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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

LR54 FHJMOT history

LR54 FHJ is a blue diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 23 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 168,109 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

LR54 FHJ blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jan 2027
Mileage
168,109 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,056 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR54 FHJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
23 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR54 FHJ was last recorded at 168,109 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 6,068 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
162,041 miles · 16 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
6,068 miles
Average per year
8,056 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,109 miles
  • 2025 – 162,041 miles
  • 2024 – 156,482 miles
  • 2023 – 150,181 miles
  • 2022 – 143,753 miles
  • 2021 – 138,960 miles
  • 2019 – 136,025 miles
  • 2018 – 134,810 miles
  • 2017 – 131,913 miles
  • 2016 – 129,720 miles
  • 2014 – 116,298 miles
  • 2013 – 107,321 miles
  • 2012 – 98,196 miles
  • 2011 – 85,175 miles
  • 2010 – 64,666 miles
  • 2009 – 50,482 miles
  • 2008 – 39,737 miles
  • 2007 – 22,148 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,109 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2014

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn beyond service limits on inside and outside edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn beyond service limits on inside and outside edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

27 tests since 4 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,109 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    168,109 miles
    Test number
    451117052866
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail168,109 miles (+6,068)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,109 miles
    Test number
    484729083328
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass162,041 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    162,041 miles
    Test number
    233058975772
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn beyond service limits on inside and outside edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn beyond service limits on inside and outside edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail162,041 miles (+5,559)9 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,041 miles
    Test number
    264552140263
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded and seriously weakened top mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded and seriously weakened top mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn beyond service limits on inside and outside edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn beyond service limits on inside and outside edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass156,482 miles (+111)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    156,482 miles
    Test number
    302348423665
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing + edge wear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing + edge wear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre edge wear
    • AdvisoryOil level low

  6. Fail156,371 miles (+6,190)2 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,371 miles
    Test number
    785712844529
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing + edge wear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing + edge wear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre edge wear
    • AdvisoryOil level low

  7. Pass150,181 miles (+6,428)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    150,181 miles
    Test number
    238450264130
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  8. Pass143,753 miles (+4,793)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    143,753 miles
    Test number
    321196734787
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing + inner wear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner tyre wear

  9. Pass138,960 miles (+2,935)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    138,960 miles
    Test number
    557619697878
    • MinorNearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass136,025 miles (+1,215)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    136,025 miles
    Test number
    397184594699
    • AdvisoryUnder-body panels fitted

  11. Pass134,810 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    134,810 miles
    Test number
    951989693496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail134,810 miles (+2,897)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,810 miles
    Test number
    627629243856
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

  13. Pass131,913 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    131,913 miles
    Test number
    910846444134
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front bush slight play (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertray fitted
    • AdvisoryRear back box outer skin deteriated

  14. Fail131,913 miles (+2,193)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,913 miles
    Test number
    604370418551
    • Repaired at testFront Suspension arm insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front bush slight play (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertray fitted
    • AdvisoryRear back box outer skin deteriated

  15. Pass129,720 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    129,720 miles
    Test number
    349151957224
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on inner edge 185/60/14 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin is rusty
    • AdvisoryPlastic under floor covers and undertrays are fitted

  16. Fail129,718 miles (+2,531)2 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,718 miles
    Test number
    561087275931
    • FailureNearside Front Outer 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 Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on inner edge 185/60/14 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit slightly out of shape 185/60/14 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit slightly out of shape 185/60/14 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin is rusty
    • AdvisoryPlastic under floor covers and undertrays are fitted

  17. Pass127,187 miles (+10,889)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    127,187 miles
    Test number
    212266219214
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Pass116,298 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    116,298 miles
    Test number
    488309024495
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail116,298 miles (+8,977)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,298 miles
    Test number
    628598024336
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass107,321 miles (+9,125)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    107,321 miles
    Test number
    358010933329
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass98,196 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    98,196 miles
    Test number
    917311632357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail98,196 miles (+13,021)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,196 miles
    Test number
    958571732333
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass85,175 miles (+20,509)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    85,175 miles
    Test number
    487609821427
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass64,666 miles (+14,184)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    64,666 miles
    Test number
    853838420344
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  25. Pass50,482 miles (+10,745)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    50,482 miles
    Test number
    784019929340
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  26. Pass39,737 miles (+17,589)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    39,737 miles
    Test number
    972110038304
    • 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)

  27. Pass22,148 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    22,148 miles
    Test number
    484868137315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR54 FHJ

Does LR54 FHJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR54 FHJ is valid until 15 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR54 FHJ?
The MOT on LR54 FHJ is valid until 15 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR54 FHJ done?
LR54 FHJ was recorded at 168,109 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 8,056 miles a year.
Has LR54 FHJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR54 FHJ has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LR54 FHJ 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 FHJ find?
LR54 FHJ passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: central stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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