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Volkswagen Polo

Yellow · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

LB04 VTXMOT history

LB04 VTX is a yellow petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 17 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 20 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 96,806 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Apr 2027
Mileage
96,806 mi
At MOT on 21 Apr 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,459 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 VTX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
17 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 VTX was last recorded at 96,806 miles on 21 Apr 2026, 1,514 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,292 miles · 29 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,514 miles
Average per year
4,459 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,806 miles
  • 2025 – 95,292 miles
  • 2024 – 90,602 miles
  • 2023 – 84,576 miles
  • 2022 – 78,747 miles
  • 2021 – 72,744 miles
  • 2020 – 68,139 miles
  • 2019 – 62,523 miles
  • 2018 – 56,705 miles
  • 2017 – 51,256 miles
  • 2016 – 45,034 miles
  • 2015 – 40,206 miles
  • 2014 – 35,931 miles
  • 2013 – 32,843 miles
  • 2012 – 29,628 miles
  • 2011 – 26,488 miles
  • 2010 – 23,269 miles
  • 2009 – 20,199 miles
  • 2008 – 16,118 miles
  • 2007 – 11,694 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,806 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

30 tests since 21 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,806 miles3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    96,806 miles
    Test number
    125230812255
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside 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 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail96,806 miles (+1,514)1 repaired3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,806 miles
    Test number
    610898336912
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside 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 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass95,292 miles (+4,690)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    95,292 miles
    Test number
    300951618065
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass90,602 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    90,602 miles
    Test number
    935144195977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail90,602 miles (+6,026)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,602 miles
    Test number
    465735828736
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass84,576 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    84,576 miles
    Test number
    987631331726
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated On limits (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Fail84,575 miles (+5,828)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,575 miles
    Test number
    183937615573
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated On limits (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass78,747 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    78,747 miles
    Test number
    129607789353
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on the limit (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail78,747 miles (+6,003)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,747 miles
    Test number
    638506601117
    • DangerousUndertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on the limit (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass72,744 miles (+4,605)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    72,744 miles
    Test number
    446956136378
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass68,139 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    68,139 miles
    Test number
    407077868504

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail68,136 miles (+5,613)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,136 miles
    Test number
    249681758079
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  13. Pass62,523 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    62,523 miles
    Test number
    647452919717
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail62,523 miles (+5,818)1 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,523 miles
    Test number
    510517022720
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass56,705 miles (+5,449)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    56,705 miles
    Test number
    916358813785
    • DangerousOff side front tyre is wearing majorly on the inner edge

  16. Pass51,256 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    51,256 miles
    Test number
    455759633274
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Fail51,256 miles (+6,222)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,256 miles
    Test number
    479633499330
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth front wishbone rear bushes are wearing and are cracked

  18. Pass45,034 miles (+4,828)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    45,034 miles
    Test number
    999511583020
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted

  19. Pass40,206 miles (+4,275)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    40,206 miles
    Test number
    677851575074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass35,931 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    35,931 miles
    Test number
    275172074050
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Fail35,931 miles (+3,088)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,931 miles
    Test number
    365482374062
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Pass32,843 miles (+3,215)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    32,843 miles
    Test number
    565889173079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail29,628 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,628 miles
    Test number
    489718162040
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • 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)

  24. Pass29,628 miles (+3,140)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    29,628 miles
    Test number
    988488462058
    • 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)

  25. Pass26,488 miles (+3,219)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    26,488 miles
    Test number
    786412661045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail23,269 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,269 miles
    Test number
    191213460470
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  27. Pass23,269 miles (+3,070)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    23,269 miles
    Test number
    974183860035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass20,199 miles (+4,081)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    20,199 miles
    Test number
    613098579079
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing low on inner edges

  29. Pass16,118 miles (+4,424)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    16,118 miles
    Test number
    531866768013
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn low on inner edges

  30. Pass11,694 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    11,694 miles
    Test number
    310430987089
    • NoteRear discs in poor condition

Questions about LB04 VTX

Does LB04 VTX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB04 VTX is valid until 20 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB04 VTX?
The MOT on LB04 VTX is valid until 20 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB04 VTX done?
LB04 VTX was recorded at 96,806 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2026, an average of 4,459 miles a year.
Has LB04 VTX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 VTX has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LB04 VTX 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 VTX find?
LB04 VTX passed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2026 with 3 minor defects and 1 advisory: headlamp lens slightly defective both sides; nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 1 more.

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