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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,198 cc

LM54 DJVMOT history

LM54 DJV is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 17 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 81,786 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jun 2026.

LM54 DJV silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jul 2027
Mileage
81,786 mi
At MOT on 25 Jun 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,102 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 DJV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
17 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 DJV was last recorded at 81,786 miles on 25 Jun 2026, 4,229 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,557 miles · 10 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
4,229 miles
Average per year
3,102 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,786 miles
  • 2025 – 77,557 miles
  • 2024 – 74,899 miles
  • 2023 – 71,889 miles
  • 2022 – 69,464 miles
  • 2020 – 64,821 miles
  • 2019 – 63,985 miles
  • 2018 – 60,963 miles
  • 2017 – 58,772 miles
  • 2015 – 55,524 miles
  • 2014 – 54,909 miles
  • 2013 – 50,489 miles
  • 2012 – 46,323 miles
  • 2010 – 43,843 miles
  • 2009 – 40,395 miles
  • 2008 – 33,077 miles
  • 2007 – 24,263 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,786 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Lower Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 8 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,786 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    81,786 miles
    Test number
    353677001457
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))
  2. Fail81,786 miles (+4,229)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,786 miles
    Test number
    780492159377
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))
  3. Pass77,557 miles (+8)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    77,557 miles
    Test number
    879992711212
    • MinorOffside Rear Lower Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail77,549 miles (+2,650)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,549 miles
    Test number
    417211294225
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Lower Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass74,899 miles (+3,010)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    74,899 miles
    Test number
    222753647910
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test Air Freshener
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass71,889 miles (+2,425)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    71,889 miles
    Test number
    209493291379
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  7. Pass69,464 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    69,464 miles
    Test number
    987571490039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail69,464 miles (+4,643)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,464 miles
    Test number
    156969445269
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass64,821 miles (+20)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    64,821 miles
    Test number
    371791007289
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  10. Fail64,801 miles (+816)3 major4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,801 miles
    Test number
    859769924090
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  11. Pass63,985 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    63,985 miles
    Test number
    925597667266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail63,982 miles (+1,034)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,982 miles
    Test number
    303515638178
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  13. Pass62,948 miles (+1,985)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    62,948 miles
    Test number
    956498394618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass60,963 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    60,963 miles
    Test number
    280690887781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail60,935 miles (+2,163)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,935 miles
    Test number
    617135857128
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
  16. Pass58,772 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    58,772 miles
    Test number
    485257605525

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail58,772 miles (+3,248)1 dangerous7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,772 miles
    Test number
    479852619449
    • DangerousOffside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  18. Pass55,524 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    55,524 miles
    Test number
    552805575723

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail55,524 miles (+615)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,524 miles
    Test number
    296152817124
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced water inside (1.7.5a)
  20. Pass54,909 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    54,909 miles
    Test number
    856543634057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass54,909 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    54,909 miles
    Test number
    507692534069
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteExhaust flexi broken
  22. Fail54,909 miles (+4,420)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,909 miles
    Test number
    878582234045
    • FailureNearside 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 position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteExhaust flexi broken
  23. Pass50,489 miles (+4,166)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    50,489 miles
    Test number
    187870533471
    • 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)
  24. Pass46,323 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    46,323 miles
    Test number
    365763122009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail46,323 miles (+2,480)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,323 miles
    Test number
    769203022072
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
  26. Pass43,843 miles (+3,448)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    43,843 miles
    Test number
    791539340346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass40,395 miles (+7,318)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    40,395 miles
    Test number
    480641159325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass33,077 miles (+8,814)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    33,077 miles
    Test number
    873785758327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass24,263 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    24,263 miles
    Test number
    353342547354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM54 DJV

Does LM54 DJV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM54 DJV is valid until 9 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM54 DJV?
The MOT on LM54 DJV is valid until 9 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM54 DJV done?
LM54 DJV was recorded at 81,786 miles at its MOT on 25 Jun 2026, an average of 3,102 miles a year.
Has LM54 DJV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 DJV has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LM54 DJV 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 DJV find?
LM54 DJV passed its latest MOT on 25 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; rear shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both.

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