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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

LB04 DLYMOT history

LB04 DLY is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Apr 2004. Its MOT expired on 21 Oct 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 124,829 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Oct 2023
Mileage
124,829 mi
At MOT on 24 Oct 2023
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,425 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 DLY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
24 Oct 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB04 DLY was last recorded at 124,829 miles on 24 Oct 2023, 1,768 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,061 miles · 22 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
1,768 miles
Average per year
6,425 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 124,829 miles
  • 2022 – 123,061 miles
  • 2021 – 118,067 miles
  • 2020 – 109,280 miles
  • 2019 – 98,143 miles
  • 2018 – 89,124 miles
  • 2017 – 80,258 miles
  • 2016 – 66,091 miles
  • 2015 – 62,180 miles
  • 2014 – 57,488 miles
  • 2013 – 53,007 miles
  • 2012 – 47,310 miles
  • 2011 – 41,559 miles
  • 2010 – 35,647 miles
  • 2009 – 28,462 miles
  • 2008 – 23,238 miles
  • 2007 – 18,979 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail124,829 miles
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Has minor leaks of gases (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 3 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail124,829 miles (+1,768)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,829 miles
    Test number
    674326079208
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Has minor leaks of gases (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass123,061 miles (+4,994)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    123,061 miles
    Test number
    235526604160
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  3. Pass118,067 miles (+8,787)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    118,067 miles
    Test number
    162678131533
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOLD (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass109,280 miles (+11,137)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    109,280 miles
    Test number
    213357114519
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases downpipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass98,143 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    98,143 miles
    Test number
    359484756953
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail98,143 miles (+9,019)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,143 miles
    Test number
    403255390227
    • Repaired at testExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass89,124 miles (+8,866)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    89,124 miles
    Test number
    673384953259
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin all (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront (windscreen cracked front, not effecting drivers view as yet.)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass80,258 miles (+14,167)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    80,258 miles
    Test number
    841464399194
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin all (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront windscreen cracked offside front, not effecting drivers view as yet.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  9. Pass66,091 miles (+3,911)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    66,091 miles
    Test number
    642500808135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass62,180 miles (+4,692)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2016
    Odometer
    62,180 miles
    Test number
    788535725178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass57,488 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2015
    Odometer
    57,488 miles
    Test number
    887958524150
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail57,482 miles (+4,475)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,482 miles
    Test number
    335036824187
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail53,007 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,007 miles
    Test number
    259319213182
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

  14. Pass53,007 miles (+5,697)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2014
    Odometer
    53,007 miles
    Test number
    696139813154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass47,310 miles (+5,751)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2013
    Odometer
    47,310 miles
    Test number
    206431302140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass41,559 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2012
    Odometer
    41,559 miles
    Test number
    555508691079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail41,558 miles (+5,911)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,558 miles
    Test number
    309588991079
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteADVISE REAR TYRES WEARING UNEVEN

  18. Pass35,647 miles (+7,185)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2011
    Odometer
    35,647 miles
    Test number
    712092200117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass28,462 miles (+5,224)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2010
    Odometer
    28,462 miles
    Test number
    520786799018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass23,238 miles (+4,259)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2009
    Odometer
    23,238 miles
    Test number
    402718198073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass18,979 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2008
    Odometer
    18,979 miles
    Test number
    771733527136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail18,976 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,976 miles
    Test number
    704273827178
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about LB04 DLY

Does LB04 DLY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 DLY expired on 21 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 DLY?
The MOT on LB04 DLY expired on 21 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 DLY done?
LB04 DLY was recorded at 124,829 miles at its MOT on 24 Oct 2023, an average of 6,425 miles a year.
Has LB04 DLY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 DLY has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LB04 DLY 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 DLY find?
LB04 DLY failed its latest MOT on 24 Oct 2023 with 6 major defects and 2 advisories: emissions unable to be completed has minor leaks of gases; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside front brake hose excessively damaged, and 5 more.

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