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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 1,198 cc

LD04 ZDWMOT history

LD04 ZDW is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 25 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 27 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 81,740 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2026.

LD04 ZDW grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Mar 2027
Mileage
81,740 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,772 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD04 ZDW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
25 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD04 ZDW was last recorded at 81,740 miles on 27 Mar 2026, 4,027 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,713 miles · 12 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,027 miles
Average per year
3,772 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,740 miles
  • 2025 – 77,713 miles
  • 2024 – 73,208 miles
  • 2023 – 68,160 miles
  • 2022 – 62,872 miles
  • 2021 – 57,364 miles
  • 2020 – 54,243 miles
  • 2019 – 49,701 miles
  • 2018 – 45,572 miles
  • 2017 – 44,579 miles
  • 2016 – 42,692 miles
  • 2015 – 40,717 miles
  • 2014 – 38,619 miles
  • 2013 – 36,178 miles
  • 2012 – 32,573 miles
  • 2011 – 27,442 miles
  • 2010 – 22,029 miles
  • 2009 – 17,365 miles
  • 2008 – 13,058 miles
  • 2007 – 9,962 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,740 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • 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.

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

30 tests since 16 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,740 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    81,740 miles
    Test number
    644574807694
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail81,739 miles (+4,026)1 dangerous9 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,739 miles
    Test number
    755645195302
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass77,713 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    77,713 miles
    Test number
    267324441966
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail77,713 miles (+4,505)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,713 miles
    Test number
    758960174669
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass73,208 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    73,208 miles
    Test number
    416317367574
    • 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))

  6. Fail73,208 miles (+5,048)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,208 miles
    Test number
    340369749788
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • 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))

  7. Pass68,160 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    68,160 miles
    Test number
    566761212725

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail68,160 miles (+5,288)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,160 miles
    Test number
    851909257910
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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 Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass62,872 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    62,872 miles
    Test number
    231050386460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail62,872 miles (+5,508)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,872 miles
    Test number
    555394679595
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass57,364 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    57,364 miles
    Test number
    501619453990
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail57,364 miles (+3,121)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,364 miles
    Test number
    322935563747
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass54,243 miles (+4,542)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    54,243 miles
    Test number
    534526533886
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass49,701 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    49,701 miles
    Test number
    850031222968
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Fail49,699 miles (+4,127)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,699 miles
    Test number
    833699923015
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  16. Pass45,572 miles (+993)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    45,572 miles
    Test number
    526878607665
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & under tray fitted

  17. Pass44,579 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    44,579 miles
    Test number
    169896956386
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySlight coolant leak

  18. Fail44,579 miles (+1,887)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,579 miles
    Test number
    487812552828
    • FailureFront registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySlight coolant leak

  19. Pass42,692 miles (+1,975)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    42,692 miles
    Test number
    356035777243
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass40,717 miles (+2,098)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    40,717 miles
    Test number
    805350975093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass38,619 miles (+2,441)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    38,619 miles
    Test number
    265706784070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass36,178 miles (+3,605)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    36,178 miles
    Test number
    107545673471
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteN/S/F tyre if worn on the inner edge
    • NoteO/S/F tyre is worn on the inner edge

  23. Fail32,573 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,573 miles
    Test number
    147363372468
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Pass32,573 miles (+5,131)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    32,573 miles
    Test number
    979313172068
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  25. Pass27,442 miles (+5,413)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    27,442 miles
    Test number
    996777861066
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteSlight play in both front suspension arm rear bushes

  26. Pass22,029 miles (+4,664)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    22,029 miles
    Test number
    710618570043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass17,365 miles (+4,307)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    17,365 miles
    Test number
    904449769028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail13,058 miles2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,058 miles
    Test number
    400357668083
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

  29. Pass13,058 miles (+3,096)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    13,058 miles
    Test number
    511207468059
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

  30. Pass9,962 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    9,962 miles
    Test number
    132095777052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD04 ZDW

Does LD04 ZDW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD04 ZDW is valid until 27 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD04 ZDW?
The MOT on LD04 ZDW is valid until 27 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD04 ZDW done?
LD04 ZDW was recorded at 81,740 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2026, an average of 3,772 miles a year.
Has LD04 ZDW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD04 ZDW has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LD04 ZDW 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 LD04 ZDW find?
LD04 ZDW passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: central stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; oil leak, but not excessive; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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