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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

LB04 LZUMOT history

LB04 LZU is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 10 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 24 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 39,708 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Nov 2026
Mileage
39,708 mi
At MOT on 25 Nov 2025
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,023 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 LZU
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
10 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 LZU was last recorded at 39,708 miles on 25 Nov 2025, 3,193 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
36,515 miles · 4 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
3,193 miles
Average per year
2,023 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 39,708 miles
  • 2024 – 36,515 miles
  • 2023 – 33,299 miles
  • 2022 – 30,472 miles
  • 2021 – 27,958 miles
  • 2020 – 25,958 miles
  • 2019 – 22,253 miles
  • 2018 – 19,346 miles
  • 2017 – 14,897 miles
  • 2016 – 9,045 miles
  • 2015 – 4,850 miles
  • 2014 – 4,823 miles
  • 2013 – 4,705 miles
  • 2012 – 4,419 miles
  • 2011 – 4,130 miles
  • 2010 – 3,965 miles
  • 2009 – 3,637 miles
  • 2007 – 2,160 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass39,708 miles

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.

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • All tyres starting to crack/perish

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 4 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass39,708 miles (+3,193)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    39,708 miles
    Test number
    824859957306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass36,515 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    36,515 miles
    Test number
    232867274274
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll tyres starting to crack/perish

  3. Fail36,515 miles (+3,216)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,515 miles
    Test number
    480052103061
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll tyres starting to crack/perish

  4. Pass33,299 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    33,299 miles
    Test number
    454723538713
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Fail33,298 miles (+2,826)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,298 miles
    Test number
    132740989562
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass30,472 miles (+2,514)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    30,472 miles
    Test number
    402236996423
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass27,958 miles (+2,000)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    27,958 miles
    Test number
    169760838817
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass25,958 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    25,958 miles
    Test number
    905378702825

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail25,958 miles (+3,705)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,958 miles
    Test number
    206093339799
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both pale (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Pass22,253 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    22,253 miles
    Test number
    605304446866
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner 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 (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail22,252 miles (+2,906)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,252 miles
    Test number
    654347081327
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner 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 (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass19,346 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    19,346 miles
    Test number
    598115958186
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  13. Fail19,345 miles (+4,448)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,345 miles
    Test number
    369196384289
    • FailureNearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  14. Pass14,897 miles (+5,852)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    14,897 miles
    Test number
    478000742790
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass9,045 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    9,045 miles
    Test number
    810547079308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail9,045 miles (+4,195)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,045 miles
    Test number
    300859471319
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  17. Pass4,850 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    4,850 miles
    Test number
    585605805112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass4,823 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    4,823 miles
    Test number
    268224604437
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail4,823 miles (+118)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,823 miles
    Test number
    338644204130
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass4,705 miles (+286)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    4,705 miles
    Test number
    498329203103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass4,419 miles (+289)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    4,419 miles
    Test number
    596725912161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass4,130 miles (+165)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    4,130 miles
    Test number
    398179901146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass3,965 miles (+328)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    3,965 miles
    Test number
    122521510102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass3,637 miles (+1,477)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    3,637 miles
    Test number
    892047019129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass2,160 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2008
    Odometer
    2,160 miles
    Test number
    262464827443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 LZU

Does LB04 LZU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB04 LZU is valid until 24 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB04 LZU?
The MOT on LB04 LZU is valid until 24 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB04 LZU done?
LB04 LZU was recorded at 39,708 miles at its MOT on 25 Nov 2025, an average of 2,023 miles a year.
Has LB04 LZU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 LZU has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LB04 LZU 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 LZU find?
LB04 LZU passed its latest MOT on 25 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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