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Volkswagen Polo

Green · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

LB04 BVPMOT history

LB04 BVP is a green petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 Apr 2004. Its MOT expired on 10 Dec 2024 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 159,086 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Dec 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Dec 2024
Mileage
159,086 mi
At MOT on 11 Dec 2023
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,953 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 BVP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
28 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
11 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 BVP was last recorded at 159,086 miles on 11 Dec 2023, 5,771 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,315 miles · 23 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
5,771 miles
Average per year
6,953 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 159,086 miles
  • 2022 – 153,315 miles
  • 2021 – 149,835 miles
  • 2020 – 144,836 miles
  • 2019 – 137,103 miles
  • 2018 – 128,023 miles
  • 2017 – 126,158 miles
  • 2016 – 121,937 miles
  • 2015 – 116,870 miles
  • 2014 – 108,059 miles
  • 2013 – 101,042 miles
  • 2012 – 92,587 miles
  • 2011 – 83,052 miles
  • 2010 – 74,871 miles
  • 2009 – 63,593 miles
  • 2008 – 54,499 miles
  • 2007 – 43,219 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,086 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective o/s & n/s (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play o/s & n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play o/s & n/s (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases backbox (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear backbox outer shell corroded
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure4 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass159,086 miles (+5,771)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    159,086 miles
    Test number
    198245366947
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective o/s & n/s (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play o/s & n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play o/s & n/s (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases backbox (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear backbox outer shell corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass153,315 miles (+3,480)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    153,315 miles
    Test number
    265646083273
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass149,835 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2022
    Odometer
    149,835 miles
    Test number
    164980909837
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play and dust cover is deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail149,835 miles (+4,999)3 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,835 miles
    Test number
    432958214262
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play and dust cover is deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass144,836 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2021
    Odometer
    144,836 miles
    Test number
    954547920944
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension arm rear bush is deteriorated and has slight play
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust box casing corroded

  6. Fail144,836 miles (+7,733)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,836 miles
    Test number
    614170987830
    • Repaired at testCentral Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension arm rear bush is deteriorated and has slight play
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust box casing corroded

  7. Pass137,103 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    137,103 miles
    Test number
    437122040717
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust outer skin cracking

  8. Fail137,103 miles (+9,080)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,103 miles
    Test number
    189816815692
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust outer skin cracking

  9. Pass128,023 miles (+1,865)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    128,023 miles
    Test number
    249375916561

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass126,158 miles (+17)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    126,158 miles
    Test number
    322070009579
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryPlay in inner steering joints

  11. Fail126,141 miles (+4,204)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,141 miles
    Test number
    500049005526
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureFront brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryPlay in inner steering joints

  12. Pass121,937 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    121,937 miles
    Test number
    551987810817
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront both sides inner steering arms have play
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  13. Fail121,932 miles (+5,062)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,932 miles
    Test number
    292714348512
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront both sides inner steering arms have play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass116,870 miles (+8,811)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    116,870 miles
    Test number
    188801415141
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass108,059 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    108,059 miles
    Test number
    246532314116
    • NoteEML illuminated
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Fail108,052 miles (+7,010)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,052 miles
    Test number
    538552814162
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteEML illuminated
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Pass101,042 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    101,042 miles
    Test number
    698346203126
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEML illuminated
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Fail101,038 miles (+8,451)7 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,038 miles
    Test number
    685146203155
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Upper Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEML illuminated
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Pass92,587 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    92,587 miles
    Test number
    566966012137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail92,587 miles (+9,535)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,587 miles
    Test number
    287816512479
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  21. Pass83,052 miles (+20)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    83,052 miles
    Test number
    327694101144
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Fail83,032 miles (+8,161)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,032 miles
    Test number
    328111701103
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass74,871 miles (+11,278)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    74,871 miles
    Test number
    274012410490
    • NoteOffside front and nearside front brake discs worn
    • NoteSurface corrosion to offside rear and nearside rear brake discs

  24. Pass63,593 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    63,593 miles
    Test number
    221025609126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail63,578 miles (+9,079)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,578 miles
    Test number
    571634209160
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  26. Pass54,499 miles (+131)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    54,499 miles
    Test number
    934783418111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail54,368 miles (+11,149)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,368 miles
    Test number
    514576908128
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureNearside Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  28. Pass43,219 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    43,219 miles
    Test number
    550102807183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail43,219 miles1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,219 miles
    Test number
    240702407138
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteFront pads low

Questions about LB04 BVP

Does LB04 BVP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 BVP expired on 10 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 BVP?
The MOT on LB04 BVP expired on 10 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 BVP done?
LB04 BVP was recorded at 159,086 miles at its MOT on 11 Dec 2023, an average of 6,953 miles a year.
Has LB04 BVP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 BVP has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 3 May 2021.
Has the mileage on LB04 BVP 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 LB04 BVP find?
LB04 BVP passed its latest MOT on 11 Dec 2023 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: front windscreen wiper blade defective o/s & n/s; front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play o/s & n/s; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s, and 8 more.

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