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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,198 cc

LB04 JYCMOT history

LB04 JYC is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 18 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 15 Dec 2021 and it has passed 14 of 25 MOT tests, with 116,581 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Dec 2021
Mileage
116,581 mi
At MOT on 25 Nov 2021
MOT tests
25
14 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,113 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 JYC
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
18 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Dec 2021
Latest MOT test
25 Nov 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB04 JYC was last recorded at 116,581 miles on 25 Nov 2021, 1,224 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,357 miles · 14 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
1,224 miles
Average per year
6,113 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 116,581 miles
  • 2020 – 115,357 miles
  • 2019 – 112,685 miles
  • 2018 – 106,348 miles
  • 2017 – 103,816 miles
  • 2016 – 101,110 miles
  • 2015 – 98,866 miles
  • 2014 – 95,278 miles
  • 2013 – 89,150 miles
  • 2012 – 81,610 miles
  • 2011 – 66,836 miles
  • 2010 – 55,455 miles
  • 2009 – 44,239 miles
  • 2008 – 36,901 miles
  • 2007 – 28,423 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail116,581 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front suspension arm rear nut Nyloc ineffective (not fitted as standard, Nyloc not touching bolt treads)
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play track rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting damaged and seriously weakened aluminium subframe section has been cut/damaged (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill, 3x holes (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front seat back rest has movement
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged sidewalls worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner has grease on it but still secure and not deteriorated
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened small cuts in arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front seat wont tip forwards
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryWipers hitting each other when operatingRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • All four tyres look to be underinflated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Chip in windscreen

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Engine cover and under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail116,581 miles (+1,224)1 dangerous13 major1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,581 miles
    Test number
    439871576327
    • DangerousOffside Front suspension arm rear nut Nyloc ineffective (not fitted as standard, Nyloc not touching bolt treads)
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play track rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting damaged and seriously weakened aluminium subframe section has been cut/damaged (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill, 3x holes (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat back rest has movement
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged sidewalls worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner has grease on it but still secure and not deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened small cuts in arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat wont tip forwards
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryWipers hitting each other when operating
  2. Pass115,357 miles (+34)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    115,357 miles
    Test number
    306715265445
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres look to be underinflated
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake is binding slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside front seat will not tilt forward
    • AdvisoryPlay in the nearside of steering rack
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box is corroded
    • AdvisoryWipers hitting each other when operating
  3. Fail115,323 miles (+2,638)4 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,323 miles
    Test number
    934559165193
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres look to be underinflated
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront to centre exhaust pipe joint is in poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake is binding slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside front seat will not tilt forward
    • AdvisoryPlay in the nearside of steering rack
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box is corroded
    • AdvisoryWipers hitting each other when operating
  4. Pass112,685 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    112,685 miles
    Test number
    274946682099
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded
  5. Fail112,685 miles (+6,337)6 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,685 miles
    Test number
    314270417364
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded
  6. Pass106,348 miles (+7)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    106,348 miles
    Test number
    176907587004
    • AdvisoryBoth front seat belt slow retract
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH (4.4.3 (a))
  7. Fail106,341 miles (+2,525)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,341 miles
    Test number
    100268028911
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both side (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front seat belt slow retract
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH (4.4.3 (a))
  8. Pass103,816 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    103,816 miles
    Test number
    263302413514
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush both side (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint linkages oil leak both side (2.5.B.1a)
  9. Fail103,816 miles (+2,706)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,816 miles
    Test number
    830845283281
    • FailureFront Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush both side (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint linkages oil leak both side (2.5.B.1a)
  10. Pass101,110 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    101,110 miles
    Test number
    173395532321
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside body has slight damage.
    • AdvisoryNearside front & Nearside rear tyre`s perished.
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre has damage on the outer sidewall.
  11. Fail101,110 miles (+2,244)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,110 miles
    Test number
    730212449848
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside body has slight damage.
    • AdvisoryNearside front & Nearside rear tyre`s perished.
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre has damage on the outer sidewall.
  12. Pass98,866 miles (+23)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    98,866 miles
    Test number
    594255833170
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play inner (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre has cuts in the sidewall and a nail in the tyre.
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear body has slight damage.
  13. Fail98,843 miles (+3,565)1 dangerous2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,843 miles
    Test number
    301848813431
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc outer (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play inner (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre has cuts in the sidewall and a nail in the tyre.
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear body has slight damage.
  14. Pass95,278 miles (+438)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    95,278 miles
    Test number
    236268154283
    • NoteBoth rear indicators slightly discoloured
    • NoteDamage to nearside wing mirror unit
    • NoteSmall split in nearside front drop link
  15. Fail94,840 miles (+5,690)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,840 miles
    Test number
    195735534259
    • FailureNearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
  16. Pass89,150 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    89,150 miles
    Test number
    655509213200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail89,150 miles (+7,540)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,150 miles
    Test number
    828649413269
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
  18. Pass81,610 miles (+14,774)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    81,610 miles
    Test number
    438946422222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass66,836 miles (+11,381)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    66,836 miles
    Test number
    529655671161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass55,455 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    55,455 miles
    Test number
    671913350180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail55,455 miles (+11,216)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,455 miles
    Test number
    273173150409
    • FailureOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Upper Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
  22. Pass44,239 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2010
    Odometer
    44,239 miles
    Test number
    451328539170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail44,239 miles (+7,338)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,239 miles
    Test number
    314528639188
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  24. Pass36,901 miles (+8,478)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    36,901 miles
    Test number
    303207258138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass28,423 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    28,423 miles
    Test number
    600596077105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 JYC

Does LB04 JYC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 JYC expired on 15 Dec 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 JYC?
The MOT on LB04 JYC expired on 15 Dec 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 JYC done?
LB04 JYC was recorded at 116,581 miles at its MOT on 25 Nov 2021, an average of 6,113 miles a year.
Has LB04 JYC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 JYC has failed 11 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LB04 JYC 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 JYC find?
LB04 JYC failed its latest MOT on 25 Nov 2021 with 1 dangerous defect, 13 major defects, 1 minor defect and 14 advisories: offside front suspension arm rear nut nyloc ineffective (not fitted as standard, nyloc not touching bolt treads); exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits, and 26 more.

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