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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,198 cc

LR54 BCEMOT history

LR54 BCE is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 15 Sept 2004. Its MOT expired on 6 Jul 2025 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 82,481 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jun 2024.

LR54 BCE silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 6 Jul 2025
Mileage
82,481 mi
At MOT on 20 Jun 2024
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,071 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR54 BCE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
15 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
20 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR54 BCE was last recorded at 82,481 miles on 20 Jun 2024, 11,816 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
70,665 miles · 22 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
11,816 miles
Average per year
4,071 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 82,481 miles
  • 2023 – 70,665 miles
  • 2022 – 62,017 miles
  • 2021 – 59,051 miles
  • 2020 – 56,717 miles
  • 2019 – 54,411 miles
  • 2018 – 51,603 miles
  • 2017 – 48,789 miles
  • 2016 – 46,132 miles
  • 2015 – 44,159 miles
  • 2014 – 42,060 miles
  • 2013 – 39,616 miles
  • 2012 – 36,330 miles
  • 2011 – 33,427 miles
  • 2010 – 27,830 miles
  • 2009 – 23,542 miles
  • 2008 – 18,942 miles
  • 2007 – 14,230 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,481 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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 the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

28 tests since 14 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,481 miles (+11,816)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    82,481 miles
    Test number
    317179797995
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  2. Pass70,665 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    70,665 miles
    Test number
    446514819592
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil low

  3. Fail70,665 miles (+8,648)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,665 miles
    Test number
    338087571343
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil low

  4. Pass62,017 miles (+2,966)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    62,017 miles
    Test number
    847045634768
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass59,051 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    59,051 miles
    Test number
    511923688342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail59,051 miles (+2,334)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,051 miles
    Test number
    414749882182
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass56,717 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    56,717 miles
    Test number
    662462450748

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail56,717 miles (+2,306)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,717 miles
    Test number
    232895038839
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass54,411 miles (+2,808)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    54,411 miles
    Test number
    679693236832
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass51,603 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    51,603 miles
    Test number
    357102106067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail51,603 miles (+2,814)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,603 miles
    Test number
    764800005572
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (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 Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass48,789 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    48,789 miles
    Test number
    438962901226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail48,789 miles (+2,657)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,789 miles
    Test number
    373253643723
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  14. Pass46,132 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    46,132 miles
    Test number
    906758666959

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail46,132 miles (+1,973)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,132 miles
    Test number
    853737605178
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  16. Pass44,159 miles (+2,099)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    44,159 miles
    Test number
    129059355117
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass42,060 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    42,060 miles
    Test number
    477573554180
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteO/s wiper could be better
    • NotePart of centre stop lamp inoperative
    • NoteRear brakes squeaky
    • NoteRear exhaust section corroding

  18. Fail42,059 miles (+2,443)2 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,059 miles
    Test number
    198993654145
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteO/s wiper could be better
    • NotePart of centre stop lamp inoperative
    • NoteRear brakes squeaky
    • NoteRear exhaust section corroding

  19. Pass39,616 miles (+3,286)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    39,616 miles
    Test number
    295977053461
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass36,330 miles (+2,903)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    36,330 miles
    Test number
    435656662104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass33,427 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    33,427 miles
    Test number
    418432651255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail33,427 miles (+5,597)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,427 miles
    Test number
    208062851208
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass27,830 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    27,830 miles
    Test number
    732130160289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail27,830 miles (+4,288)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,830 miles
    Test number
    680210760246
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  25. Pass23,542 miles (+4,600)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    23,542 miles
    Test number
    743149569208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass18,942 miles (+4,712)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    18,942 miles
    Test number
    661299858246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass14,230 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    14,230 miles
    Test number
    531007057211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail14,230 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,230 miles
    Test number
    991407257264
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Questions about LR54 BCE

Does LR54 BCE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR54 BCE expired on 6 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR54 BCE?
The MOT on LR54 BCE expired on 6 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR54 BCE done?
LR54 BCE was recorded at 82,481 miles at its MOT on 20 Jun 2024, an average of 4,071 miles a year.
Has LR54 BCE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR54 BCE has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on LR54 BCE 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 BCE find?
LR54 BCE passed its latest MOT on 20 Jun 2024 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides, and 4 more.

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