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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,390 cc

LM54 OSLMOT history

LM54 OSL is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 19 Jan 2005. Its MOT expired on 21 Mar 2023 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 71,061 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Mar 2022.

LM54 OSL blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 21 Mar 2023
Mileage
71,061 mi
At MOT on 22 Mar 2022
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,591 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 OSL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
19 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
22 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 OSL was last recorded at 71,061 miles on 22 Mar 2022, 7,800 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
63,261 miles · 2 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
7,800 miles
Average per year
4,591 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 71,061 miles
  • 2021 – 63,261 miles
  • 2020 – 60,341 miles
  • 2019 – 56,135 miles
  • 2018 – 51,178 miles
  • 2016 – 45,155 miles
  • 2015 – 39,435 miles
  • 2014 – 32,582 miles
  • 2013 – 28,711 miles
  • 2012 – 23,645 miles
  • 2011 – 20,594 miles
  • 2010 – 15,495 miles
  • 2009 – 10,929 miles
  • 2008 – 5,967 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,061 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.

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front number plate starting to fade

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 16 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,061 miles (+7,800)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    71,061 miles
    Test number
    245329949157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass63,261 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    63,261 miles
    Test number
    839389863397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail63,261 miles (+2,920)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,261 miles
    Test number
    158773338597
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass60,341 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    60,341 miles
    Test number
    451621446498
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail60,334 miles (+4,199)8 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,334 miles
    Test number
    595449617743
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering arm modification unsafe (2.1.3 (f) (i))
    • MajorOther passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering arm modified, but not inappropriately (2.1.3 (f) (i))

  6. Pass56,135 miles (+12)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    56,135 miles
    Test number
    856591490494
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail56,123 miles (+4,945)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,123 miles
    Test number
    215480697431
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass51,178 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    51,178 miles
    Test number
    108017183731
    • AdvisoryFront number plate starting to fade

  9. Fail51,175 miles (+6,020)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,175 miles
    Test number
    994078529298
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront number plate starting to fade

  10. Pass45,155 miles (+5,720)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    45,155 miles
    Test number
    924723549315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass39,435 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    39,435 miles
    Test number
    242514422767
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Fail39,431 miles (+4,227)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,431 miles
    Test number
    310847222199
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass35,204 miles (+2,622)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    35,204 miles
    Test number
    955315105046
    • NoteFront number plate starting to fade

  14. Fail32,582 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,582 miles
    Test number
    159262254082
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  15. Pass32,582 miles (+3,871)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    32,582 miles
    Test number
    688902354009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass28,711 miles (+5,066)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    28,711 miles
    Test number
    266489313051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass23,645 miles (+3,051)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    23,645 miles
    Test number
    996763912046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass20,594 miles (+5,099)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    20,594 miles
    Test number
    429097511064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass15,495 miles (+4,566)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    15,495 miles
    Test number
    340598410004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass10,929 miles (+4,962)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    10,929 miles
    Test number
    431839709042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass5,967 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    5,967 miles
    Test number
    150916018005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM54 OSL

Does LM54 OSL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM54 OSL expired on 21 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM54 OSL?
The MOT on LM54 OSL expired on 21 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM54 OSL done?
LM54 OSL was recorded at 71,061 miles at its MOT on 22 Mar 2022, an average of 4,591 miles a year.
Has LM54 OSL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 OSL has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on LM54 OSL 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 OSL find?
LM54 OSL passed its latest MOT on 22 Mar 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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