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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,198 cc

LM54 ORJMOT history

LM54 ORJ is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 24 Feb 2005. Its MOT expired on 21 Dec 2025 and it has passed 15 of 28 MOT tests, with 88,064 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Dec 2024.

LM54 ORJ silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 21 Dec 2025
Mileage
88,064 mi
At MOT on 20 Dec 2024
MOT tests
28
15 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,487 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 ORJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
24 Feb 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
20 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 ORJ was last recorded at 88,064 miles on 20 Dec 2024, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,059 miles · 19 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
4,487 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 88,064 miles
  • 2023 – 84,415 miles
  • 2022 – 80,980 miles
  • 2021 – 78,199 miles
  • 2020 – 76,364 miles
  • 2019 – 71,294 miles
  • 2017 – 54,471 miles
  • 2016 – 41,517 miles
  • 2014 – 33,619 miles
  • 2013 – 29,740 miles
  • 2012 – 26,694 miles
  • 2011 – 23,421 miles
  • 2010 – 21,340 miles
  • 2009 – 17,530 miles
  • 2008 – 12,452 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,064 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front The brake hose is not attached to the bracket. needs to be reattached

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass88,064 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    88,064 miles
    Test number
    762286491508
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Fail88,059 miles (+3,644)5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,059 miles
    Test number
    166221335632
    • MajorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both front (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury wing mirror casing broken + loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryOil level low
  3. Pass84,415 miles (+1)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    84,415 miles
    Test number
    553950802870
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front The brake hose is not attached to the bracket. needs to be reattached
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rear casing dust covers, not attached (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Fail84,414 miles (+3,434)1 dangerous7 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,414 miles
    Test number
    141524105108
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively possibly also wrong size, due to contact with the A pillar post. (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • 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 Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front The brake hose is not attached to the bracket. needs to be reattached
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rear casing dust covers, not attached (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Pass80,980 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    80,980 miles
    Test number
    257380400993
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST BOX RUSTY
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Fail80,979 miles (+2,780)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,979 miles
    Test number
    667331569101
    • MajorFront Brake hose excessively deteriorated BOTH SIDE (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST BOX RUSTY
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Pass78,199 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    78,199 miles
    Test number
    943953444667
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated
  8. Fail78,192 miles (+1,828)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,192 miles
    Test number
    695498737158
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • 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 Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated
  9. Pass76,364 miles (+5,070)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    76,364 miles
    Test number
    516189365390
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  10. Pass71,294 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    71,294 miles
    Test number
    375647502630

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail71,294 miles (+24)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,294 miles
    Test number
    230363801886
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  12. Fail71,270 miles (+16,799)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,270 miles
    Test number
    110120335277
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  13. Pass54,471 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    54,471 miles
    Test number
    279347964171
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Fail54,465 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,465 miles
    Test number
    376699085740
    • FailureBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick FRONT NEARSIDE / OFFSIDE (3.5.1g)
    • FailureBrake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened FRONT NEARSIDE / OFFSIDE (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Fail54,465 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,465 miles
    Test number
    804116799681
    • FailureNearside Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  16. Fail133,952 miles (+92,435)12 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,952 miles
    Test number
    940278229205
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
  17. Pass41,517 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    41,517 miles
    Test number
    700321486672

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail41,514 miles (+7,895)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,514 miles
    Test number
    871263557596
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working side lamp (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
  19. Fail33,619 miles2 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,619 miles
    Test number
    406207694053
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  20. Pass33,619 miles (+3,879)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    33,619 miles
    Test number
    565197794083
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  21. Fail29,740 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,740 miles
    Test number
    169232093067
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
  22. Pass29,740 miles (+3,046)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    29,740 miles
    Test number
    198062093400
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
  23. Pass26,694 miles (+3,273)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    26,694 miles
    Test number
    987994782087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass23,421 miles (+2,081)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    23,421 miles
    Test number
    266182251072
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer wall deteriorated
    • NoteOffside front door mirror cracked
  25. Pass21,340 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    21,340 miles
    Test number
    891837240015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail21,340 miles (+3,810)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,340 miles
    Test number
    804867940064
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside rear brake drum grinding
  27. Pass17,530 miles (+5,078)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    17,530 miles
    Test number
    233828139056
    • NoteRear number plate crack
  28. Pass12,452 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    12,452 miles
    Test number
    541414948035
    • NoteNear side front and rear tyres outer walls have cuts chords not exposed

Questions about LM54 ORJ

Does LM54 ORJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM54 ORJ expired on 21 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM54 ORJ?
The MOT on LM54 ORJ expired on 21 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM54 ORJ done?
LM54 ORJ was recorded at 88,064 miles at its MOT on 20 Dec 2024, an average of 4,487 miles a year.
Has LM54 ORJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 ORJ has failed 13 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LM54 ORJ 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 ORJ find?
LM54 ORJ passed its latest MOT on 20 Dec 2024 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; offside rear coil spring corroded, and 1 more.

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