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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,198 cc

LB04 BVZMOT history

LB04 BVZ is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 4 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 11 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 107,468 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Dec 2026
Mileage
107,468 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2025
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,538 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 BVZ
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
4 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 BVZ was last recorded at 107,468 miles on 28 Nov 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,468 miles · 27 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,538 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 107,468 miles
  • 2024 – 104,281 miles
  • 2023 – 99,855 miles
  • 2022 – 95,157 miles
  • 2021 – 90,187 miles
  • 2020 – 85,325 miles
  • 2019 – 79,751 miles
  • 2018 – 71,936 miles
  • 2017 – 64,172 miles
  • 2016 – 56,241 miles
  • 2015 – 49,302 miles
  • 2014 – 44,161 miles
  • 2013 – 37,886 miles
  • 2012 – 30,996 miles
  • 2011 – 23,459 miles
  • 2010 – 16,832 miles
  • 2009 – 11,447 miles
  • 2008 – 10,530 miles
  • 2007 – 5,591 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,468 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 7 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,468 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    107,468 miles
    Test number
    191729634639

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail107,468 miles (+3,187)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,468 miles
    Test number
    628871905996
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
  3. Pass104,281 miles (+4,426)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    104,281 miles
    Test number
    723697321417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass99,855 miles (+4,698)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    99,855 miles
    Test number
    776473164467
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass95,157 miles (+4,970)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    95,157 miles
    Test number
    199045328753

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass90,187 miles (+4,862)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    90,187 miles
    Test number
    450013893122
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass85,325 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    85,325 miles
    Test number
    335451371268
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Fail85,325 miles (+5,574)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,325 miles
    Test number
    489632632755
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass79,751 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    79,751 miles
    Test number
    283238334301
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Fail79,751 miles (+7,815)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,751 miles
    Test number
    399989148800
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass71,936 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    71,936 miles
    Test number
    922172923861
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Fail71,936 miles (+7,764)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,936 miles
    Test number
    356515405316
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass64,172 miles (+7,931)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    64,172 miles
    Test number
    163373874383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass56,241 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    56,241 miles
    Test number
    938007218048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
  15. Fail56,241 miles (+6,939)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,241 miles
    Test number
    270521489727
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
  16. Pass49,302 miles (+5,141)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    49,302 miles
    Test number
    588339934543
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNsf & osf tyres worn inner edges
  17. Pass44,161 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    44,161 miles
    Test number
    619127704340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail44,161 miles (+6,275)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,161 miles
    Test number
    929384404355
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
  19. Pass37,886 miles (+6,890)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    37,886 miles
    Test number
    197831143148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass30,996 miles (+7,537)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    30,996 miles
    Test number
    968224042104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass23,459 miles (+6,627)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    23,459 miles
    Test number
    946369931167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass16,832 miles (+5,385)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    16,832 miles
    Test number
    754215940157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass11,447 miles (+917)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    11,447 miles
    Test number
    383105259192
    • NoteTyres starting to perish
  24. Pass10,530 miles (+4,939)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    10,530 miles
    Test number
    282830888472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass5,591 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    5,591 miles
    Test number
    240348187487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 BVZ

Does LB04 BVZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB04 BVZ is valid until 11 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB04 BVZ?
The MOT on LB04 BVZ is valid until 11 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB04 BVZ done?
LB04 BVZ was recorded at 107,468 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2025, an average of 5,538 miles a year.
Has LB04 BVZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 BVZ has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LB04 BVZ 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 BVZ find?
LB04 BVZ passed its latest MOT on 28 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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