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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

LB04 SKVMOT history

LB04 SKV is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 16 Dec 2022 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 129,048 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Dec 2022
Mileage
129,048 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2021
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,635 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 SKV
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
31 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 SKV was last recorded at 129,048 miles on 8 Dec 2021, 8,471 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,577 miles · 17 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
8,471 miles
Average per year
7,635 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 129,048 miles
  • 2020 – 120,577 miles
  • 2019 – 110,478 miles
  • 2018 – 85,514 miles
  • 2017 – 81,259 miles
  • 2016 – 77,870 miles
  • 2015 – 74,181 miles
  • 2014 – 66,109 miles
  • 2013 – 61,131 miles
  • 2012 – 47,280 miles
  • 2011 – 37,915 miles
  • 2010 – 32,746 miles
  • 2009 – 27,331 miles
  • 2008 – 23,824 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,048 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front bumper scuffed
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 registration plate deteriating

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

24 tests since 26 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,048 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    129,048 miles
    Test number
    152078289570
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bumper scuffed
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail129,048 miles (+8,471)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,048 miles
    Test number
    856011178535
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bumper scuffed
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass120,577 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    120,577 miles
    Test number
    125006164557
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust back box outer skin corroded

  4. Fail120,577 miles (+10,099)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,577 miles
    Test number
    425163663253
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust back box outer skin corroded

  5. Pass110,478 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    110,478 miles
    Test number
    617533029354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail110,478 miles (+24,964)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,478 miles
    Test number
    714832173914
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

  7. Pass85,514 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    85,514 miles
    Test number
    388683256632
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriating
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail85,514 miles (+4,255)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,514 miles
    Test number
    347769458108
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriating
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass81,259 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    81,259 miles
    Test number
    595204309928
    • 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)

  10. Fail81,259 miles (+3,389)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,259 miles
    Test number
    408495492599
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • 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)

  11. Pass77,870 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    77,870 miles
    Test number
    503007223934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail77,870 miles (+3,689)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,870 miles
    Test number
    310558693529
    • FailureNearside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass74,181 miles (+8,072)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    74,181 miles
    Test number
    207221727354
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured all (1.4.A.2f)

  14. Pass66,109 miles (+4,978)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    66,109 miles
    Test number
    277378934396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass61,131 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    61,131 miles
    Test number
    527337443341
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail61,131 miles (+5,858)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,131 miles
    Test number
    686107043302
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass55,273 miles (+7,993)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    55,273 miles
    Test number
    307440103121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass47,280 miles (+9,365)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    47,280 miles
    Test number
    779019812196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass37,915 miles (+35)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    37,915 miles
    Test number
    437576611109
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Note(strong advisory)both sides fornt inner bush has play
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  20. Fail37,880 miles (+5,134)5 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,880 miles
    Test number
    527240111199
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Note(strong advisory)both sides fornt inner bush has play
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  21. Pass32,746 miles (+5,415)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    32,746 miles
    Test number
    224265500116
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteFront number plate deteriorated

  22. Pass27,331 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    27,331 miles
    Test number
    840294369056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail27,325 miles (+3,501)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,325 miles
    Test number
    962132169034
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteOffside and nearside front tyres wearing thin

  24. Pass23,824 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    23,824 miles
    Test number
    141907158437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 SKV

Does LB04 SKV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 SKV expired on 16 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 SKV?
The MOT on LB04 SKV expired on 16 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 SKV done?
LB04 SKV was recorded at 129,048 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2021, an average of 7,635 miles a year.
Has LB04 SKV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 SKV has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LB04 SKV 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 SKV find?
LB04 SKV passed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2021 with 2 advisories: nearside front bumper scuffed; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs pitted.

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