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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,198 cc

LR54 ASUMOT history

LR54 ASU is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 29 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 1 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 75,563 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2026.

LR54 ASU blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Sept 2027
Mileage
75,563 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,305 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR54 ASU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
29 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR54 ASU was last recorded at 75,563 miles on 2 Sept 2026, 4,857 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,706 miles · 2 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4,857 miles
Average per year
3,305 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,563 miles
  • 2025 – 70,706 miles
  • 2024 – 66,290 miles
  • 2023 – 65,077 miles
  • 2022 – 62,098 miles
  • 2021 – 59,785 miles
  • 2020 – 56,801 miles
  • 2019 – 56,239 miles
  • 2018 – 53,229 miles
  • 2017 – 50,358 miles
  • 2016 – 48,799 miles
  • 2015 – 47,233 miles
  • 2014 – 45,094 miles
  • 2013 – 42,751 miles
  • 2012 – 40,127 miles
  • 2011 – 36,687 miles
  • 2010 – 32,318 miles
  • 2009 – 27,289 miles
  • 2008 – 19,399 miles
  • 2007 – 12,980 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,563 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass75,563 miles (+4,857)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    75,563 miles
    Test number
    809679882883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass70,706 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    70,706 miles
    Test number
    718585629937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail70,706 miles (+4,416)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,706 miles
    Test number
    763577617203
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  4. Pass66,290 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    66,290 miles
    Test number
    414502985189
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Fail66,290 miles (+1,213)2 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,290 miles
    Test number
    655998578765
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass65,077 miles (+2,979)4 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    65,077 miles
    Test number
    958176058777
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  7. Pass62,098 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    62,098 miles
    Test number
    113862297072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail62,098 miles (+2,313)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,098 miles
    Test number
    532627468041
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  9. Pass59,785 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    59,785 miles
    Test number
    131281674528

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail59,785 miles (+2,984)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,785 miles
    Test number
    682243711567
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (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))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  11. Pass56,801 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    56,801 miles
    Test number
    371029835235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail56,801 miles (+562)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,801 miles
    Test number
    109324549612
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  13. Pass56,239 miles (+3,010)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    56,239 miles
    Test number
    356704005004
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  14. Pass53,229 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    53,229 miles
    Test number
    677824555885

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail53,229 miles (+2,871)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,229 miles
    Test number
    120238295509
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  16. Pass50,358 miles (+1,559)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    50,358 miles
    Test number
    795532199538
    • AdvisoryAnti roll bar links worn
    • AdvisoryWishbone bushes deteriorated
  17. Pass48,799 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    48,799 miles
    Test number
    784142478821
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  18. Fail48,798 miles (+1,565)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,798 miles
    Test number
    100435426155
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  19. Pass47,233 miles (+2,139)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    47,233 miles
    Test number
    328268513411
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement WISHBONE REAR BUSH (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement WISHBONE REAR BUSH (2.4.G.2)
  20. Pass45,094 miles (+2,343)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    45,094 miles
    Test number
    678429364227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail42,751 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,751 miles
    Test number
    877309563220
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  22. Pass42,751 miles (+2,624)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    42,751 miles
    Test number
    979379563217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass40,127 miles (+3,440)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    40,127 miles
    Test number
    706549042209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass36,687 miles (+4,369)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    36,687 miles
    Test number
    719013571240
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  25. Pass32,318 miles (+5,029)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    32,318 miles
    Test number
    521853360209
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  26. Pass27,289 miles (+7,890)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    27,289 miles
    Test number
    331834649236
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
  27. Pass19,399 miles (+6,419)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    19,399 miles
    Test number
    332158068228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass12,980 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    12,980 miles
    Test number
    313908067207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR54 ASU

Does LR54 ASU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR54 ASU is valid until 1 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR54 ASU?
The MOT on LR54 ASU is valid until 1 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR54 ASU done?
LR54 ASU was recorded at 75,563 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2026, an average of 3,305 miles a year.
Has LR54 ASU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR54 ASU has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LR54 ASU 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 ASU find?
LR54 ASU passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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