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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

LR54 APVMOT history

LR54 APV is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Sept 2004. Its MOT expired on 2 Dec 2023 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 97,502 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2022.

LR54 APV grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 2 Dec 2023
Mileage
97,502 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2022
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,446 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR54 APV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR54 APV was last recorded at 97,502 miles on 3 Dec 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,502 miles · 1 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,446 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 97,502 miles
  • 2021 – 84,940 miles
  • 2020 – 81,983 miles
  • 2019 – 78,875 miles
  • 2018 – 76,962 miles
  • 2017 – 70,947 miles
  • 2016 – 65,878 miles
  • 2015 – 61,588 miles
  • 2014 – 57,260 miles
  • 2013 – 50,662 miles
  • 2012 – 40,964 miles
  • 2011 – 30,117 miles
  • 2010 – 26,576 miles
  • 2009 – 22,306 miles
  • 2008 – 18,873 miles
  • 2007 – 14,765 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,502 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)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.

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 24 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,502 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    97,502 miles
    Test number
    749408527354
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail97,502 miles (+12,562)1 dangerous11 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,502 miles
    Test number
    741955004197
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside 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 Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass84,940 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    84,940 miles
    Test number
    401239999774

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail84,940 miles (+2,957)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,940 miles
    Test number
    938225736867
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass81,983 miles (+3,108)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    81,983 miles
    Test number
    402360311163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass78,875 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    78,875 miles
    Test number
    830880179886

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail78,875 miles (+1,913)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,875 miles
    Test number
    813320366024
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass76,962 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    76,962 miles
    Test number
    975619578344
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced 50% working (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoot floor/tyre well damaged
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre wearing heavily
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body covers fitted

  9. Fail76,962 miles (+6,015)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,962 miles
    Test number
    499566271744
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced 50% working (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoot floor/tyre well damaged
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre wearing heavily
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body covers fitted

  10. Pass70,947 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    70,947 miles
    Test number
    586665730785
    • AdvisoryOffside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  11. Fail70,942 miles (+5,064)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,942 miles
    Test number
    424639701332
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryOffside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  12. Pass65,878 miles (+4,290)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    65,878 miles
    Test number
    803305269738
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light stays on
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre deteriorated

  13. Pass61,588 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    61,588 miles
    Test number
    728234864154
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  14. Fail61,588 miles (+4,328)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,588 miles
    Test number
    447385466650
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  15. Pass57,260 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    57,260 miles
    Test number
    776189054238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail57,260 miles (+6,598)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,260 miles
    Test number
    388389354447
    • 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass50,662 miles (+65)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    50,662 miles
    Test number
    565103573298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail50,597 miles (+9,633)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,597 miles
    Test number
    399269763464
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  19. Pass40,964 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    40,964 miles
    Test number
    927162362224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail40,964 miles (+10,847)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,964 miles
    Test number
    157682762271
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front 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 Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass30,117 miles (+3,541)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    30,117 miles
    Test number
    135407961244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass26,576 miles (+4,270)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    26,576 miles
    Test number
    594440570222
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass22,306 miles (+3,433)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    22,306 miles
    Test number
    722865069281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass18,873 miles (+4,108)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    18,873 miles
    Test number
    692948268253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass14,765 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    14,765 miles
    Test number
    254077567247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR54 APV

Does LR54 APV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR54 APV expired on 2 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR54 APV?
The MOT on LR54 APV expired on 2 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR54 APV done?
LR54 APV was recorded at 97,502 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2022, an average of 5,446 miles a year.
Has LR54 APV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR54 APV has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LR54 APV 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 LR54 APV find?
LR54 APV passed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2022 with 5 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement mounting bush; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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