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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,390 cc

LM54 TYAMOT history

LM54 TYA is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 2 Feb 2005. Its MOT expired on 22 Feb 2023 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 98,511 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2022.

LM54 TYA silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 22 Feb 2023
Mileage
98,511 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2022
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,666 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 TYA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
2 Feb 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 TYA was last recorded at 98,511 miles on 23 Feb 2022, 7,260 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,251 miles · 11 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
7,260 miles
Average per year
4,666 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 98,511 miles
  • 2021 – 91,251 miles
  • 2020 – 86,782 miles
  • 2019 – 81,348 miles
  • 2018 – 74,578 miles
  • 2017 – 69,612 miles
  • 2016 – 64,596 miles
  • 2015 – 61,520 miles
  • 2014 – 57,589 miles
  • 2013 – 48,213 miles
  • 2012 – 40,738 miles
  • 2011 – 36,143 miles
  • 2010 – 35,320 miles
  • 2008 – 32,782 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,511 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 23 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,511 miles3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    98,511 miles
    Test number
    664260929914
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail98,511 miles (+7,260)1 dangerous3 repaired3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,511 miles
    Test number
    973495678866
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass91,251 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    91,251 miles
    Test number
    572950472768
    • MinorOffside 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))

  4. Fail91,250 miles (+4,468)1 dangerous2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,250 miles
    Test number
    670014650690
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside 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))

  5. Pass86,782 miles (+5,434)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    86,782 miles
    Test number
    927362005022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass81,348 miles3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    81,348 miles
    Test number
    721234456417
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail81,348 miles (+6,770)5 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,348 miles
    Test number
    219397515079
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass74,578 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    74,578 miles
    Test number
    558195016372
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  9. Fail74,574 miles (+4,962)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,574 miles
    Test number
    542377398516
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  10. Pass69,612 miles (+5,016)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    69,612 miles
    Test number
    743731811874
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass64,596 miles (+3,076)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    64,596 miles
    Test number
    402952242879

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail61,520 miles3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,520 miles
    Test number
    228288725033
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass61,520 miles (+3,931)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    61,520 miles
    Test number
    546478225021
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass57,589 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    57,589 miles
    Test number
    516857224019
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail57,589 miles (+9,376)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,589 miles
    Test number
    115007524492
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail48,213 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,213 miles
    Test number
    478694523004
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  17. Pass48,213 miles (+7,475)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    48,213 miles
    Test number
    669604423057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass40,738 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    40,738 miles
    Test number
    365084422024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail40,738 miles (+4,595)2 failures2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,738 miles
    Test number
    275144722039
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass36,143 miles (+823)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    36,143 miles
    Test number
    139582021090
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteReae brake noisy

  21. Pass35,320 miles (+2,538)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    35,320 miles
    Test number
    443945920099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail32,782 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,782 miles
    Test number
    441243428044
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  23. Pass32,782 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    32,782 miles
    Test number
    940093828018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM54 TYA

Does LM54 TYA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM54 TYA expired on 22 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM54 TYA?
The MOT on LM54 TYA expired on 22 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM54 TYA done?
LM54 TYA was recorded at 98,511 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2022, an average of 4,666 miles a year.
Has LM54 TYA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 TYA has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LM54 TYA 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 TYA find?
LM54 TYA passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2022 with 3 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated, and 5 more.

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