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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

LB04 NKEMOT history

LB04 NKE is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 15 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 17 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 154,558 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Aug 2027
Mileage
154,558 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,390 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 NKE
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
15 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 NKE was last recorded at 154,558 miles on 4 Aug 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,550 miles · 3 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
6,390 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 154,558 miles
  • 2025 – 147,050 miles
  • 2024 – 139,366 miles
  • 2023 – 131,747 miles
  • 2022 – 129,715 miles
  • 2021 – 123,296 miles
  • 2020 – 119,246 miles
  • 2019 – 115,620 miles
  • 2018 – 111,808 miles
  • 2017 – 110,774 miles
  • 2016 – 105,164 miles
  • 2015 – 96,614 miles
  • 2014 – 90,150 miles
  • 2013 – 81,264 miles
  • 2012 – 75,695 miles
  • 2011 – 72,090 miles
  • 2010 – 59,579 miles
  • 2009 – 51,807 miles
  • 2008 – 42,202 miles
  • 2007 – 31,666 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,558 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

30 tests since 11 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,558 miles (+8)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    154,558 miles
    Test number
    378675168348
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail154,550 miles (+7,500)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,550 miles
    Test number
    253414733675
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass147,050 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    147,050 miles
    Test number
    603487970138
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail147,048 miles (+7,682)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,048 miles
    Test number
    500472878830
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass139,366 miles (+37)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    139,366 miles
    Test number
    512650216839
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail139,329 miles (+7,582)6 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,329 miles
    Test number
    914982242302
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid pipe split/detached (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass131,747 miles (+12)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    131,747 miles
    Test number
    885541589131
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail131,735 miles (+2,020)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,735 miles
    Test number
    660970069377
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass129,715 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    129,715 miles
    Test number
    760205604006
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear exhsust silencer badly corroded

  10. Fail129,715 miles (+6,419)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,715 miles
    Test number
    278512061226
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear exhsust silencer badly corroded

  11. Pass123,296 miles (+4,050)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    123,296 miles
    Test number
    914629176856
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass119,246 miles (+3,626)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    119,246 miles
    Test number
    473747126281
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre side wall has a minor cut.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper position lamp has more than two bulbs fitted one is inoperative.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass115,620 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    115,620 miles
    Test number
    819636362097
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive needed attention! (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Fail115,620 miles (+3,812)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,620 miles
    Test number
    650127471302
    • Repaired at testCentral Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive needed attention! (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass111,808 miles (+1,034)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    111,808 miles
    Test number
    141540118478
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre wearing inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre rubber perished
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass110,774 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    110,774 miles
    Test number
    667022489262
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryObligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear exhausts box in poor condition

  17. Fail110,764 miles (+5,600)4 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,764 miles
    Test number
    111253553424
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryObligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear exhausts box in poor condition

  18. Pass105,164 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    105,164 miles
    Test number
    218840566909

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail105,164 miles (+8,550)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,164 miles
    Test number
    538239100872
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass96,614 miles (+6,464)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    96,614 miles
    Test number
    727144165115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass90,150 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    90,150 miles
    Test number
    365188254116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail90,150 miles (+8,886)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,150 miles
    Test number
    998898454190
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass81,264 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    81,264 miles
    Test number
    745129553137
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  24. Fail81,264 miles (+5,569)6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,264 miles
    Test number
    437408953111
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  25. Pass75,695 miles (+3,605)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    75,695 miles
    Test number
    336621072134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass72,090 miles (+12,511)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    72,090 miles
    Test number
    236872351160
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass59,579 miles (+7,772)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2011
    Odometer
    59,579 miles
    Test number
    681948040170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass51,807 miles (+9,605)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2010
    Odometer
    51,807 miles
    Test number
    973120859107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass42,202 miles (+10,536)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2009
    Odometer
    42,202 miles
    Test number
    161623838178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass31,666 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2008
    Odometer
    31,666 miles
    Test number
    651781937166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 NKE

Does LB04 NKE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB04 NKE is valid until 17 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB04 NKE?
The MOT on LB04 NKE is valid until 17 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB04 NKE done?
LB04 NKE was recorded at 154,558 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2026, an average of 6,390 miles a year.
Has LB04 NKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 NKE has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LB04 NKE 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 NKE find?
LB04 NKE passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside front outer track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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