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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,198 cc

LL54 EKAMOT history

LL54 EKA is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 16 Feb 2005. Its MOT is valid until 9 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 78,204 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Aug 2026.

LL54 EKA blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 9 Aug 2027
Mileage
78,204 mi
At MOT on 10 Aug 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,887 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL54 EKA
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
16 Feb 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL54 EKA was last recorded at 78,204 miles on 10 Aug 2026, 622 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,582 miles · 20 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
622 miles
Average per year
2,887 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,204 miles
  • 2024 – 77,582 miles
  • 2023 – 76,948 miles
  • 2022 – 74,309 miles
  • 2021 – 72,122 miles
  • 2020 – 69,488 miles
  • 2019 – 66,292 miles
  • 2017 – 63,670 miles
  • 2016 – 56,402 miles
  • 2015 – 51,697 miles
  • 2014 – 47,907 miles
  • 2013 – 43,277 miles
  • 2012 – 40,785 miles
  • 2011 – 35,655 miles
  • 2010 – 31,128 miles
  • 2009 – 26,485 miles
  • 2008 – 24,833 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,204 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNote front tyre size 215/40/17 rear tyres 205/40/17

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 Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear child seat base fitted to isofix

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Different size tyres fitted front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 13 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,204 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    78,204 miles
    Test number
    571349045398
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNote front tyre size 215/40/17 rear tyres 205/40/17
  2. Fail78,204 miles (+622)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,204 miles
    Test number
    760285157126
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNote front tyre size 215/40/17 rear tyres 205/40/17
  3. Pass77,582 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    77,582 miles
    Test number
    211400835013
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Fail77,582 miles (+634)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,582 miles
    Test number
    795055929715
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass76,948 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    76,948 miles
    Test number
    554525668992
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear child seat base fitted to isofix
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDifferent size tyres fitted front to rear
  6. Fail76,945 miles (+2,636)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,945 miles
    Test number
    360817236545
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear child seat base fitted to isofix
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDifferent size tyres fitted front to rear
  7. Pass74,309 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    74,309 miles
    Test number
    327400828213
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Fail74,309 miles (+2,187)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,309 miles
    Test number
    423318800193
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  9. Pass72,122 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    72,122 miles
    Test number
    376743929910
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded
  10. Fail72,122 miles (+2,634)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,122 miles
    Test number
    208988563256
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working stays on (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded
  11. Pass69,488 miles (+3,196)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    69,488 miles
    Test number
    909114024741
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust box damage and the shield corroded, (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass66,292 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    66,292 miles
    Test number
    767552279949

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail66,292 miles (+2,622)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,292 miles
    Test number
    518149671536
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  14. Pass63,670 miles (+7,268)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    63,670 miles
    Test number
    340061949864
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system in poor condition
  15. Pass56,402 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    56,402 miles
    Test number
    339543827086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail56,402 miles (+4,705)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,402 miles
    Test number
    337300504933
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
  17. Pass51,697 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    51,697 miles
    Test number
    710497680790

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail51,696 miles (+3,789)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,696 miles
    Test number
    295510669670
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
  19. Pass47,907 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    47,907 miles
    Test number
    368311364238
    • NoteNoise from gearbox.
    • NoteRear indicator bulbs are very faded.
    • NoteRear tyres are worn low on the inner edges.
  20. Fail47,907 miles (+4,630)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,907 miles
    Test number
    317261164278
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteNoise from gearbox.
    • NoteRear indicator bulbs are very faded.
    • NoteRear tyres are worn low on the inner edges.
  21. Pass43,277 miles (+2,492)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    43,277 miles
    Test number
    289941763249
    • NoteCorrosion on exhaust
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing low on inner edge
  22. Pass40,785 miles (+5,130)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    40,785 miles
    Test number
    988771282022
    • NoteDamage on front tyre sidewalls
    • NoteUneven wear on offside rear tyre
  23. Pass35,655 miles (+4,527)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    35,655 miles
    Test number
    685653281013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass31,128 miles (+4,643)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    31,128 miles
    Test number
    150094950069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass26,485 miles (+1,652)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    26,485 miles
    Test number
    171863949408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass24,833 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    24,833 miles
    Test number
    381414648087
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about LL54 EKA

Does LL54 EKA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL54 EKA is valid until 9 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL54 EKA?
The MOT on LL54 EKA is valid until 9 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL54 EKA done?
LL54 EKA was recorded at 78,204 miles at its MOT on 10 Aug 2026, an average of 2,887 miles a year.
Has LL54 EKA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL54 EKA has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LL54 EKA 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 LL54 EKA find?
LL54 EKA passed its latest MOT on 10 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; note front tyre size 215/40/17 rear tyres 205/40/17.

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