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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

LK54 RFLMOT history

LK54 RFL is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Dec 2004. Its MOT expired on 14 Sept 2023 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 112,890 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2022.

LK54 RFL silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 14 Sept 2023
Mileage
112,890 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2022
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,065 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK54 RFL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
31 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK54 RFL was last recorded at 112,890 miles on 9 Sept 2022, 6,341 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,549 miles · 13 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
6,341 miles
Average per year
7,065 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 112,890 miles
  • 2021 – 106,549 miles
  • 2020 – 98,788 miles
  • 2019 – 88,680 miles
  • 2018 – 75,923 miles
  • 2017 – 72,003 miles
  • 2016 – 70,178 miles
  • 2015 – 67,010 miles
  • 2014 – 58,508 miles
  • 2013 – 47,847 miles
  • 2012 – 35,022 miles
  • 2011 – 21,504 miles
  • 2010 – 16,839 miles
  • 2009 – 14,635 miles
  • 2008 – 11,086 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,890 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

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.

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

20 tests since 12 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,890 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    112,890 miles
    Test number
    589631718622
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail112,890 miles (+6,341)1 repaired2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,890 miles
    Test number
    295217774833
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass106,549 miles (+7,761)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    106,549 miles
    Test number
    994297415769
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated small split (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering , suspension components corroded

  4. Pass98,788 miles (+54)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    98,788 miles
    Test number
    677951828883
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail98,734 miles (+10,054)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,734 miles
    Test number
    475927849807
    • MajorNearside Front Sub-frame is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass88,680 miles (+12,757)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    88,680 miles
    Test number
    798052058723
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Pass75,923 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    75,923 miles
    Test number
    385111789117
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Quite bad - replace soon (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers corroding

  8. Fail75,923 miles (+3,920)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,923 miles
    Test number
    352282946676
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Quite bad - replace soon (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers corroding

  9. Pass72,003 miles (+1,825)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    72,003 miles
    Test number
    103797624452
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisorySlight damage on n/s/r wheel rim
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  10. Pass70,178 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    70,178 miles
    Test number
    349856304176
    • 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)

  11. Fail70,178 miles (+3,168)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,178 miles
    Test number
    505472207912
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • 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)

  12. Fail67,010 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,010 miles
    Test number
    639052655012
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  13. Pass67,010 miles (+8,502)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    67,010 miles
    Test number
    676812055084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass58,508 miles (+10,661)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    58,508 miles
    Test number
    225172994025
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass47,847 miles (+12,825)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    47,847 miles
    Test number
    565685293032
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass35,022 miles (+13,518)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    35,022 miles
    Test number
    555813392081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass21,504 miles (+4,665)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    21,504 miles
    Test number
    619561101190
    • NoteOsr tyre perishing
    • NotePlastic covers fitted

  18. Pass16,839 miles (+2,204)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    16,839 miles
    Test number
    164224400137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass14,635 miles (+3,549)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    14,635 miles
    Test number
    281667889034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass11,086 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    11,086 miles
    Test number
    894343608100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LK54 RFL

Does LK54 RFL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LK54 RFL expired on 14 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LK54 RFL?
The MOT on LK54 RFL expired on 14 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LK54 RFL done?
LK54 RFL was recorded at 112,890 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2022, an average of 7,065 miles a year.
Has LK54 RFL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK54 RFL has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on LK54 RFL 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 LK54 RFL find?
LK54 RFL passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2022 with 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: nearside outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 7 more.

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