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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

LK04 YBHMOT history

LK04 YBH is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 8 Jun 2004. Its MOT is valid until 16 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 57,349 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2026.

LK04 YBH black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Feb 2027
Mileage
57,349 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,310 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK04 YBH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
8 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK04 YBH was last recorded at 57,349 miles on 28 Jan 2026, 1,484 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,865 miles · 13 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,484 miles
Average per year
2,310 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 57,349 miles
  • 2025 – 55,865 miles
  • 2024 – 53,496 miles
  • 2023 – 51,149 miles
  • 2022 – 46,273 miles
  • 2021 – 44,588 miles
  • 2020 – 40,792 miles
  • 2019 – 36,854 miles
  • 2018 – 34,160 miles
  • 2017 – 33,487 miles
  • 2016 – 32,744 miles
  • 2015 – 31,802 miles
  • 2014 – 30,363 miles
  • 2013 – 29,453 miles
  • 2012 – 28,043 miles
  • 2011 – 26,982 miles
  • 2010 – 24,973 miles
  • 2008 – 16,507 miles
  • 2007 – 14,638 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,349 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 3 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass57,349 miles (+1,484)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    57,349 miles
    Test number
    206927088109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass55,865 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    55,865 miles
    Test number
    774363751160
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail55,865 miles (+2,369)1 dangerous1 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,865 miles
    Test number
    157205057185
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (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))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass53,496 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    53,496 miles
    Test number
    249337973472
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail53,496 miles (+2,347)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,496 miles
    Test number
    717335445265
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass51,149 miles (+4,876)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    51,149 miles
    Test number
    884338146632
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass46,273 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    46,273 miles
    Test number
    350285745384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail46,260 miles (+1,672)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,260 miles
    Test number
    493573217199
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • 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 manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass44,588 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    44,588 miles
    Test number
    417577217216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail44,588 miles (+3,796)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,588 miles
    Test number
    836424409725
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer 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 low (4.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass40,792 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    40,792 miles
    Test number
    518140397198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail40,790 miles (+3,936)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,790 miles
    Test number
    976491456711
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  13. Pass36,854 miles (+2,694)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    36,854 miles
    Test number
    399137523794

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass34,160 miles (+673)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    34,160 miles
    Test number
    590921254151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass33,487 miles (+743)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    33,487 miles
    Test number
    736019688088
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass32,744 miles (+942)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    32,744 miles
    Test number
    749182350553
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass31,802 miles (+1,439)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    31,802 miles
    Test number
    865934435191
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass30,363 miles (+910)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    30,363 miles
    Test number
    285540644192
    • 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)

  19. Pass29,453 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    29,453 miles
    Test number
    109013143130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail29,453 miles (+1,410)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,453 miles
    Test number
    796203743155
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  21. Pass28,043 miles (+1,061)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    28,043 miles
    Test number
    236104052418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass26,982 miles (+2,009)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2012
    Odometer
    26,982 miles
    Test number
    118074831106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass24,973 miles (+8,466)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2011
    Odometer
    24,973 miles
    Test number
    160121840162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass16,507 miles (+1,869)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    16,507 miles
    Test number
    700348248389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass14,638 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    14,638 miles
    Test number
    291835317278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LK04 YBH

Does LK04 YBH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LK04 YBH is valid until 16 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LK04 YBH?
The MOT on LK04 YBH is valid until 16 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LK04 YBH done?
LK04 YBH was recorded at 57,349 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2026, an average of 2,310 miles a year.
Has LK04 YBH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK04 YBH has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LK04 YBH 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 YBH find?
LK04 YBH passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face; offside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face.

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