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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,198 cc

LB04 SOAMOT history

LB04 SOA is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 15 Jun 2004. Its MOT expired on 21 Dec 2023 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 108,983 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Dec 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Dec 2023
Mileage
108,983 mi
At MOT on 20 Dec 2023
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,620 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 SOA
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
15 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
20 Dec 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB04 SOA was last recorded at 108,983 miles on 20 Dec 2023, 1,109 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,874 miles · 22 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
1,109 miles
Average per year
4,620 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 108,983 miles
  • 2022 – 107,874 miles
  • 2021 – 107,607 miles
  • 2020 – 106,369 miles
  • 2019 – 105,515 miles
  • 2018 – 98,135 miles
  • 2017 – 93,715 miles
  • 2016 – 88,988 miles
  • 2015 – 84,627 miles
  • 2014 – 80,717 miles
  • 2013 – 75,422 miles
  • 2012 – 69,553 miles
  • 2010 – 51,486 miles
  • 2009 – 45,007 miles
  • 2008 – 40,747 miles
  • 2007 – 32,671 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail108,983 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault dtc 01276 (1.6 (b))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction dtc 16514 (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexible front section deteriorated. slight leak.
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear silencer corroded and very tatty in appearance.

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear exhaust rear silencer very tatty and weak.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 14 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail108,983 miles (+1,109)7 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,983 miles
    Test number
    972856544969
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault dtc 01276 (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction dtc 16514 (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexible front section deteriorated. slight leak.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer corroded and very tatty in appearance.

  2. Pass107,874 miles (+6)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    107,874 miles
    Test number
    210308197344
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rear silencer very tatty and weak.

  3. Fail107,868 miles (+261)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,868 miles
    Test number
    356048756349
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rear silencer very tatty and weak.

  4. Pass107,607 miles (+1,238)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    107,607 miles
    Test number
    977504726238
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass106,369 miles (+854)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    106,369 miles
    Test number
    337669870803

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass105,515 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    105,515 miles
    Test number
    925749044033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail105,515 miles (+3,618)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,515 miles
    Test number
    797463434599
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass101,897 miles (+3,762)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    101,897 miles
    Test number
    204483225976

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass98,135 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    98,135 miles
    Test number
    954839261841

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail98,135 miles (+4,420)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,135 miles
    Test number
    670200046229
    • Repaired at testNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Clip missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  11. Pass93,715 miles (+4,727)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    93,715 miles
    Test number
    754149573009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass88,988 miles (+4,361)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    88,988 miles
    Test number
    247265619257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass84,627 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    84,627 miles
    Test number
    348261665151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail84,622 miles (+3,905)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,622 miles
    Test number
    216520265438
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower 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 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)

  15. Pass80,717 miles (+5,295)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    80,717 miles
    Test number
    427706754127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass75,422 miles (+5,869)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    75,422 miles
    Test number
    577608153118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass69,553 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    69,553 miles
    Test number
    339583062137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail69,553 miles (+18,067)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,553 miles
    Test number
    809103262180
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass51,486 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    51,486 miles
    Test number
    104981090190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail51,486 miles (+6,479)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,486 miles
    Test number
    341030890174
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass45,007 miles (+4,260)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    45,007 miles
    Test number
    714801299197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail40,747 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,747 miles
    Test number
    283468268461
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass40,747 miles (+8,076)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    40,747 miles
    Test number
    503418068168
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Pass32,671 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    32,671 miles
    Test number
    243165467439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail32,671 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,671 miles
    Test number
    612265967196
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Questions about LB04 SOA

Does LB04 SOA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 SOA expired on 21 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 SOA?
The MOT on LB04 SOA expired on 21 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 SOA done?
LB04 SOA was recorded at 108,983 miles at its MOT on 20 Dec 2023, an average of 4,620 miles a year.
Has LB04 SOA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 SOA has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LB04 SOA 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 SOA find?
LB04 SOA failed its latest MOT on 20 Dec 2023 with 7 major defects, 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault dtc 01276; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction dtc 16514; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits, and 9 more.

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