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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

LR54 LFJMOT history

LR54 LFJ is a silver diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 23 Dec 2004. Its MOT expired on 13 Feb 2023 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 132,525 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Feb 2023.

LR54 LFJ silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 13 Feb 2023
Mileage
132,525 mi
At MOT on 10 Feb 2023
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,197 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR54 LFJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
23 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
10 Feb 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR54 LFJ was last recorded at 132,525 miles on 10 Feb 2023, 9,636 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,889 miles · 14 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
9,636 miles
Average per year
7,197 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 132,525 miles
  • 2022 – 122,889 miles
  • 2021 – 113,222 miles
  • 2020 – 108,506 miles
  • 2019 – 103,331 miles
  • 2018 – 91,465 miles
  • 2017 – 76,881 miles
  • 2016 – 70,085 miles
  • 2015 – 65,356 miles
  • 2014 – 60,666 miles
  • 2013 – 56,801 miles
  • 2012 – 50,970 miles
  • 2011 – 44,006 miles
  • 2009 – 37,212 miles
  • 2008 – 31,152 miles
  • 2007 – 23,363 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail132,525 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm INNER EDGE NO TREAD (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
  • MajorCentral Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryBONNET CAN NOT BE OPEN THERE FOR ITEMS NOT INJECTED MAY FAIL WHEN BONNET CAN BE OPEN ON RETEST
  • AdvisoryOffside Front C/V VERY NOISE
  • AdvisoryEml light was on but went out during test

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

20 tests since 11 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail132,525 miles (+9,636)3 dangerous7 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,525 miles
    Test number
    233767605975
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm INNER EDGE NO TREAD (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorCentral Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBONNET CAN NOT BE OPEN THERE FOR ITEMS NOT INJECTED MAY FAIL WHEN BONNET CAN BE OPEN ON RETEST
    • AdvisoryOffside Front C/V VERY NOISE
    • AdvisoryEml light was on but went out during test

  2. Pass122,889 miles (+9,667)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    122,889 miles
    Test number
    817149611318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass113,222 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    113,222 miles
    Test number
    954596266646
    • MinorOffside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  4. Fail113,222 miles (+4,716)1 dangerous3 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,222 miles
    Test number
    236041829502
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorOffside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  5. Pass108,506 miles (+5,175)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    108,506 miles
    Test number
    328353166038
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass103,331 miles (+11,866)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    103,331 miles
    Test number
    985070510005
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake backplates corroded
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  7. Pass91,465 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    91,465 miles
    Test number
    708865347534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail91,465 miles (+14,584)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,465 miles
    Test number
    355858545129
    • FailureCentral Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  9. Pass76,881 miles (+6,796)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    76,881 miles
    Test number
    897578682996

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass70,085 miles (+4,729)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    70,085 miles
    Test number
    456342657950
    • AdvisoryExhaust system in poor condiyion

  11. Pass65,356 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    65,356 miles
    Test number
    569580425039
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteExhaust system in poor condition

  12. Fail65,356 miles (+4,690)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,356 miles
    Test number
    806109815057
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteExhaust system in poor condition

  13. Pass60,666 miles (+3,865)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    60,666 miles
    Test number
    515936904011
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  14. Pass56,801 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    56,801 miles
    Test number
    508401233024
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Fail56,801 miles (+5,831)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,801 miles
    Test number
    906581333015
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass50,970 miles (+6,964)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    50,970 miles
    Test number
    728985802003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass44,006 miles (+6,794)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    44,006 miles
    Test number
    495375901056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass37,212 miles (+6,060)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    37,212 miles
    Test number
    440014969324
    • NoteO/s/rear tyre sidewall has small cracks in sidewall but cords not exposed

  19. Pass31,152 miles (+7,789)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    31,152 miles
    Test number
    762225368360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass23,363 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    23,363 miles
    Test number
    120515847399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR54 LFJ

Does LR54 LFJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR54 LFJ expired on 13 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR54 LFJ?
The MOT on LR54 LFJ expired on 13 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR54 LFJ done?
LR54 LFJ was recorded at 132,525 miles at its MOT on 10 Feb 2023, an average of 7,197 miles a year.
Has LR54 LFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR54 LFJ has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LR54 LFJ 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 LFJ find?
LR54 LFJ failed its latest MOT on 10 Feb 2023 with 3 dangerous defects, 7 major defects, 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge no tread; offside front anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached; parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value, and 11 more.

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