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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

LX54 YUTMOT history

LX54 YUT is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 22 Sept 2004. Its MOT expired on 30 Mar 2024 and it has passed 15 of 27 MOT tests, with 94,289 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Apr 2024.

LX54 YUT grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Mar 2024
Mileage
94,289 mi
At MOT on 11 Apr 2024
MOT tests
27
15 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,805 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX54 YUT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
22 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
11 Apr 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LX54 YUT was last recorded at 94,289 miles on 11 Apr 2024, 3,990 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,299 miles · 31 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
3,990 miles
Average per year
4,805 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 94,289 miles
  • 2023 – 90,299 miles
  • 2022 – 87,751 miles
  • 2021 – 85,486 miles
  • 2020 – 84,765 miles
  • 2018 – 83,896 miles
  • 2017 – 79,800 miles
  • 2016 – 73,524 miles
  • 2015 – 67,885 miles
  • 2014 – 62,906 miles
  • 2013 – 57,289 miles
  • 2012 – 50,858 miles
  • 2011 – 42,680 miles
  • 2010 – 36,417 miles
  • 2009 – 28,161 miles
  • 2008 – 18,193 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail94,289 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Caused by rubbing on wheel arch liner (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Delaminated (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner edge bold and split to cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Delaminated (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil warning light flashes when fast idle - oil level ok

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.

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 9 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail94,289 miles (+3,990)8 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,289 miles
    Test number
    995404897810
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Caused by rubbing on wheel arch liner (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Delaminated (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner edge bold and split to cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Delaminated (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil warning light flashes when fast idle - oil level ok

  2. Pass90,299 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    90,299 miles
    Test number
    853432388990

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail90,299 miles (+2,548)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,299 miles
    Test number
    834613930443
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre

  4. Pass87,751 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    87,751 miles
    Test number
    604067498354
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail87,751 miles (+2,265)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,751 miles
    Test number
    181095588322
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre cracking or perishing tyre is 11 years old

  6. Pass85,486 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    85,486 miles
    Test number
    340449401335
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  7. Fail85,486 miles (+721)1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,486 miles
    Test number
    648961247386
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  8. Pass84,765 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    84,765 miles
    Test number
    992971189221
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive on gear box pan (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished
    • AdvisoryNsr brake noisy under braking possibly needs looking at

  9. Fail84,765 miles (+857)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,765 miles
    Test number
    270124329578
    • MajorDirection indicator incorrect colour both rear showing white light (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rubber split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive on gear box pan (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished

  10. Pass83,908 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    83,908 miles
    Test number
    930408278953

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail83,896 miles (+4,096)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,896 miles
    Test number
    715730840832
    • 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))
    • 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 default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass79,800 miles (+71)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    79,800 miles
    Test number
    720450223610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail79,729 miles (+6,205)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,729 miles
    Test number
    185327541769
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 31% offside reading lower effort (3.7.B.5b)

  14. Pass73,524 miles (+3)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    73,524 miles
    Test number
    496809459727
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Both rear tyres perished

  15. Fail73,521 miles (+5,636)2 failures1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,521 miles
    Test number
    957418774581
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Both rear tyres perished

  16. Pass67,885 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    67,885 miles
    Test number
    226504055131
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryStop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre perished and has cuts in tread

  17. Fail67,885 miles (+4,979)1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,885 miles
    Test number
    317764455136
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryStop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre perished and has cuts in tread

  18. Pass62,906 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    62,906 miles
    Test number
    678297254196
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteN/S/F door mirror glass missing

  19. Fail62,906 miles (+5,617)2 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,906 miles
    Test number
    208487954401
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteN/S/F door mirror glass missing

  20. Pass57,289 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    57,289 miles
    Test number
    295333863462
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteUnable to check n/s/r seat belt due to child seat being fitted
    • NoteV-belt starting to split

  21. Fail57,289 miles (+6,431)3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,289 miles
    Test number
    978002963134
    • FailureNearside Front 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 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 Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteUnable to check n/s/r seat belt due to child seat being fitted
    • NoteV-belt starting to split

  22. Pass50,858 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    50,858 miles
    Test number
    659462672122
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  23. Fail50,858 miles (+8,178)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,858 miles
    Test number
    955452972143
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass42,680 miles (+6,263)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    42,680 miles
    Test number
    326050181123
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/S/F tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteO/S/F tyre very worn on inner edge,but no cords showing

  25. Pass36,417 miles (+8,256)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    36,417 miles
    Test number
    784268660104
    • NoteUnable to check o/s/r + n/s/r seat belts due to child seats being fitted

  26. Pass28,161 miles (+9,968)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    28,161 miles
    Test number
    454138269196
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  27. Pass18,193 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    18,193 miles
    Test number
    850081668156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX54 YUT

Does LX54 YUT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX54 YUT expired on 30 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX54 YUT?
The MOT on LX54 YUT expired on 30 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX54 YUT done?
LX54 YUT was recorded at 94,289 miles at its MOT on 11 Apr 2024, an average of 4,805 miles a year.
Has LX54 YUT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX54 YUT has failed 12 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on LX54 YUT 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 LX54 YUT find?
LX54 YUT failed its latest MOT on 11 Apr 2024 with 8 major defects, 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front lower anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt caused by rubbing on wheel arch liner; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect delaminated, and 8 more.

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