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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

LB04 XJGMOT history

LB04 XJG is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 68,679 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Jan 2027
Mileage
68,679 mi
At MOT on 15 Dec 2025
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,990 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 XJG
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
31 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 XJG was last recorded at 68,679 miles on 15 Dec 2025, 8,361 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,318 miles · 28 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
8,361 miles
Average per year
2,990 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 68,679 miles
  • 2024 – 60,318 miles
  • 2023 – 56,073 miles
  • 2022 – 52,787 miles
  • 2021 – 49,225 miles
  • 2020 – 44,665 miles
  • 2018 – 42,846 miles
  • 2017 – 41,068 miles
  • 2016 – 39,461 miles
  • 2015 – 36,769 miles
  • 2014 – 35,088 miles
  • 2013 – 32,296 miles
  • 2012 – 29,327 miles
  • 2011 – 26,619 miles
  • 2010 – 24,182 miles
  • 2009 – 21,266 miles
  • 2008 – 17,100 miles
  • 2007 – 13,225 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,679 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 29 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,679 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    68,679 miles
    Test number
    680029201110
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail68,679 miles (+8,361)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,679 miles
    Test number
    703118011011
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass60,318 miles (+4,245)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    60,318 miles
    Test number
    293933785629
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener
    • AdvisoryOffside Front side mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass56,073 miles (+3,286)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    56,073 miles
    Test number
    965061597451
    • AdvisorySlight slackness noted in both front consul bushes
    • AdvisoryO/s mirror cracked

  5. Pass52,787 miles (+3,562)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    52,787 miles
    Test number
    104529608225
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre starting to wear on edges

  6. Pass49,225 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    49,225 miles
    Test number
    260259825218
    • AdvisoryExhaust is rusty
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps have deteorated
    • AdvisoryRear discs are rusty

  7. Fail49,225 miles (+4,560)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,225 miles
    Test number
    756197359424
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust is rusty
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps have deteorated
    • AdvisoryRear discs are rusty

  8. Pass44,665 miles (+622)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    44,665 miles
    Test number
    559227435730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass44,043 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    44,043 miles
    Test number
    741216894132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail44,043 miles (+1,197)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,043 miles
    Test number
    480102365575
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass42,846 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    42,846 miles
    Test number
    784361133327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail42,846 miles (+1,778)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,846 miles
    Test number
    914579288050
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  13. Pass41,068 miles (+1,607)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    41,068 miles
    Test number
    368062303445
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTray and engine cover fitted

  14. Pass39,461 miles (+2,692)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    39,461 miles
    Test number
    884864271468
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  15. Pass36,769 miles (+1,681)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    36,769 miles
    Test number
    236880145281
    • 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 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)
    • NoteNearside front tyre cut to side wall

  16. Pass35,088 miles (+2,792)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2015
    Odometer
    35,088 miles
    Test number
    766969134113
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  17. Pass32,296 miles (+2,969)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    32,296 miles
    Test number
    996881473038
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  18. Pass29,327 miles (+2,708)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    29,327 miles
    Test number
    197682772438
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass26,619 miles (+2,437)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    26,619 miles
    Test number
    187504271401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass24,182 miles (+2,916)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    24,182 miles
    Test number
    782485080064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass21,266 miles (+4,166)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    21,266 miles
    Test number
    912880399050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass17,100 miles (+3,875)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2009
    Odometer
    17,100 miles
    Test number
    681821358198
    • NoteADVISE BOTH REAR INDICATORS SHOWING WHITE

  23. Pass13,225 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2008
    Odometer
    13,225 miles
    Test number
    200482857145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail13,225 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,225 miles
    Test number
    263409447436
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteADVISE NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE LOW ON INNER EDGE

Questions about LB04 XJG

Does LB04 XJG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB04 XJG is valid until 6 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB04 XJG?
The MOT on LB04 XJG is valid until 6 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB04 XJG done?
LB04 XJG was recorded at 68,679 miles at its MOT on 15 Dec 2025, an average of 2,990 miles a year.
Has LB04 XJG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 XJG has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LB04 XJG 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 XJG find?
LB04 XJG passed its latest MOT on 15 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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