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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

LB04 HXUMOT history

LB04 HXU is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 22 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 22 Dec 2026 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 60,678 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Dec 2026
Mileage
60,678 mi
At MOT on 11 Dec 2025
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,496 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 HXU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
22 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 HXU was last recorded at 60,678 miles on 11 Dec 2025, 2,027 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
58,651 miles · 20 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,027 miles
Average per year
2,496 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 60,678 miles
  • 2024 – 58,651 miles
  • 2023 – 53,105 miles
  • 2022 – 49,809 miles
  • 2021 – 48,077 miles
  • 2020 – 45,767 miles
  • 2019 – 44,088 miles
  • 2018 – 42,418 miles
  • 2017 – 40,648 miles
  • 2016 – 38,395 miles
  • 2015 – 35,952 miles
  • 2014 – 33,182 miles
  • 2013 – 30,187 miles
  • 2012 – 26,893 miles
  • 2011 – 23,074 miles
  • 2009 – 19,244 miles
  • 2008 – 17,183 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,678 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 8 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,678 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    60,678 miles
    Test number
    540322785587

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail60,678 miles (+2,027)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,678 miles
    Test number
    144314378830
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  3. Pass58,651 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    58,651 miles
    Test number
    693810686159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail58,651 miles (+5,546)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,651 miles
    Test number
    779201227775
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

  5. Pass53,105 miles (+3,296)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    53,105 miles
    Test number
    785794553429
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass49,809 miles (+1,732)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    49,809 miles
    Test number
    771452641759

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass48,077 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    48,077 miles
    Test number
    951002493744

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail48,077 miles (+2,310)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,077 miles
    Test number
    604519438866
    • MajorFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Both Sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass45,767 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    45,767 miles
    Test number
    697810666322
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive underneath (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail45,690 miles (+1,602)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,690 miles
    Test number
    240276666104
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  11. Pass44,088 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    44,088 miles
    Test number
    853468018618
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail44,088 miles (+1,670)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,088 miles
    Test number
    666383610359
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass42,418 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    42,418 miles
    Test number
    977270676546

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail42,418 miles (+1,770)2 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,418 miles
    Test number
    301093152929
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

  15. Pass40,648 miles (+2,253)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    40,648 miles
    Test number
    892753597526
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass38,395 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    38,395 miles
    Test number
    711353122784

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail38,395 miles (+2,443)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,395 miles
    Test number
    674838261748
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  18. Pass35,952 miles (+2,770)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    35,952 miles
    Test number
    435624975113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,182 miles (+2,995)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    33,182 miles
    Test number
    225873264108
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre outter side wall perished

  20. Pass30,187 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    30,187 miles
    Test number
    635286363183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail30,187 miles (+3,294)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,187 miles
    Test number
    755435263132
    • FailureNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass26,893 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    26,893 miles
    Test number
    165597062122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail26,893 miles (+3,819)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,893 miles
    Test number
    468437762104
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass23,074 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    23,074 miles
    Test number
    698473651162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail23,074 miles (+3,830)2 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,074 miles
    Test number
    645092051114
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  26. Pass19,244 miles (+2,061)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    19,244 miles
    Test number
    760027089171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass17,183 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    17,183 miles
    Test number
    653520898125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 HXU

Does LB04 HXU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB04 HXU is valid until 22 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB04 HXU?
The MOT on LB04 HXU is valid until 22 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 HXU done?
LB04 HXU was recorded at 60,678 miles at its MOT on 11 Dec 2025, an average of 2,496 miles a year.
Has LB04 HXU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 HXU has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LB04 HXU 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 HXU find?
LB04 HXU passed its latest MOT on 11 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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