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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

LE04 DYAMOT history

LE04 DYA is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 23 Aug 2004. Its MOT is valid until 25 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 100,009 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Nov 2025.

LE04 DYA blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Nov 2026
Mileage
100,009 mi
At MOT on 26 Nov 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,019 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE04 DYA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
23 Aug 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE04 DYA was last recorded at 100,009 miles on 26 Nov 2025, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,003 miles · 24 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
5,019 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 100,009 miles
  • 2024 – 93,805 miles
  • 2023 – 90,919 miles
  • 2022 – 87,880 miles
  • 2021 – 82,263 miles
  • 2020 – 65,801 miles
  • 2019 – 63,212 miles
  • 2018 – 54,398 miles
  • 2017 – 46,364 miles
  • 2016 – 42,343 miles
  • 2015 – 37,160 miles
  • 2014 – 31,757 miles
  • 2013 – 26,762 miles
  • 2012 – 21,704 miles
  • 2011 – 16,446 miles
  • 2010 – 14,522 miles
  • 2009 – 13,101 miles
  • 2008 – 11,332 miles
  • 2007 – 9,378 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,009 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Coolant leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to testRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2020–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 6 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,009 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    100,009 miles
    Test number
    614018393102
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail100,003 miles (+5,900)2 major2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,003 miles
    Test number
    776725972006
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass94,103 miles (+298)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    94,103 miles
    Test number
    169398231642
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  4. Fail93,805 miles (+200)2 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,805 miles
    Test number
    865765174065
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  5. Fail93,605 miles (+2,686)3 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,605 miles
    Test number
    868872686609
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  6. Pass90,919 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    90,919 miles
    Test number
    239892169050
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail90,919 miles (+3,039)4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,919 miles
    Test number
    310124989276
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (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))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass87,880 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    87,880 miles
    Test number
    929689994849
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Fail87,876 miles (+5,613)3 dangerous7 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,876 miles
    Test number
    262961293253
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass82,263 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    82,263 miles
    Test number
    983336507620
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail82,261 miles (+16,460)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,261 miles
    Test number
    746282563078
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil low

  12. Pass65,801 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    65,801 miles
    Test number
    856021348371
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail65,801 miles (+2,589)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,801 miles
    Test number
    868205638813
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass63,212 miles (+8,814)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    63,212 miles
    Test number
    448496144815
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass54,398 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    54,398 miles
    Test number
    787272135714
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner cv boot slight lose of grease from small clip

  16. Fail54,398 miles (+8,034)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,398 miles
    Test number
    855502092307
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner cv boot slight lose of grease from small clip
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre slight low pressure
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre slightly low pressure

  17. Pass46,364 miles (+4,021)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    46,364 miles
    Test number
    925335365502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass42,343 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    42,343 miles
    Test number
    119423056483
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished
    • AdvisoryWindscreen washer pipe split

  19. Fail42,343 miles (+5,183)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,343 miles
    Test number
    787072321555
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished
    • AdvisoryWindscreen washer pipe split

  20. Pass37,160 miles (+5,403)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    37,160 miles
    Test number
    860171612402
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 28% (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush rubber bush split (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush rubber bush split (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs scored and pitted

  21. Pass31,757 miles (+4,995)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    31,757 miles
    Test number
    809705904365
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • NoteRear brakes noisy inside drums

  22. Pass26,762 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    26,762 miles
    Test number
    569816303360
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn close to the min legal limit

  23. Fail26,762 miles (+5,058)3 dangerous1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,762 miles
    Test number
    598305403382
    • DangerousBrake pedal creeps down under servo assistance and touches the floor (3.3.C.3)
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn close to the min legal limit

  24. Pass21,704 miles (+5,258)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    21,704 miles
    Test number
    688675612300
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass16,446 miles (+1,924)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    16,446 miles
    Test number
    946956311369
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished

  26. Pass14,522 miles (+1,421)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    14,522 miles
    Test number
    470435610394
    • 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)

  27. Pass13,101 miles (+1,769)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    13,101 miles
    Test number
    660038019339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass11,332 miles (+1,954)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    11,332 miles
    Test number
    460379518333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass9,378 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    9,378 miles
    Test number
    572080317320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE04 DYA

Does LE04 DYA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE04 DYA is valid until 25 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LE04 DYA?
The MOT on LE04 DYA is valid until 25 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE04 DYA done?
LE04 DYA was recorded at 100,009 miles at its MOT on 26 Nov 2025, an average of 5,019 miles a year.
Has LE04 DYA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE04 DYA has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LE04 DYA 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 DYA find?
LE04 DYA passed its latest MOT on 26 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: front coolant leak; front items removed from driver's view prior to test; offside front wheel bearing has slight play.

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