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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

LB04 NHUMOT history

LB04 NHU is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 15 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 10 Feb 2023 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 80,023 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Feb 2023
Mileage
80,023 mi
At MOT on 11 Feb 2022
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,328 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 NHU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
15 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
11 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 NHU was last recorded at 80,023 miles on 11 Feb 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,023 miles · 10 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,328 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 80,023 miles
  • 2020 – 73,118 miles
  • 2019 – 71,997 miles
  • 2018 – 70,009 miles
  • 2017 – 66,254 miles
  • 2016 – 62,253 miles
  • 2015 – 59,037 miles
  • 2014 – 55,940 miles
  • 2013 – 52,350 miles
  • 2012 – 48,402 miles
  • 2011 – 43,590 miles
  • 2010 – 37,451 miles
  • 2009 – 30,467 miles
  • 2008 – 21,656 miles
  • 2007 – 15,987 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,023 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

21 tests since 27 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,023 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    80,023 miles
    Test number
    506832756866
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail80,023 miles (+6,905)3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,023 miles
    Test number
    126286716665
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass73,118 miles (+1,121)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    73,118 miles
    Test number
    600080190800
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass71,997 miles (+1,988)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    71,997 miles
    Test number
    230280031791
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass70,009 miles (+3,755)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    70,009 miles
    Test number
    499398028820
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass66,254 miles (+4,001)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    66,254 miles
    Test number
    360505238703
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  7. Pass62,253 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    62,253 miles
    Test number
    888752524731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail62,235 miles (+3,198)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,235 miles
    Test number
    781665060030
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Emissions not tested (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Emissions not tested (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  9. Pass59,037 miles (+3,097)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    59,037 miles
    Test number
    395861653798
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass55,940 miles (+3,590)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    55,940 miles
    Test number
    976033444336
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass52,350 miles (+3,948)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    52,350 miles
    Test number
    515096543365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass48,402 miles (+4,812)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    48,402 miles
    Test number
    447396442485
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  13. Pass43,590 miles (+6,139)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    43,590 miles
    Test number
    945047241365
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass37,451 miles (+6,984)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    37,451 miles
    Test number
    454697040364
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass30,467 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    30,467 miles
    Test number
    430239049327
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)

  16. Pass30,463 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    30,463 miles
    Test number
    123968149391
    • AdvisoryFront 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)

  17. Fail30,463 miles (+3,473)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,463 miles
    Test number
    440678849480
    • DangerousStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront 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)

  18. Fail26,990 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,990 miles
    Test number
    304164439178
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  19. Pass26,990 miles (+5,334)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2010
    Odometer
    26,990 miles
    Test number
    414244239133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass21,656 miles (+5,669)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2009
    Odometer
    21,656 miles
    Test number
    364989918126
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass15,987 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2008
    Odometer
    15,987 miles
    Test number
    712447617142
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Questions about LB04 NHU

Does LB04 NHU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 NHU expired on 10 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 NHU?
The MOT on LB04 NHU expired on 10 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 NHU done?
LB04 NHU was recorded at 80,023 miles at its MOT on 11 Feb 2022, an average of 4,328 miles a year.
Has LB04 NHU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 NHU has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LB04 NHU 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 NHU find?
LB04 NHU passed its latest MOT on 11 Feb 2022 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 2 more.

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