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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 1,422 cc

LE04 UNZMOT history

LE04 UNZ is a silver diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 17 Aug 2004. Its MOT expired on 24 Sept 2022 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 183,112 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2022.

LE04 UNZ silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 24 Sept 2022
Mileage
183,112 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2022
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,103 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE04 UNZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,422 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
17 Aug 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Sept 2022
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LE04 UNZ was last recorded at 183,112 miles on 23 Sept 2022, 6,787 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
176,325 miles · 21 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
6,787 miles
Average per year
8,103 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 183,112 miles
  • 2021 – 176,325 miles
  • 2020 – 168,473 miles
  • 2019 – 160,442 miles
  • 2018 – 147,349 miles
  • 2017 – 136,193 miles
  • 2016 – 124,601 miles
  • 2015 – 116,511 miles
  • 2014 – 103,213 miles
  • 2011 – 88,136 miles
  • 2010 – 77,037 miles
  • 2009 – 71,782 miles
  • 2008 – 67,647 miles
  • 2007 – 60,070 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail183,112 miles
  • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.90 (8.2.2.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MinorNearside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

What MOT failures 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011

  • Nearside Rear steel wheel rim fited

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 18 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail183,112 miles (+6,787)5 major1 repaired2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,112 miles
    Test number
    497061632079
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.90 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass176,325 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    176,325 miles
    Test number
    647777087281
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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 split and debonding
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres slight wear on edges

  3. Fail176,325 miles (+7,852)1 repaired2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,325 miles
    Test number
    683671553262
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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 split and debonding
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres slight wear on edges

  4. Pass168,473 miles (+92)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    168,473 miles
    Test number
    742198823512
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear steel wheel rim fited
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndercover fitted restricting testers view

  5. Fail168,381 miles (+7,939)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,381 miles
    Test number
    781912947626
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear steel wheel rim fited
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndercover fitted restricting testers view

  6. Pass160,442 miles (+13,093)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    160,442 miles
    Test number
    174762277968
    • AdvisoryRear brakes binding slightly
    • AdvisoryRecommend tracking after repair
    • AdvisorySignificant play offside track rod inner end.

  7. Pass147,349 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    147,349 miles
    Test number
    889359433558

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail147,348 miles (+11,155)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,348 miles
    Test number
    407601483159
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass136,193 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    136,193 miles
    Test number
    981555150601

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail136,193 miles (+11,592)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,193 miles
    Test number
    452988531753
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) ns inner track rod (2.2.A.1b)

  11. Pass124,601 miles (+25)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    124,601 miles
    Test number
    460560316540
    • AdvisoryPlay in ns inner rod

  12. Pass124,576 miles (+8,065)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    124,576 miles
    Test number
    873133811278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass116,511 miles1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2016
    Odometer
    116,511 miles
    Test number
    249776445417
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside rear body panel damaged
    • NoteRear exhaust in poor condition

  14. Fail116,511 miles (+13,298)3 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,511 miles
    Test number
    217583245162
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside rear body panel damaged
    • NoteRear exhaust in poor condition

  15. Pass103,213 miles1 advisory7 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2015
    Odometer
    103,213 miles
    Test number
    917539134145
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteCracks in inner & outer side walls O/S/R tyre
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFront passenger seat tilt not working .
    • NoteImpact damage to N/S/R wing .
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteTail box outer casing very corroded .
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail103,213 miles (+15,077)3 failures1 advisory7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,213 miles
    Test number
    918989034197
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteCracks in inner & outer side walls O/S/R tyre
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFront passenger seat tilt not working .
    • NoteImpact damage to N/S/R wing .
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteTail box outer casing very corroded .
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass88,136 miles3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    88,136 miles
    Test number
    367256231283
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs worn .
    • NoteNail in O/S/R tyre .
    • NotePlastic trays covering engine bay ,O/S & N/S floor pans .
    • NoteSlight play in N/S of steering rack .

  18. Fail88,136 miles (+2)4 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,136 miles
    Test number
    995740031242
    • FailureNearside Front Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs worn .
    • NoteNail in O/S/R tyre .
    • NotePlastic trays covering engine bay ,O/S & N/S floor pans .
    • NoteSlight play in N/S of steering rack .

  19. Fail88,134 miles (+11,097)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,134 miles
    Test number
    925659021243
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass77,037 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    77,037 miles
    Test number
    592186410235
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront plate cracked
    • NoteSlight play in near side rack end

  21. Fail77,037 miles (+5,255)3 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,037 miles
    Test number
    714276410202
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront plate cracked
    • NoteSlight play in near side rack end

  22. Pass71,782 miles (+4,135)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    71,782 miles
    Test number
    182730239207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass67,647 miles (+7,577)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    67,647 miles
    Test number
    342892938291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass60,070 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    60,070 miles
    Test number
    641489797106
    • NoteFront number plate cracking but is secure
    • NoteFront windscreen has a few small chips

Questions about LE04 UNZ

Does LE04 UNZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE04 UNZ expired on 24 Sept 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE04 UNZ?
The MOT on LE04 UNZ expired on 24 Sept 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE04 UNZ done?
LE04 UNZ was recorded at 183,112 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2022, an average of 8,103 miles a year.
Has LE04 UNZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE04 UNZ has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on LE04 UNZ 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 UNZ find?
LE04 UNZ failed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2022 with 5 major defects, 1 defect repaired at the test, 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: central stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning; exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.90; nearside headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect, and 13 more.

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