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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,198 cc

LB04 SKNMOT history

LB04 SKN is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 26 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 10 May 2024 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 99,568 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 10 May 2024
Mileage
99,568 mi
At MOT on 11 May 2023
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,724 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 SKN
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
26 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 May 2024
Latest MOT test
11 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 SKN was last recorded at 99,568 miles on 11 May 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 May 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Oct 2019: 76,309 miles, lower than 76,591 miles on 2 Nov 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
99,568 miles · 5 May 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,724 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 99,568 miles
  • 2022 – 94,643 miles
  • 2021 – 88,936 miles
  • 2019 – 76,309 miles
  • 2018 – 76,591 miles
  • 2016 – 62,499 miles
  • 2015 – 59,966 miles
  • 2014 – 56,460 miles
  • 2013 – 52,574 miles
  • 2012 – 48,302 miles
  • 2011 – 45,700 miles
  • 2010 – 41,439 miles
  • 2009 – 38,434 miles
  • 2008 – 29,940 miles
  • 2007 – 24,033 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,568 miles
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose DAMAGED / INCORRECT FITTING (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

25 tests since 15 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,568 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2024
    Odometer
    99,568 miles
    Test number
    158058840089
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose DAMAGED / INCORRECT FITTING (3.3 (b) (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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail99,568 miles (+4,925)6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,568 miles
    Test number
    907021710812
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose DAMAGED / INCORRECT FITTING (3.3 (b) (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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass94,643 miles (+5,707)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2023
    Odometer
    94,643 miles
    Test number
    843222312964
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer cover rusted.

  4. Pass88,936 miles (+12,627)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    88,936 miles
    Test number
    800770557638
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass76,309 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    76,309 miles
    Test number
    279652881150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail76,309 miles (-282)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,309 miles
    Test number
    601545993934
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass76,591 miles (+2,023)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    76,591 miles
    Test number
    311242661299
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  8. Fail74,568 miles (+4,598)2 dangerous3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,568 miles
    Test number
    758758299367
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure and worn to limit. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure and worn to limit. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • 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 Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded.

  9. Pass69,970 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    69,970 miles
    Test number
    886041546653
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both Tyre's inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  10. Fail69,970 miles (+7,471)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,970 miles
    Test number
    924259573994
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both Tyre's inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  11. Pass62,499 miles (+2,533)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    62,499 miles
    Test number
    680784408977
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass59,966 miles (+3,506)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    59,966 miles
    Test number
    344843580205
    • AdvisoryRear both tyre inner edge deteriorating

  13. Pass56,460 miles (+3,886)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    56,460 miles
    Test number
    359608364464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass52,574 miles (+4,272)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    52,574 miles
    Test number
    307994453228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass48,302 miles (+2,602)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    48,302 miles
    Test number
    375945132238
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • Note2 high level stop lamp bulbs not working
    • NoteBoth front tyres, treads wearing inner edges.
    • NoteBoth rear tyres, perishing.
    • NoteO/s/r tyre, outer sidewall damaged.
    • NoteWear, both front brake discs.

  16. Pass45,700 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    45,700 miles
    Test number
    327874741489
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perishing

  17. Fail45,700 miles (+4,261)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,700 miles
    Test number
    818144341224
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perishing

  18. Pass41,439 miles (+3,005)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    41,439 miles
    Test number
    924664440285
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail38,434 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,434 miles
    Test number
    194727059295
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass38,434 miles (+918)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    38,434 miles
    Test number
    343867459261
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass37,516 miles (+7,576)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2010
    Odometer
    37,516 miles
    Test number
    143597329133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail29,940 miles1 dangerous2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,940 miles
    Test number
    364209328124
    • DangerousNearside front tyre has slite tear on outer wall
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  23. Pass29,940 miles (+5,907)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2009
    Odometer
    29,940 miles
    Test number
    421099828137
    • DangerousNearside front tyre has slite tear on outer wall

  24. Pass24,033 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2008
    Odometer
    24,033 miles
    Test number
    450175637101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail24,033 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,033 miles
    Test number
    403285137162
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about LB04 SKN

Does LB04 SKN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 SKN expired on 10 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 SKN?
The MOT on LB04 SKN expired on 10 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 SKN done?
LB04 SKN was recorded at 99,568 miles at its MOT on 11 May 2023, an average of 4,724 miles a year.
Has LB04 SKN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 SKN has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 5 May 2023.
Has the mileage on LB04 SKN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Oct 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB04 SKN find?
LB04 SKN passed its latest MOT on 11 May 2023 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside obligatory mirror slightly loose damaged / incorrect fitting; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 2 more.

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