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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,198 cc

LS54 VWVMOT history

LS54 VWV is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Nov 2004. Its MOT expired on 4 Jul 2023 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 164,670 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jun 2022.

LS54 VWV black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 4 Jul 2023
Mileage
164,670 mi
At MOT on 30 Jun 2022
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
10,295 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS54 VWV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Nov 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
30 Jun 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS54 VWV was last recorded at 164,670 miles on 30 Jun 2022, 30 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jun 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Jun 2018: 127,262 miles, lower than 134,690 miles on 15 Jun 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
164,640 miles · 24 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
30 miles
Average per year
10,295 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 164,670 miles
  • 2021 – 159,225 miles
  • 2020 – 148,816 miles
  • 2019 – 137,930 miles
  • 2018 – 127,262 miles
  • 2017 – 134,690 miles
  • 2016 – 102,228 miles
  • 2015 – 91,343 miles
  • 2014 – 82,033 miles
  • 2013 – 75,352 miles
  • 2012 – 66,914 miles
  • 2011 – 51,708 miles
  • 2009 – 27,258 miles
  • 2008 – 19,900 miles
  • 2007 – 13,759 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,670 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 2 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,670 miles (+30)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    164,670 miles
    Test number
    905809424092
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  2. Fail164,640 miles (+5,415)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,640 miles
    Test number
    480930847142
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed ply exposed 1856014 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak rear box (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  3. Pass159,225 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    159,225 miles
    Test number
    121189763859
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail159,225 miles (+10,409)7 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,225 miles
    Test number
    748764666644
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Possible bulb incorrectly fitted. (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass148,816 miles (+42)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    148,816 miles
    Test number
    617408331469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail148,774 miles (+10,844)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,774 miles
    Test number
    759510055791
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  7. Pass137,930 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    137,930 miles
    Test number
    832509896062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail137,930 miles (+10,668)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,930 miles
    Test number
    673390829986
    • MajorEmissions not tested Blowing exhaust affecting emmissions (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  9. Pass127,262 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    127,262 miles
    Test number
    777312502460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail127,262 miles (-7,428)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,262 miles
    Test number
    116178805528
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  11. Pass134,690 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    134,690 miles
    Test number
    159554069103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. FailMileage not read3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    662358550181
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
  13. Pass102,228 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    102,228 miles
    Test number
    437921312046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail102,228 miles (+10,885)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,228 miles
    Test number
    236318028591
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)
  15. Pass91,343 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    91,343 miles
    Test number
    888848145150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail91,343 miles (+9,310)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,343 miles
    Test number
    617768045169
    • DangerousFront Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
  17. Pass82,033 miles (+6,681)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    82,033 miles
    Test number
    757627454184
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front drive shaft coupling is slightly worn (2.5.C.1c)
  18. Pass75,352 miles (+8,438)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    75,352 miles
    Test number
    218800713242
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge
  19. Pass66,914 miles (+15,206)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    66,914 miles
    Test number
    779252872067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail51,708 miles3 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,708 miles
    Test number
    358191181014
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • 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)
    • NoteN/s rear aged cracks to outer wall
  21. Pass51,708 miles (+24,450)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    51,708 miles
    Test number
    669081481023
    • 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)
    • NoteN/s rear aged cracks to outer wall
  22. Pass27,258 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    27,258 miles
    Test number
    561007629309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail27,258 miles (+7,358)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,258 miles
    Test number
    294077129348
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteAdvise o/s and n/s rear tyres age cracks on side walls.
  24. Pass19,900 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    19,900 miles
    Test number
    760115718390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail19,900 miles (+6,141)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,900 miles
    Test number
    844515318308
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
  26. Pass13,759 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    13,759 miles
    Test number
    424676907405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS54 VWV

Does LS54 VWV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS54 VWV expired on 4 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS54 VWV?
The MOT on LS54 VWV expired on 4 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS54 VWV done?
LS54 VWV was recorded at 164,670 miles at its MOT on 30 Jun 2022, an average of 10,295 miles a year.
Has LS54 VWV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS54 VWV has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on LS54 VWV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 Jun 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS54 VWV find?
LS54 VWV passed its latest MOT on 30 Jun 2022 with 1 advisory: offside rear service brake fluctuating, but not excessively.

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