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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

LM54 ZPJMOT history

LM54 ZPJ is a silver diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 17 Feb 2005. Its MOT expired on 16 Apr 2026 and it has passed 17 of 32 MOT tests, with 139,118 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2025.

LM54 ZPJ silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 16 Apr 2026
Mileage
139,118 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2025
MOT tests
32
17 passed · 15 failed
Per year
6,653 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 ZPJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
17 Feb 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 ZPJ was last recorded at 139,118 miles on 17 Apr 2025, 66 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,052 miles · 4 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
66 miles
Average per year
6,653 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 139,118 miles
  • 2024 – 139,022 miles
  • 2023 – 122,685 miles
  • 2022 – 115,814 miles
  • 2021 – 108,019 miles
  • 2020 – 101,070 miles
  • 2019 – 100,208 miles
  • 2018 – 97,375 miles
  • 2017 – 94,597 miles
  • 2016 – 91,109 miles
  • 2015 – 87,158 miles
  • 2014 – 81,303 miles
  • 2013 – 68,517 miles
  • 2012 – 58,177 miles
  • 2011 – 50,971 miles
  • 2010 – 44,251 miles
  • 2009 – 38,155 miles
  • 2008 – 28,192 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,118 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured - NS/OS (4.4.3 (a))

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.

  • Rear silencer corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

32 tests since 14 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,118 miles (+66)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    139,118 miles
    Test number
    346536391510
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured - NS/OS (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Fail139,052 miles (+30)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,052 miles
    Test number
    672990881291
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail139,022 miles (+16,337)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,022 miles
    Test number
    314470703799
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill aera (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass122,685 miles (+11)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    122,685 miles
    Test number
    108080136063
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlights tarnished
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  5. Fail122,674 miles (+84)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,674 miles
    Test number
    912772819882
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlights tarnished
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  6. Fail122,590 miles (+6,776)3 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,590 miles
    Test number
    713044999868
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass115,814 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    115,814 miles
    Test number
    437934477275
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHand brake lever has small amount of reserve travel

  8. Fail115,814 miles (+7,795)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,814 miles
    Test number
    675982114144
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHand brake lever has small amount of reserve travel

  9. Pass108,019 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    108,019 miles
    Test number
    552461614594
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted obscuring engine components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted obscuring underside components

  10. Fail108,019 miles (+6,949)1 dangerous2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,019 miles
    Test number
    126709280821
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted obscuring engine components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted obscuring underside components

  11. Pass101,070 miles (+862)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    101,070 miles
    Test number
    198431784470
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged glass missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer corroded

  12. Pass100,208 miles (+195)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    100,208 miles
    Test number
    582198601660
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre starting to wear inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear silencer corroded

  13. Fail100,013 miles (+2,638)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,013 miles
    Test number
    857130431585
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre starting to wear inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear silencer corroded

  14. Pass97,375 miles (+22)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    97,375 miles
    Test number
    746870474425
    • AdvisoryO/s mirror glass cracked
    • AdvisoryRear silencer corroded

  15. Fail97,353 miles (+2,756)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,353 miles
    Test number
    815515395347
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO/s mirror glass cracked
    • AdvisoryRear silencer corroded

  16. Pass94,597 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    94,597 miles
    Test number
    253806250049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail94,597 miles (+3,488)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,597 miles
    Test number
    804484033002
    • Repaired at testOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  18. Pass91,109 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    91,109 miles
    Test number
    196488387899
    • AdvisoryNearside rear upper position light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box deteriorated

  19. Fail91,109 miles (+3,951)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,109 miles
    Test number
    919049131272
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear upper position light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box deteriorated

  20. Pass87,158 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    87,158 miles
    Test number
    119829864031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail87,147 miles (+5,844)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,147 miles
    Test number
    872321525913
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

  22. Pass81,303 miles (+12,786)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    81,303 miles
    Test number
    329611444433
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteRear exaust silencer corroded.

  23. Pass68,517 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    68,517 miles
    Test number
    905985733263
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  24. Fail68,517 miles (+10,340)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,517 miles
    Test number
    549944533206
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass58,177 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    58,177 miles
    Test number
    495985832203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail58,177 miles (+7,206)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,177 miles
    Test number
    348315232432
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteDue to the wear of both the nearside and offside front tyres i would advise a steering geometry check

  27. Pass50,971 miles (+6,720)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    50,971 miles
    Test number
    799074131227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass44,251 miles (+6,096)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    44,251 miles
    Test number
    722717130206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass38,155 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    38,155 miles
    Test number
    452332239261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail38,155 miles (+9,963)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,155 miles
    Test number
    514252239225
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  31. Pass28,192 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    28,192 miles
    Test number
    622217328274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail28,192 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,192 miles
    Test number
    960347028283
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about LM54 ZPJ

Does LM54 ZPJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM54 ZPJ expired on 16 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM54 ZPJ?
The MOT on LM54 ZPJ expired on 16 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM54 ZPJ done?
LM54 ZPJ was recorded at 139,118 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2025, an average of 6,653 miles a year.
Has LM54 ZPJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 ZPJ has failed 15 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LM54 ZPJ 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 ZPJ find?
LM54 ZPJ passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output; rear direction indicator slightly discoloured - ns/os.

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