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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,198 cc

LS54 PMUMOT history

LS54 PMU is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 19 Nov 2004. Its MOT is valid until 21 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 85,352 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2026.

LS54 PMU silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Sept 2027
Mileage
85,352 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2026
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,967 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS54 PMU
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
19 Nov 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS54 PMU was last recorded at 85,352 miles on 14 Sept 2026, 5,198 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,154 miles · 19 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
5,198 miles
Average per year
3,967 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,352 miles
  • 2025 – 80,154 miles
  • 2024 – 76,720 miles
  • 2023 – 72,043 miles
  • 2022 – 68,714 miles
  • 2021 – 63,544 miles
  • 2020 – 55,756 miles
  • 2019 – 50,386 miles
  • 2018 – 44,851 miles
  • 2017 – 42,769 miles
  • 2016 – 36,220 miles
  • 2015 – 34,485 miles
  • 2014 – 30,094 miles
  • 2013 – 25,856 miles
  • 2012 – 22,259 miles
  • 2011 – 19,148 miles
  • 2010 – 16,009 miles
  • 2009 – 12,799 miles
  • 2008 – 12,788 miles
  • 2007 – 10,610 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,352 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

33 tests since 12 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,352 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    85,352 miles
    Test number
    888274025565
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail85,352 miles (+5,198)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,352 miles
    Test number
    181294550234
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorObligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass80,154 miles (+10)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    80,154 miles
    Test number
    920460226937
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail80,144 miles (+3,424)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,144 miles
    Test number
    659503517980
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass76,720 miles (+24)4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    76,720 miles
    Test number
    724296255842
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

  6. Fail76,696 miles (+4,653)5 major5 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,696 miles
    Test number
    297731480728
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  7. Pass72,043 miles (+292)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    72,043 miles
    Test number
    246118816533
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective nearside & offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexible section outer mesh is deteriorating
    • AdvisoryMoisture at offside rear brake backing plate
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror backing/surround is missing

  8. Fail71,751 miles (+3,037)1 dangerous5 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,751 miles
    Test number
    257819895129
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle offside is the lower effort (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps nearside & offside (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective nearside & offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexible section outer mesh is deteriorating
    • AdvisoryMoisture at offside rear brake backing plate
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror backing/surround is missing

  9. Pass68,714 miles3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    68,714 miles
    Test number
    732536422644
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged casing cover (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail68,714 miles (+5,170)1 repaired3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,714 miles
    Test number
    588204794533
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged casing cover (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass63,544 miles3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    63,544 miles
    Test number
    158617003054
    • MinorNearside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light outer lens missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexible section deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blades poor
    • AdvisoryNearside front door has damage
    • AdvisoryOffside wing mirror outer casing missing

  12. Fail63,544 miles (+7,788)2 repaired3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,544 miles
    Test number
    571134504068
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light outer lens missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexible section deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blades poor
    • AdvisoryNearside front door has damage
    • AdvisoryOffside wing mirror outer casing missing

  13. Pass55,756 miles (+156)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    55,756 miles
    Test number
    280289600467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail55,600 miles (+5,214)2 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,600 miles
    Test number
    307059246804
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt outer cv boot not secure no grease in cv joint (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt outer cv boot not secure no grease in cv joint (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inner edge ON LIMIT NOW (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass50,386 miles (+5,535)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    50,386 miles
    Test number
    641153454959
    • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Nearside and offside weeping grease big clips slightly loose but secure (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater insecure And outer lens cover missing (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexible mesh areas deteriorating
    • AdvisoryFront Wiper blades deteriorating nearside and offside
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Damage to body
    • AdvisoryOil residue gearbox areas

  16. Pass44,851 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    44,851 miles
    Test number
    810307236563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail44,847 miles (+2,078)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,847 miles
    Test number
    908684042795
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil residue engine areas

  18. Pass42,769 miles (+29)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    42,769 miles
    Test number
    428688490209
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt & offside front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi outer mesh deteriorating

  19. Fail42,740 miles (+6,520)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,740 miles
    Test number
    801392265804
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect bulb in wrong (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt & offside front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi outer mesh deteriorating

  20. Pass36,220 miles (+1,735)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    36,220 miles
    Test number
    902935195144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass34,485 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    34,485 miles
    Test number
    250574343083
    • AdvisoryN/side rear tyre has minute aged cracks

  22. Fail34,485 miles (+4,391)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,485 miles
    Test number
    301916578277
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryN/side rear tyre has minute aged cracks

  23. Pass30,094 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    30,094 miles
    Test number
    118959504305
    • NoteNearside front tyre scuffed on sidewall
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has age cracks
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge

  24. Fail30,094 miles (+4,238)4 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,094 miles
    Test number
    937069804381
    • FailureNearside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Outer 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 Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteNearside front tyre scuffed on sidewall
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has age cracks
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge

  25. Pass25,856 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    25,856 miles
    Test number
    447498403386
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have age cracks

  26. Fail25,856 miles (+3,597)3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,856 miles
    Test number
    789588903351
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have age cracks

  27. Pass22,259 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    22,259 miles
    Test number
    987755402359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail22,259 miles (+3,111)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,259 miles
    Test number
    798504302381
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a pin or bush of a lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

  29. Pass19,148 miles (+3,139)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    19,148 miles
    Test number
    525544391271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass16,009 miles (+3,210)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    16,009 miles
    Test number
    282945560252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass12,799 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    12,799 miles
    Test number
    851939159211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass12,788 miles (+2,178)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    12,788 miles
    Test number
    233321558387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass10,610 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    10,610 miles
    Test number
    672016717317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS54 PMU

Does LS54 PMU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS54 PMU is valid until 21 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS54 PMU?
The MOT on LS54 PMU is valid until 21 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS54 PMU done?
LS54 PMU was recorded at 85,352 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2026, an average of 3,967 miles a year.
Has LS54 PMU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS54 PMU has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LS54 PMU 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 LS54 PMU find?
LS54 PMU passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking or perishing; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking or perishing; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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