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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,198 cc

LE04 DFZMOT history

LE04 DFZ is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 19 Jul 2004. Its MOT expired on 22 Mar 2023 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 104,937 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Mar 2022.

LE04 DFZ black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 22 Mar 2023
Mileage
104,937 mi
At MOT on 23 Mar 2022
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,276 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE04 DFZ
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
19 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
23 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE04 DFZ was last recorded at 104,937 miles on 23 Mar 2022, 4,207 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,730 miles · 12 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
4,207 miles
Average per year
6,276 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 104,937 miles
  • 2020 – 100,730 miles
  • 2019 – 93,072 miles
  • 2018 – 84,098 miles
  • 2017 – 74,385 miles
  • 2016 – 70,368 miles
  • 2015 – 66,570 miles
  • 2014 – 53,142 miles
  • 2013 – 43,875 miles
  • 2012 – 39,468 miles
  • 2011 – 34,558 miles
  • 2010 – 29,943 miles
  • 2009 – 24,073 miles
  • 2008 – 16,999 miles
  • 2007 – 12,203 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,937 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear exhaust silencer outer skin deteriorated/corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn & pitted (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

23 tests since 13 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,937 miles (+4,207)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    104,937 miles
    Test number
    176888251132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass100,730 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    100,730 miles
    Test number
    229464731426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail100,730 miles (+7,658)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,730 miles
    Test number
    873918135038
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  4. Pass93,072 miles (+63)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    93,072 miles
    Test number
    614994705454
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer outer skin deteriorated/corroded

  5. Fail93,009 miles (+8,911)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,009 miles
    Test number
    530919594766
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner edge where tyre is devoid of tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer outer skin deteriorated/corroded

  6. Pass84,098 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    84,098 miles
    Test number
    395262130641
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryThe rear exhaust box is deteriorating

  7. Fail84,098 miles (+9,713)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,098 miles
    Test number
    774942314537
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryThe rear exhaust box is deteriorating

  8. Pass74,385 miles (+4,017)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    74,385 miles
    Test number
    116924694873
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn & pitted (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass70,368 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    70,368 miles
    Test number
    769733699627
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn & pitted (3.5.1i)

  10. Fail70,368 miles (+3,798)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,368 miles
    Test number
    982590516287
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn & pitted (3.5.1i)

  11. Fail66,570 miles3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,570 miles
    Test number
    236855735134
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  12. Pass66,570 miles (+13,428)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    66,570 miles
    Test number
    536225035180
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  13. Pass53,142 miles (+9,267)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    53,142 miles
    Test number
    108012044132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass43,875 miles (+3)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    43,875 miles
    Test number
    907896753132
    • NoteCenter & Rear Exhaust System Corroding
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail43,872 miles (+4,404)3 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,872 miles
    Test number
    449695353170
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • NoteBoth Front Tyres Badly Worn On Inner Edge--RECOMMEND ATTENTION
    • NoteCenter & Rear Exhaust System Corroding
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFront Brake Pads Getting Low--Discs Slightly Worn
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass39,468 miles (+23)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    39,468 miles
    Test number
    826144062140
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBrake fluid level getting low
    • NoteEngine and underbody covers fitted limited view
    • NotePin hole in nsf outer cv boot,weeping grease recommend attention
    • NoteSigns of fluid on ns steering rack boot,power steering fluid seems low recommend attention

  17. Fail39,445 miles (+4,887)1 dangerous3 failures1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,445 miles
    Test number
    856549852187
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • Note1 of 2 nsr side lights not working
    • NoteBrake fluid level getting low
    • NoteBrake warning light
    • NoteEngine and underbody covers fitted limited view
    • NotePin hole in nsf outer cv boot,weeping grease recommend attention
    • NoteSigns of fluid on ns steering rack boot,power steering fluid seems low recommend attention

  18. Pass34,558 miles (+4,615)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    34,558 miles
    Test number
    926339151133
    • 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)
    • NoteFront brake pads getting low; discs slightly worn
    • NoteFull body undertrays fitted
    • NoteWipers smearing slightly

  19. Pass29,943 miles (+5,870)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    29,943 miles
    Test number
    900198150191
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBoth floor pans covered with under trays limited view of components.
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on edges.
    • NoteHandbrake travel.
    • NoteN/s/rear tyre perishing.

  20. Pass24,073 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    24,073 miles
    Test number
    231333639146
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges

  21. Fail24,073 miles (+7,074)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,073 miles
    Test number
    304393139124
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges

  22. Pass16,999 miles (+4,796)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    16,999 miles
    Test number
    342532368150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass12,203 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    12,203 miles
    Test number
    891194167185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE04 DFZ

Does LE04 DFZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE04 DFZ expired on 22 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE04 DFZ?
The MOT on LE04 DFZ expired on 22 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE04 DFZ done?
LE04 DFZ was recorded at 104,937 miles at its MOT on 23 Mar 2022, an average of 6,276 miles a year.
Has LE04 DFZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE04 DFZ has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on LE04 DFZ 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 LE04 DFZ find?
LE04 DFZ passed its latest MOT on 23 Mar 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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