Volkswagen Polo
Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,390 cc
LM54 TFJMOT history
LM54 TFJ is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 7 Feb 2005. Its MOT is valid until 10 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 159,441 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 10 Aug 2027
- Mileage
- 159,441 mi
- At MOT on 11 Aug 2026
- MOT tests
- 26
- 18 passed · 8 failed
- Per year
- 7,061 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LM54 TFJ
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Polo
- Colour
- Black
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,390 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2005
- First used
- 7 Feb 2005
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 10 Aug 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 11 Aug 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
LM54 TFJ was last recorded at 159,441 miles on 11 Aug 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 159,436 miles · 7 Aug 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 5 miles
- Average per year
- 7,061 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 159,441 miles
- 2025 – 153,657 miles
- 2024 – 147,124 miles
- 2023 – 143,117 miles
- 2022 – 136,429 miles
- 2021 – 128,350 miles
- 2020 – 120,953 miles
- 2019 – 114,217 miles
- 2018 – 102,140 miles
- 2017 – 93,296 miles
- 2016 – 84,789 miles
- 2014 – 71,459 miles
- 2013 – 61,755 miles
- 2012 – 56,983 miles
- 2011 – 53,937 miles
- 2010 – 50,061 miles
- 2009 – 44,975 miles
- 2008 – 29,576 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass159,441 miles
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
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.
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2026
Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect
Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated
Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2025
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024
Full MOT history
26 tests since 20 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass159,441 miles (+5)1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Aug 2027
- Odometer
- 159,441 miles
- Test number
- 678130120884
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Fail159,436 miles (+5,779)12 major1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 159,436 miles
- Test number
- 610174311116
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (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))
- MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass153,657 miles2 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Aug 2026
- Odometer
- 153,657 miles
- Test number
- 277708336533
- MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.
Fail153,657 miles (+6,533)2 repaired2 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 153,657 miles
- Test number
- 818673211791
- Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.
Pass147,124 miles (+4,007)1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Aug 2025
- Odometer
- 147,124 miles
- Test number
- 963282449777
- MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass143,117 miles (+5)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Aug 2024
- Odometer
- 143,117 miles
- Test number
- 742986305909
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Fail143,112 miles (+6,683)2 dangerous2 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 143,112 miles
- Test number
- 211781750262
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Pass136,429 miles1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Aug 2023
- Odometer
- 136,429 miles
- Test number
- 418949221574
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail136,429 miles (+8,079)2 repaired1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 136,429 miles
- Test number
- 183287715466
- Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- Repaired at testOffside Front 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))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass128,350 miles (+7,397)
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jul 2022
- Odometer
- 128,350 miles
- Test number
- 596820072405
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass120,953 miles (+6,736)1 minor
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jul 2021
- Odometer
- 120,953 miles
- Test number
- 152865908956
- MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Pass114,217 miles (+12,077)
- MOT expiry
- 7 Jan 2021
- Odometer
- 114,217 miles
- Test number
- 542508674537
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass102,140 miles
- MOT expiry
- 6 Apr 2019
- Odometer
- 102,140 miles
- Test number
- 431093035666
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail102,140 miles (+8,844)2 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 102,140 miles
- Test number
- 184684484526
- Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
Pass93,296 miles (+8,507)
- MOT expiry
- 6 Apr 2018
- Odometer
- 93,296 miles
- Test number
- 589526171587
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass84,789 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Apr 2017
- Odometer
- 84,789 miles
- Test number
- 262720151093
- AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
Fail84,789 miles (+13,330)2 repaired2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 84,789 miles
- Test number
- 472198385609
- Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
Pass71,459 miles (+9,704)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Aug 2015
- Odometer
- 71,459 miles
- Test number
- 925794114231
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass61,755 miles (+4,772)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Jul 2014
- Odometer
- 61,755 miles
- Test number
- 889278803218
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass56,983 miles
- MOT expiry
- 22 Jul 2013
- Odometer
- 56,983 miles
- Test number
- 798785802288
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail56,983 miles (+3,046)3 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 56,983 miles
- Test number
- 238085802244
- FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
- FailureRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Pass53,937 miles
- MOT expiry
- 29 Mar 2012
- Odometer
- 53,937 miles
- Test number
- 148878381493
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail53,937 miles (+3,876)2 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 53,937 miles
- Test number
- 458208281015
- Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Pass50,061 miles (+5,086)
- MOT expiry
- 29 Mar 2011
- Odometer
- 50,061 miles
- Test number
- 432918580015
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass44,975 miles (+15,399)
- MOT expiry
- 29 Mar 2010
- Odometer
- 44,975 miles
- Test number
- 122259389463
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass29,576 miles
- MOT expiry
- 19 Mar 2009
- Odometer
- 29,576 miles
- Test number
- 311280688094
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LM54 TFJ
- Does LM54 TFJ currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM54 TFJ is valid until 10 Aug 2027.
- When is the MOT due on LM54 TFJ?
- The MOT on LM54 TFJ is valid until 10 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LM54 TFJ done?
- LM54 TFJ was recorded at 159,441 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2026, an average of 7,061 miles a year.
- Has LM54 TFJ ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LM54 TFJ has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2026.
- Has the mileage on LM54 TFJ 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 TFJ find?
- LM54 TFJ passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 2 more.
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