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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,390 cc

LM54 TXCMOT history

LM54 TXC is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 17 Jan 2005. Its MOT expired on 23 May 2023 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 97,326 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 May 2022.

LM54 TXC black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 23 May 2023
Mileage
97,326 mi
At MOT on 24 May 2022
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,824 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 TXC
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
17 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 May 2023
Latest MOT test
24 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 TXC was last recorded at 97,326 miles on 24 May 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,326 miles · 23 May 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,824 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 97,326 miles
  • 2019 – 88,146 miles
  • 2018 – 80,955 miles
  • 2017 – 74,592 miles
  • 2016 – 68,286 miles
  • 2015 – 63,697 miles
  • 2014 – 58,845 miles
  • 2013 – 54,337 miles
  • 2012 – 49,481 miles
  • 2011 – 40,282 miles
  • 2010 – 31,616 miles
  • 2009 – 21,853 miles
  • 2008 – 13,739 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,326 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass97,326 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2023
    Odometer
    97,326 miles
    Test number
    230023389783
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail97,326 miles (+9,180)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,326 miles
    Test number
    348392169957
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass88,146 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    88,146 miles
    Test number
    342173110903
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber shroud dropped
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  4. Fail88,146 miles (+7,191)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,146 miles
    Test number
    206176550561
    • Repaired at testFront Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber shroud dropped
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  5. Pass80,955 miles (+6,363)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    80,955 miles
    Test number
    304586300063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass74,592 miles (+6,306)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    74,592 miles
    Test number
    828230584592

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass68,286 miles (+4,589)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    68,286 miles
    Test number
    531905352526

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass63,697 miles (+14)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    63,697 miles
    Test number
    376725235035
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  9. Fail63,683 miles (+4,838)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,683 miles
    Test number
    915373935058
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  10. Fail58,845 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,845 miles
    Test number
    267923814062
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  11. Pass58,845 miles (+4,508)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    58,845 miles
    Test number
    897043614017
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  12. Pass54,337 miles (+4,856)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    54,337 miles
    Test number
    245501923038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass49,481 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    49,481 miles
    Test number
    189286122067
    • NoteExhaust corroded

  14. Fail49,481 miles (+9,199)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,481 miles
    Test number
    767616422001
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • NoteExhaust corroded

  15. Pass40,282 miles (+8,666)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    40,282 miles
    Test number
    689301611016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass31,616 miles (+9,763)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    31,616 miles
    Test number
    471685120017
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass21,853 miles (+8,114)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    21,853 miles
    Test number
    303773139028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass13,739 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    13,739 miles
    Test number
    151796518441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM54 TXC

Does LM54 TXC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM54 TXC expired on 23 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM54 TXC?
The MOT on LM54 TXC expired on 23 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM54 TXC done?
LM54 TXC was recorded at 97,326 miles at its MOT on 24 May 2022, an average of 5,824 miles a year.
Has LM54 TXC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 TXC has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 23 May 2022.
Has the mileage on LM54 TXC 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 TXC find?
LM54 TXC passed its latest MOT on 24 May 2022 with 5 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 2 more.

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