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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

LK04 XTXMOT history

LK04 XTX is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 4 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 125,823 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Sept 2026.

LK04 XTX silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Sept 2027
Mileage
125,823 mi
At MOT on 5 Sept 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,988 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK04 XTX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
28 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK04 XTX was last recorded at 125,823 miles on 5 Sept 2026, 19 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,804 miles · 1 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
19 miles
Average per year
5,988 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,823 miles
  • 2025 – 120,930 miles
  • 2024 – 111,584 miles
  • 2023 – 102,268 miles
  • 2022 – 90,689 miles
  • 2021 – 84,665 miles
  • 2020 – 80,832 miles
  • 2019 – 73,393 miles
  • 2018 – 68,791 miles
  • 2017 – 67,416 miles
  • 2016 – 63,243 miles
  • 2015 – 57,807 miles
  • 2014 – 53,267 miles
  • 2013 – 51,271 miles
  • 2012 – 45,579 miles
  • 2011 – 39,291 miles
  • 2010 – 30,869 miles
  • 2009 – 23,148 miles
  • 2008 – 15,990 miles
  • 2007 – 10,218 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,823 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective clamp damaged from corrosion (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front sun visor clip missingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryLow oilRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

31 tests since 17 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,823 miles (+19)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    125,823 miles
    Test number
    649996357653
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective clamp damaged from corrosion (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sun visor clip missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryLow oil

  2. Fail125,804 miles (+4,874)7 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,804 miles
    Test number
    242142518546
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury door mirror case broken (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (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 Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective clamp damaged from corrosion (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sun visor clip missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryLow oil

  3. Pass120,930 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    120,930 miles
    Test number
    765041934270
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror is damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust is corroded

  4. Fail120,925 miles (+9,341)8 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,925 miles
    Test number
    292620950456
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror is damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust is corroded
    • AdvisoryWindscreen washer pipe is split

  5. Pass111,584 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    111,584 miles
    Test number
    912092266106
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail111,569 miles (+9,301)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,569 miles
    Test number
    684530895598
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass102,268 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    102,268 miles
    Test number
    868396300881
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail102,253 miles (+11,564)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,253 miles
    Test number
    121200197980
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (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 not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass90,689 miles (+6,024)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    90,689 miles
    Test number
    605099550654
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps hazey

  10. Pass84,665 miles (+3,833)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    84,665 miles
    Test number
    351805426073
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass80,832 miles (+7,439)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    80,832 miles
    Test number
    184001116103
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear slight brake drag
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight brake drag
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge strong advise (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass73,393 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    73,393 miles
    Test number
    249311332255
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  13. Fail73,393 miles (+4,602)1 dangerous1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,393 miles
    Test number
    923711025880
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened strong advise (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  14. Pass68,791 miles (+1,375)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    68,791 miles
    Test number
    327299148542
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass67,416 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    67,416 miles
    Test number
    839801921966

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail67,416 miles (+4,173)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,416 miles
    Test number
    553522074995
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement consul bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement consul bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  17. Pass63,243 miles (+5,436)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    63,243 miles
    Test number
    425134343216
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  18. Pass57,807 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    57,807 miles
    Test number
    259143755465
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteWear on n/s front inner tyre tread.

  19. Fail57,807 miles (+4,540)2 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,807 miles
    Test number
    885223755162
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteWear on n/s front inner tyre tread.

  20. Pass53,267 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    53,267 miles
    Test number
    236325254457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail53,267 miles (+1,996)2 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,267 miles
    Test number
    736045854129
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing inner edge
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing inner edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn inner edge

  22. Pass51,271 miles (+5,692)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    51,271 miles
    Test number
    775970153185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass45,579 miles (+6,288)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    45,579 miles
    Test number
    206491272443
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn outer edge
    • NoteNearside rear tyre starting to wear inner edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing inner & outer edges

  24. Pass39,291 miles (+8,422)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    39,291 miles
    Test number
    827974071164
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  25. Pass30,869 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    30,869 miles
    Test number
    252432270160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail30,866 miles (+7,718)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,866 miles
    Test number
    421546460198
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass23,148 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    23,148 miles
    Test number
    134769069113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail23,148 miles (+7,158)5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,148 miles
    Test number
    351519369196
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  29. Pass15,990 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    15,990 miles
    Test number
    441456778134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail15,990 miles (+5,772)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,990 miles
    Test number
    723456378188
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  31. Pass10,218 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2008
    Odometer
    10,218 miles
    Test number
    514687037111
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

Questions about LK04 XTX

Does LK04 XTX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LK04 XTX is valid until 4 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LK04 XTX?
The MOT on LK04 XTX is valid until 4 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LK04 XTX done?
LK04 XTX was recorded at 125,823 miles at its MOT on 5 Sept 2026, an average of 5,988 miles a year.
Has LK04 XTX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK04 XTX has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LK04 XTX 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 LK04 XTX find?
LK04 XTX passed its latest MOT on 5 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; central exhaust mounting defective clamp damaged from corrosion; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 6 more.

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