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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

LE04 PHUMOT history

LE04 PHU is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 22 Jul 2004. Its MOT expired on 21 Nov 2025 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 91,560 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Nov 2024.

LE04 PHU blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 21 Nov 2025
Mileage
91,560 mi
At MOT on 22 Nov 2024
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,947 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE04 PHU
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
22 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
22 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE04 PHU was last recorded at 91,560 miles on 22 Nov 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,560 miles · 19 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,947 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 91,560 miles
  • 2023 – 84,868 miles
  • 2022 – 80,415 miles
  • 2021 – 76,442 miles
  • 2020 – 69,561 miles
  • 2019 – 54,843 miles
  • 2018 – 51,915 miles
  • 2017 – 49,084 miles
  • 2016 – 44,488 miles
  • 2015 – 40,323 miles
  • 2014 – 35,932 miles
  • 2013 – 33,437 miles
  • 2012 – 30,996 miles
  • 2011 – 28,618 miles
  • 2010 – 24,894 miles
  • 2009 – 15,976 miles
  • 2008 – 7,173 miles
  • 2007 – 5,746 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,560 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2020

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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too high

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

31 tests since 19 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,560 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    91,560 miles
    Test number
    436087291178
    • 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))

  2. Fail91,560 miles (+6,692)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,560 miles
    Test number
    531658392305
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • 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))

  3. Pass84,868 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    84,868 miles
    Test number
    343759496415
    • 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. Fail84,864 miles (+4,449)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,864 miles
    Test number
    373263928289
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • 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))

  5. Pass80,415 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    80,415 miles
    Test number
    838964367710
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail80,415 miles (+5)5 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,415 miles
    Test number
    501499114354
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • 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 Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail80,410 miles (+3,968)6 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,410 miles
    Test number
    357081947392
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear 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))

  8. Pass76,442 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    76,442 miles
    Test number
    165788195787
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle bushes slightly worn

  9. Fail76,439 miles (+6,878)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,439 miles
    Test number
    890331418010
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle bushes slightly worn

  10. Pass69,561 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    69,561 miles
    Test number
    621554942994
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear axle bushes worn

  11. Fail69,561 miles (+14,718)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,561 miles
    Test number
    522079872080
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear axle bushes worn

  12. Pass54,843 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    54,843 miles
    Test number
    224327123477
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Fail54,839 miles (+2,924)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,839 miles
    Test number
    158593315477
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low adjusted to max (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass51,915 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    51,915 miles
    Test number
    409562742232
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre deteriorated inside
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  15. Fail51,911 miles (+2,827)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,911 miles
    Test number
    562332223907
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar 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 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre deteriorated inside
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  16. Pass49,084 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    49,084 miles
    Test number
    848695131933
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Fail49,084 miles (+4,596)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,084 miles
    Test number
    865147784747
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Pass44,488 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2017
    Odometer
    44,488 miles
    Test number
    399526378341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail44,488 miles (+4,165)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,488 miles
    Test number
    801686278857
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  20. Pass40,323 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2016
    Odometer
    40,323 miles
    Test number
    357151035165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail40,323 miles (+4,391)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,323 miles
    Test number
    989681435199
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass35,932 miles (+8)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    35,932 miles
    Test number
    126995204109
    • NoteNearside front tyre has a cut on the outer sidewall
    • NoteNearside rear tyre feathered

  23. Fail35,924 miles (+2,487)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,924 miles
    Test number
    316602304135
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  24. Pass33,437 miles (+2,441)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    33,437 miles
    Test number
    938084953067
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  25. Pass30,996 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    30,996 miles
    Test number
    706275042096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail30,996 miles (+2,378)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,996 miles
    Test number
    458574842098
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  27. Pass28,618 miles (+3,724)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    28,618 miles
    Test number
    137520151405
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  28. Pass24,894 miles (+8,918)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    24,894 miles
    Test number
    212535540267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass15,976 miles (+8,803)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    15,976 miles
    Test number
    330453959236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass7,173 miles (+1,427)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    7,173 miles
    Test number
    782905878163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass5,746 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    5,746 miles
    Test number
    881070107239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE04 PHU

Does LE04 PHU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE04 PHU expired on 21 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE04 PHU?
The MOT on LE04 PHU expired on 21 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE04 PHU done?
LE04 PHU was recorded at 91,560 miles at its MOT on 22 Nov 2024, an average of 4,947 miles a year.
Has LE04 PHU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE04 PHU has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LE04 PHU 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 PHU find?
LE04 PHU passed its latest MOT on 22 Nov 2024 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive.

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