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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,198 cc

LS54 YKXMOT history

LS54 YKX is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 15 Jan 2005. Its MOT expired on 16 Feb 2023 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 143,165 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2022.

LS54 YKX black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 16 Feb 2023
Mileage
143,165 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2022
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,514 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS54 YKX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
15 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS54 YKX was last recorded at 143,165 miles on 27 Jan 2022, 6,051 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,114 miles · 16 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
6,051 miles
Average per year
8,514 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 143,165 miles
  • 2021 – 137,114 miles
  • 2020 – 130,475 miles
  • 2019 – 124,513 miles
  • 2018 – 117,298 miles
  • 2016 – 106,967 miles
  • 2015 – 95,983 miles
  • 2013 – 57,854 miles
  • 2012 – 44,027 miles
  • 2011 – 38,485 miles
  • 2010 – 32,864 miles
  • 2009 – 27,715 miles
  • 2008 – 23,700 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,165 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

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 Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

20 tests since 16 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,165 miles (+6,051)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    143,165 miles
    Test number
    443056198204
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  2. Pass137,114 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    137,114 miles
    Test number
    665434824310
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail137,114 miles (+6,639)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,114 miles
    Test number
    329192469425
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass130,475 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    130,475 miles
    Test number
    280675054504
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail130,475 miles (+5,962)2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,475 miles
    Test number
    959284758335
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass124,513 miles (+90)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    124,513 miles
    Test number
    691944749773
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail124,423 miles (+7,125)4 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,423 miles
    Test number
    219694115820
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass117,298 miles (+10,331)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    117,298 miles
    Test number
    872539189776
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass106,967 miles (+10,984)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    106,967 miles
    Test number
    208253969985
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryRear brake imbalance reading high

  10. Pass95,983 miles (+19,810)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    95,983 miles
    Test number
    488606856313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass76,173 miles (+18,319)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    76,173 miles
    Test number
    187032815401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass57,854 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    57,854 miles
    Test number
    817347253338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail57,854 miles (+8,302)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,854 miles
    Test number
    327877453376
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  14. Pass49,552 miles (+5,525)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    49,552 miles
    Test number
    117247003414
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass44,027 miles (+5,542)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    44,027 miles
    Test number
    628623402052
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass38,485 miles (+5,621)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    38,485 miles
    Test number
    956445101023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass32,864 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    32,864 miles
    Test number
    443234910035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail32,864 miles (+5,149)5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,864 miles
    Test number
    711714010015
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  19. Pass27,715 miles (+4,015)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    27,715 miles
    Test number
    182714919046
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass23,700 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    23,700 miles
    Test number
    503236018008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS54 YKX

Does LS54 YKX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS54 YKX expired on 16 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS54 YKX?
The MOT on LS54 YKX expired on 16 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS54 YKX done?
LS54 YKX was recorded at 143,165 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2022, an average of 8,514 miles a year.
Has LS54 YKX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS54 YKX has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on LS54 YKX 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 YKX find?
LS54 YKX passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2022 with 2 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi; service brake requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

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