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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 1,198 cc

LM54 DHGMOT history

LM54 DHG is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 17 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 17 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 24,950 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Dec 2025.

LM54 DHG grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Dec 2026
Mileage
24,950 mi
At MOT on 17 Dec 2025
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,182 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 DHG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
17 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 DHG was last recorded at 24,950 miles on 17 Dec 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
24,950 miles · 16 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,182 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 24,950 miles
  • 2024 – 22,692 miles
  • 2023 – 21,863 miles
  • 2022 – 20,535 miles
  • 2021 – 19,122 miles
  • 2020 – 17,492 miles
  • 2019 – 15,915 miles
  • 2018 – 14,605 miles
  • 2017 – 13,972 miles
  • 2016 – 13,067 miles
  • 2015 – 11,975 miles
  • 2014 – 10,809 miles
  • 2013 – 9,961 miles
  • 2012 – 9,305 miles
  • 2011 – 8,208 miles
  • 2010 – 7,601 miles
  • 2009 – 6,734 miles
  • 2008 – 4,697 miles
  • 2007 – 3,620 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass24,950 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

25 tests since 3 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass24,950 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    24,950 miles
    Test number
    201892428734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail24,950 miles (+2,258)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,950 miles
    Test number
    639433236906
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Pass22,692 miles (+829)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    22,692 miles
    Test number
    497730865223
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass21,863 miles (+1,328)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    21,863 miles
    Test number
    406135378876
    • AdvisoryVehicle restricted view

  5. Pass20,535 miles (+1,413)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    20,535 miles
    Test number
    344402834819

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass19,122 miles (+1,630)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    19,122 miles
    Test number
    516125506942
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass17,492 miles (+1,577)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    17,492 miles
    Test number
    127595026171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass15,915 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    15,915 miles
    Test number
    999591089821

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail15,915 miles (+1,310)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,915 miles
    Test number
    126112683075
    • MajorNearside Front Steering arm deformed steering tie rod, steering rod bent to excess. steering rack should be replaced. (2.1.3 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering arm deformed (2.1.3 (c) (i))

  10. Pass14,605 miles (+633)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    14,605 miles
    Test number
    875993442593
    • AdvisoryRear rear exhaust system corroded.

  11. Pass13,972 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    13,972 miles
    Test number
    763558884420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail13,969 miles (+902)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,969 miles
    Test number
    117254561134
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass13,067 miles (+1,092)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    13,067 miles
    Test number
    170033736118
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres cracking on walls
    • AdvisoryBoth front anti-roll bar links worn

  14. Pass11,975 miles (+1,166)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    11,975 miles
    Test number
    560538402151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended rear wishbone bush (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre cracked but not showing cords

  15. Pass10,809 miles (+848)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    10,809 miles
    Test number
    208825734344
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass9,961 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    9,961 miles
    Test number
    398954943394
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Fail9,961 miles (+656)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,961 miles
    Test number
    709914843397
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Pass9,305 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    9,305 miles
    Test number
    995431832356
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail9,305 miles (+1,097)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,305 miles
    Test number
    305551632356
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass8,208 miles (+607)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    8,208 miles
    Test number
    948796331336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass7,601 miles (+867)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    7,601 miles
    Test number
    201800440357
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  22. Pass6,734 miles (+2,037)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    6,734 miles
    Test number
    821424049332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass4,697 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    4,697 miles
    Test number
    400580938492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail4,697 miles (+1,077)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,697 miles
    Test number
    293749028341
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Pass3,620 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    3,620 miles
    Test number
    683277037324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM54 DHG

Does LM54 DHG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM54 DHG is valid until 17 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LM54 DHG?
The MOT on LM54 DHG is valid until 17 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM54 DHG done?
LM54 DHG was recorded at 24,950 miles at its MOT on 17 Dec 2025, an average of 1,182 miles a year.
Has LM54 DHG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 DHG has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LM54 DHG 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 LM54 DHG find?
LM54 DHG passed its latest MOT on 17 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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