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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,198 cc

LB04 SMVMOT history

LB04 SMV is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 29 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 23 Nov 2025 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 136,971 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Nov 2025
Mileage
136,971 mi
At MOT on 23 Nov 2024
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,318 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 SMV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
29 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
23 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 SMV was last recorded at 136,971 miles on 23 Nov 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,971 miles · 22 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,318 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 136,971 miles
  • 2023 – 131,492 miles
  • 2022 – 124,143 miles
  • 2021 – 114,812 miles
  • 2020 – 107,506 miles
  • 2019 – 93,249 miles
  • 2018 – 87,131 miles
  • 2017 – 81,071 miles
  • 2016 – 73,555 miles
  • 2015 – 63,510 miles
  • 2014 – 54,030 miles
  • 2013 – 44,146 miles
  • 2012 – 37,945 miles
  • 2011 – 31,342 miles
  • 2010 – 23,042 miles
  • 2009 – 19,127 miles
  • 2008 – 14,441 miles
  • 2007 – 9,166 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,971 miles
  • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both. (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorFront Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 7 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,971 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    136,971 miles
    Test number
    746236566070
    • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both. (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorFront Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail136,971 miles (+5,479)2 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,971 miles
    Test number
    987092539822
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both. (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorFront Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass131,492 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    131,492 miles
    Test number
    551223161965
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Fail131,488 miles (+7,345)1 dangerous6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,488 miles
    Test number
    807224802669
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass124,143 miles (+9,331)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    124,143 miles
    Test number
    491505066143
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass114,812 miles (+7,306)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    114,812 miles
    Test number
    945332118211
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre

  7. Pass107,506 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    107,506 miles
    Test number
    233592863852
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  8. Fail107,506 miles (+14,257)4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,506 miles
    Test number
    699436134050
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid feed pipe split, repaired (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  9. Pass93,249 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    93,249 miles
    Test number
    699179995842
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side walls cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side walls cracking, out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail93,249 miles (+6,118)2 major3 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,249 miles
    Test number
    433874988767
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side walls cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side walls cracking, out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass87,131 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2019
    Odometer
    87,131 miles
    Test number
    412697494471
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOil leak sump gasket

  12. Fail87,131 miles (+6,060)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,131 miles
    Test number
    991491451380
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOil leak sump gasket

  13. Pass81,071 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2018
    Odometer
    81,071 miles
    Test number
    436072528669
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre starting to perish with age.
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box, in poor condition outer skin cracked and peeling but not leaking exhaust gas.

  14. Fail81,071 miles (+7,516)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,071 miles
    Test number
    149551207347
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Upper Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre starting to perish with age.
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box, in poor condition outer skin cracked and peeling but not leaking exhaust gas.

  15. Pass73,555 miles (+10,045)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2017
    Odometer
    73,555 miles
    Test number
    824554949875
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass63,510 miles (+9,480)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2016
    Odometer
    63,510 miles
    Test number
    695932945163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteDid not note the engine cooling fan working on emission test.
    • NoteRear exhaust box is starting to corrode and crack on outer cover.

  17. Fail54,030 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,030 miles
    Test number
    167034074165
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has a cut in the tread but not deep enough to reach the cords.

  18. Pass54,030 miles (+9,884)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    54,030 miles
    Test number
    929014274101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has a cut in the tread but not deep enough to reach the cords.

  19. Pass44,146 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    44,146 miles
    Test number
    279835563178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail44,146 miles (+6,201)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,146 miles
    Test number
    146324563138
    • FailureFront suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  21. Pass37,945 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    37,945 miles
    Test number
    207750852448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail37,945 miles (+6,603)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,945 miles
    Test number
    477770152178
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  23. Pass31,342 miles (+8,300)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    31,342 miles
    Test number
    855139951110
    • 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)

  24. Pass23,042 miles (+3,915)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    23,042 miles
    Test number
    864121040127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass19,127 miles (+4,686)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    19,127 miles
    Test number
    831214559190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass14,441 miles (+5,275)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    14,441 miles
    Test number
    830101768150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass9,166 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    9,166 miles
    Test number
    661058057129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 SMV

Does LB04 SMV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 SMV expired on 23 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 SMV?
The MOT on LB04 SMV expired on 23 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 SMV done?
LB04 SMV was recorded at 136,971 miles at its MOT on 23 Nov 2024, an average of 7,318 miles a year.
Has LB04 SMV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 SMV has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LB04 SMV 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 SMV find?
LB04 SMV passed its latest MOT on 23 Nov 2024 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both.; front outer track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both; nearside front headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output, and 4 more.

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