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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 1,422 cc

LM54 TFYMOT history

LM54 TFY is a silver diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 21 Jan 2005. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 101,197 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

LM54 TFY silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
101,197 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,440 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 TFY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,422 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
21 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 TFY was last recorded at 101,197 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,195 miles · 15 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
3,440 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,197 miles
  • 2025 – 101,195 miles
  • 2024 – 95,280 miles
  • 2023 – 79,889 miles
  • 2022 – 70,253 miles
  • 2021 – 67,094 miles
  • 2020 – 66,603 miles
  • 2019 – 65,137 miles
  • 2018 – 63,414 miles
  • 2017 – 61,567 miles
  • 2016 – 59,560 miles
  • 2015 – 57,877 miles
  • 2014 – 55,475 miles
  • 2013 – 53,608 miles
  • 2012 – 51,645 miles
  • 2011 – 49,385 miles
  • 2010 – 46,548 miles
  • 2009 – 43,097 miles
  • 2008 – 38,597 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,197 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn BALD on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer case corroded/deteriorated
  • AdvisoryRear shock absorber corroded

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 18 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,197 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    101,197 miles
    Test number
    382778458592
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn BALD on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer case corroded/deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber corroded

  2. Fail101,195 miles (+5,915)2 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,195 miles
    Test number
    525699099143
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre is heavily worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber is corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer case is deteriated

  3. Pass95,280 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    95,280 miles
    Test number
    556580866339
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail95,280 miles (+5,780)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,280 miles
    Test number
    825588765068
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass89,500 miles (+9,611)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    89,500 miles
    Test number
    361881580525

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass79,889 miles (+9,636)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    79,889 miles
    Test number
    643413169766
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass70,253 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    70,253 miles
    Test number
    332183365907
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail70,248 miles (+3,154)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,248 miles
    Test number
    461316030327
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass67,094 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    67,094 miles
    Test number
    851204281252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail67,093 miles (+490)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,093 miles
    Test number
    677745359649
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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. Pass66,603 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    66,603 miles
    Test number
    908471392513
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Depth 2.5mm on center tread, Tyre has excessive inner edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre has slight inner edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides indicator bulb (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Fail66,603 miles (+1,466)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,603 miles
    Test number
    619925986351
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Depth 2.5mm on center tread, Tyre has excessive inner edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre has slight inner edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides indicator bulb (4.4.3 (a))

  13. Pass65,137 miles (+1,723)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    65,137 miles
    Test number
    270802653942
    • AdvisoryFront both tyres uneven wear inner edges

  14. Pass63,414 miles (+1,847)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    63,414 miles
    Test number
    846470354609

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass61,567 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    61,567 miles
    Test number
    874414013307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail61,567 miles (+2,007)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,567 miles
    Test number
    337309685905
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose inappropriately repaired insecure (3.6.A.3)

  17. Pass59,560 miles (+1,683)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    59,560 miles
    Test number
    322399846091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass57,877 miles (+2,402)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    57,877 miles
    Test number
    168954915035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass55,475 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    55,475 miles
    Test number
    136783314051
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail55,471 miles (+1,863)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,471 miles
    Test number
    165273714046
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteO/s/rear tyre faint cracks appearing-in poor condition--

  21. Pass53,608 miles (+1,963)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    53,608 miles
    Test number
    107985113041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail51,645 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,645 miles
    Test number
    399122712077
    • Repaired at testDirection indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  23. Pass51,645 miles (+2,260)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    51,645 miles
    Test number
    478922912019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass49,385 miles (+2,837)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    49,385 miles
    Test number
    206808811091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass46,548 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    46,548 miles
    Test number
    511599110026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail46,548 miles (+3,451)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,548 miles
    Test number
    862199410026
    • FailureRear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

  27. Pass43,097 miles (+4,500)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    43,097 miles
    Test number
    464705819002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass38,597 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    38,597 miles
    Test number
    313038818098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail38,597 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,597 miles
    Test number
    862648118080
    • FailureNearside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Questions about LM54 TFY

Does LM54 TFY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM54 TFY is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM54 TFY?
The MOT on LM54 TFY is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM54 TFY done?
LM54 TFY was recorded at 101,197 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 3,440 miles a year.
Has LM54 TFY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 TFY has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LM54 TFY 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 TFY find?
LM54 TFY passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn bald on inner shoulder; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall, and 2 more.

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