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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,198 cc

LB04 GKNMOT history

LB04 GKN is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 Apr 2004. Its MOT is valid until 26 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 58,032 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Apr 2027
Mileage
58,032 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,440 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 GKN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
28 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 GKN was last recorded at 58,032 miles on 8 Apr 2026, 3,466 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
54,566 miles · 8 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,466 miles
Average per year
2,440 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 58,032 miles
  • 2025 – 54,566 miles
  • 2024 – 49,500 miles
  • 2023 – 43,941 miles
  • 2022 – 40,533 miles
  • 2021 – 39,680 miles
  • 2020 – 38,051 miles
  • 2019 – 36,910 miles
  • 2018 – 35,079 miles
  • 2017 – 33,491 miles
  • 2016 – 30,643 miles
  • 2015 – 21,250 miles
  • 2014 – 20,287 miles
  • 2013 – 19,316 miles
  • 2012 – 18,097 miles
  • 2011 – 16,756 miles
  • 2010 – 15,646 miles
  • 2009 – 14,708 miles
  • 2008 – 13,407 miles
  • 2007 – 11,739 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass58,032 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Driver's door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 19 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass58,032 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    58,032 miles
    Test number
    477529087506
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail58,032 miles (+3,466)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,032 miles
    Test number
    674336619506
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass54,566 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    54,566 miles
    Test number
    102476287702
    • MinorOffside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail54,566 miles (+5,066)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,566 miles
    Test number
    754765782096
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass49,500 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    49,500 miles
    Test number
    840083792230
    • MinorOffside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail49,500 miles (+5,559)2 dangerous2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,500 miles
    Test number
    778126567072
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass43,941 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    43,941 miles
    Test number
    383902032558
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail43,941 miles (+3,408)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,941 miles
    Test number
    830425303824
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass40,533 miles (+853)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    40,533 miles
    Test number
    358448517797
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  10. Pass39,680 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    39,680 miles
    Test number
    433612046708
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Fail39,679 miles (+1,628)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,679 miles
    Test number
    977046150034
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed excessively deteriorated (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & slightly deteriorated (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass38,051 miles (+1,141)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    38,051 miles
    Test number
    637370368263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass36,910 miles (+123)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    36,910 miles
    Test number
    678782287814

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail36,787 miles (+1,708)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,787 miles
    Test number
    905673544986
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLong hand brake travel

  15. Pass35,079 miles (+1,588)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    35,079 miles
    Test number
    189281968468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass33,491 miles (+2,848)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    33,491 miles
    Test number
    390066906393
    • AdvisoryBoth front wipers smearing slightly
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slightly stress cracked

  17. Pass30,643 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    30,643 miles
    Test number
    941643024405
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryBraided part of flexi exhaust section has come apart
    • AdvisoryVery slight engine oil leak

  18. Fail30,643 miles (+9,393)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,643 miles
    Test number
    274376035568
    • FailureNearside 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)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively smearing (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively smearing (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryBraided part of flexi exhaust section has come apart
    • AdvisoryVery slight engine oil leak

  19. Pass21,250 miles (+963)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    21,250 miles
    Test number
    969443815159
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass20,287 miles (+971)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    20,287 miles
    Test number
    927428514178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass19,316 miles (+1,219)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    19,316 miles
    Test number
    137579713171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass18,097 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    18,097 miles
    Test number
    469280312180
    • NoteNearside wing mirror cover insecure

  23. Fail18,097 miles (+1,341)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,097 miles
    Test number
    737360312110
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • NoteNearside wing mirror cover insecure

  24. Pass16,756 miles (+1,110)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    16,756 miles
    Test number
    197276591429
    • NoteNearside headlamp mounts damaged
    • NoteSmall cuts in both front and offside rear tyre outer walls

  25. Pass15,646 miles (+938)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    15,646 miles
    Test number
    754398490012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass14,708 miles (+1,301)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    14,708 miles
    Test number
    244020529187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass13,407 miles (+1,668)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    13,407 miles
    Test number
    884102728174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass11,739 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    11,739 miles
    Test number
    790439307152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 GKN

Does LB04 GKN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB04 GKN is valid until 26 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB04 GKN?
The MOT on LB04 GKN is valid until 26 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB04 GKN done?
LB04 GKN was recorded at 58,032 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2026, an average of 2,440 miles a year.
Has LB04 GKN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 GKN has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LB04 GKN 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 GKN find?
LB04 GKN passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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