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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

LB04 HXSMOT history

LB04 HXS is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 23 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 97,314 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jul 2027
Mileage
97,314 mi
At MOT on 16 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,831 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 HXS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
23 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 HXS was last recorded at 97,314 miles on 16 Jul 2026, 4,905 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,409 miles · 24 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
4,905 miles
Average per year
3,831 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,314 miles
  • 2025 – 92,409 miles
  • 2024 – 86,406 miles
  • 2023 – 85,403 miles
  • 2020 – 85,338 miles
  • 2019 – 84,938 miles
  • 2018 – 83,319 miles
  • 2017 – 82,012 miles
  • 2016 – 78,278 miles
  • 2015 – 71,615 miles
  • 2014 – 65,879 miles
  • 2013 – 62,106 miles
  • 2012 – 57,821 miles
  • 2011 – 51,790 miles
  • 2010 – 43,274 miles
  • 2008 – 34,401 miles
  • 2007 – 24,539 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,314 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 18 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,314 miles (+4,905)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    97,314 miles
    Test number
    647444776050
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass92,409 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    92,409 miles
    Test number
    592060683403
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail92,399 miles (+5,993)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,399 miles
    Test number
    565430442289
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHydraulic fluid leaking excessively steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 165/70/14 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlamp slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp slightly insecure

  4. Pass86,406 miles (+1,003)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    86,406 miles
    Test number
    506391936099
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexy section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering slight seepage - [rack]

  5. Pass85,403 miles (+65)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    85,403 miles
    Test number
    770133250167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass85,338 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2021
    Odometer
    85,338 miles
    Test number
    991798717105
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail85,337 miles (+399)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,337 miles
    Test number
    191784308092
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass84,938 miles (+1,619)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    84,938 miles
    Test number
    881788434450
    • AdvisoryUnder - trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  9. Pass83,319 miles (+1,307)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    83,319 miles
    Test number
    134415675590
    • AdvisoryUnder - trays fitted

  10. Pass82,012 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    82,012 miles
    Test number
    171926396277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail82,012 miles (+3,734)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,012 miles
    Test number
    532425806661
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  12. Pass78,278 miles (+6,663)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    78,278 miles
    Test number
    350696639296
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion wing (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear service brake efficiency low
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass71,615 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    71,615 miles
    Test number
    748631225158
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail71,615 miles (+5,736)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,615 miles
    Test number
    258881125446
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass65,879 miles (+3,773)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2015
    Odometer
    65,879 miles
    Test number
    618112134144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass62,106 miles (+4,285)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2014
    Odometer
    62,106 miles
    Test number
    179460833195
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass57,821 miles (+6,031)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    57,821 miles
    Test number
    676686992003
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteHand brake travel high

  18. Pass51,790 miles (+8,516)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    51,790 miles
    Test number
    177203671064
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteO/S/R door not closing true

  19. Pass43,274 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    43,274 miles
    Test number
    591282920060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail43,274 miles (+8,873)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,274 miles
    Test number
    622252120088
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  21. Pass34,401 miles (+9,862)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    34,401 miles
    Test number
    874832528353
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  22. Pass24,539 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    24,539 miles
    Test number
    944499297195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 HXS

Does LB04 HXS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB04 HXS is valid until 23 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB04 HXS?
The MOT on LB04 HXS is valid until 23 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB04 HXS done?
LB04 HXS was recorded at 97,314 miles at its MOT on 16 Jul 2026, an average of 3,831 miles a year.
Has LB04 HXS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 HXS has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LB04 HXS 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 HXS find?
LB04 HXS passed its latest MOT on 16 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside front coil spring corroded.

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