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Volkswagen Polo

Yellow · Diesel · 2004 · 1,422 cc

LB04 NHTMOT history

LB04 NHT is a yellow diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 15 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 1 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 149,257 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Oct 2026
Mileage
149,257 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2025
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,079 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 NHT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,422 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
15 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 NHT was last recorded at 149,257 miles on 2 Oct 2025, 22,620 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,637 miles · 21 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
22,620 miles
Average per year
7,079 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 149,257 miles
  • 2024 – 126,637 miles
  • 2023 – 120,341 miles
  • 2022 – 103,473 miles
  • 2020 – 90,960 miles
  • 2019 – 80,760 miles
  • 2018 – 71,764 miles
  • 2017 – 67,507 miles
  • 2016 – 63,163 miles
  • 2015 – 58,308 miles
  • 2014 – 57,802 miles
  • 2013 – 54,688 miles
  • 2012 – 46,931 miles
  • 2011 – 43,773 miles
  • 2010 – 37,040 miles
  • 2009 – 31,297 miles
  • 2008 – 24,900 miles
  • 2007 – 18,992 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,257 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside outer sill corroded
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Light corrosion underneath all over

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 9 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,257 miles (+22,620)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    149,257 miles
    Test number
    580916401185
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass126,637 miles (+9)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    126,637 miles
    Test number
    713318747339
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion underneath all over

  3. Fail126,628 miles (+6,287)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,628 miles
    Test number
    750899371760
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion underneath all over

  4. Pass120,341 miles (+16,868)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    120,341 miles
    Test number
    995712296123
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust slight corrosion

  5. Pass103,473 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    103,473 miles
    Test number
    560468238895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail103,473 miles (+12,513)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,473 miles
    Test number
    996579103445
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass90,960 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    90,960 miles
    Test number
    314050076897

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail90,960 miles (+3,665)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,960 miles
    Test number
    796683816518
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass87,295 miles (+6,535)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    87,295 miles
    Test number
    285349244481
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass80,760 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    80,760 miles
    Test number
    384539030733

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail80,760 miles (+8,996)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,760 miles
    Test number
    666789528713
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass71,764 miles (+4,257)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    71,764 miles
    Test number
    507688696306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass67,507 miles (+4,344)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    67,507 miles
    Test number
    925227083442
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated

  14. Pass63,163 miles (+4,855)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    63,163 miles
    Test number
    437479467643
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated

  15. Pass58,308 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    58,308 miles
    Test number
    756353915071
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail58,292 miles (+490)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,292 miles
    Test number
    148943415098
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass57,802 miles (+3,114)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    57,802 miles
    Test number
    996595994159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass54,688 miles (+7,757)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    54,688 miles
    Test number
    816472783196
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass46,931 miles (+3,158)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2013
    Odometer
    46,931 miles
    Test number
    218137512451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass43,773 miles (+6,733)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2012
    Odometer
    43,773 miles
    Test number
    708959021179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass37,040 miles (+5,743)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2011
    Odometer
    37,040 miles
    Test number
    263526720162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass31,297 miles (+6,397)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2010
    Odometer
    31,297 miles
    Test number
    730735829109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass24,900 miles (+5,908)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2009
    Odometer
    24,900 miles
    Test number
    423556538144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass18,992 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2008
    Odometer
    18,992 miles
    Test number
    340419327117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 NHT

Does LB04 NHT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 NHT expired on 1 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 NHT?
The MOT on LB04 NHT expired on 1 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 NHT done?
LB04 NHT was recorded at 149,257 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2025, an average of 7,079 miles a year.
Has LB04 NHT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 NHT has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2024.
Has the mileage on LB04 NHT 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 NHT find?
LB04 NHT passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2025 with 6 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 3 more.

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