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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

LB04 UHMMOT history

LB04 UHM is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 17 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 4 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 60,860 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Aug 2027
Mileage
60,860 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,334 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 UHM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
17 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 UHM was last recorded at 60,860 miles on 29 Jul 2026, 7,232 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
53,628 miles · 5 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
7,232 miles
Average per year
2,334 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 60,860 miles
  • 2025 – 53,628 miles
  • 2024 – 50,921 miles
  • 2023 – 50,261 miles
  • 2022 – 49,670 miles
  • 2021 – 48,843 miles
  • 2020 – 47,959 miles
  • 2019 – 46,841 miles
  • 2018 – 44,480 miles
  • 2017 – 42,822 miles
  • 2016 – 40,197 miles
  • 2015 – 38,958 miles
  • 2014 – 37,309 miles
  • 2013 – 35,535 miles
  • 2012 – 31,882 miles
  • 2011 – 28,192 miles
  • 2010 – 24,828 miles
  • 2009 – 21,250 miles
  • 2008 – 18,271 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,860 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (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.

  • Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 29 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,860 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    60,860 miles
    Test number
    145376832265
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail60,859 miles (+7,231)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,859 miles
    Test number
    904548275789
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass53,628 miles (+866)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    53,628 miles
    Test number
    858808539534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass52,762 miles (+1,841)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    52,762 miles
    Test number
    490465259752
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi slightly deteriorated

  5. Pass50,921 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    50,921 miles
    Test number
    371943431980

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail50,914 miles (+653)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,914 miles
    Test number
    160388221935
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass50,261 miles (+591)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    50,261 miles
    Test number
    302160691426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass49,670 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    49,670 miles
    Test number
    253937958551
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre Tread Wearing Slightly on Outer Edge

  9. Fail49,670 miles (+827)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,670 miles
    Test number
    358695563820
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre Tread Wearing Slightly on Outer Edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  10. Pass48,843 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    48,843 miles
    Test number
    152510304506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail48,842 miles (+883)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,842 miles
    Test number
    251402051288
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  12. Pass47,959 miles (+1,118)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    47,959 miles
    Test number
    987839594121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass46,841 miles (+2,361)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    46,841 miles
    Test number
    559154805042
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass44,480 miles (+1,658)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    44,480 miles
    Test number
    384869309310
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass42,822 miles (+2,625)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    42,822 miles
    Test number
    226441936740
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre worn on the inner edge

  16. Pass40,197 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    40,197 miles
    Test number
    359124703749
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre has sidewall damage but no exsposed cords

  17. Fail40,197 miles (+1,239)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,197 miles
    Test number
    203920998325
    • FailureNearside Front Lower 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 Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre has sidewall damage but no exsposed cords

  18. Pass38,958 miles (+1,649)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    38,958 miles
    Test number
    507903515085
    • 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)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing low on tread.

  19. Pass37,309 miles (+1,774)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    37,309 miles
    Test number
    447171424059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass35,535 miles (+3,653)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    35,535 miles
    Test number
    678596013173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  21. Pass31,882 miles (+3,690)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    31,882 miles
    Test number
    686346712160
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  22. Pass28,192 miles (+3,364)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    28,192 miles
    Test number
    669999901138
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  23. Pass24,828 miles (+3,578)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    24,828 miles
    Test number
    312828110190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass21,250 miles (+2,979)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    21,250 miles
    Test number
    640279519157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass18,271 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    18,271 miles
    Test number
    280820628462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 UHM

Does LB04 UHM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB04 UHM is valid until 4 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB04 UHM?
The MOT on LB04 UHM is valid until 4 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 UHM done?
LB04 UHM was recorded at 60,860 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2026, an average of 2,334 miles a year.
Has LB04 UHM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 UHM has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LB04 UHM 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 UHM find?
LB04 UHM passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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