020039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass33,608 miles (+3,235)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    33,608 miles
    Test number
    970052649033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass30,373 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    30,373 miles
    Test number
    821905838017
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  24. Fail30,373 miles2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,373 miles
    Test number
    910895438009
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Questions about LB54 XXK

Does LB54 XXK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB54 XXK expired on 20 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB54 XXK?
The MOT on LB54 XXK expired on 20 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB54 XXK done?
LB54 XXK was recorded at 130,756 miles at its MOT on 21 Feb 2025, an average of 5,888 miles a year.
Has LB54 XXK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 XXK has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LB54 XXK 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 XXK find?
LB54 XXK failed its latest MOT on 21 Feb 2025 with 10 major defects and 5 advisories: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases, and 12 more.

Related registrations

Browse all LB54X registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.