Volkswagen logo

Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

LL04 DFUMOT history

LL04 DFU is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 14 Jul 2004. Its MOT expired on 6 Jul 2025 and it has passed 18 of 33 MOT tests, with 107,025 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jun 2025.

LL04 DFU silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 6 Jul 2025
Mileage
107,025 mi
At MOT on 18 Jun 2025
MOT tests
33
18 passed · 15 failed
Per year
4,576 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LL04 DFU in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LL04 DFU
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
14 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
18 Jun 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LL04 DFU was last recorded at 107,025 miles on 18 Jun 2025, 9,426 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,599 miles · 11 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
9,426 miles
Average per year
4,576 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 107,025 miles
  • 2024 – 97,599 miles
  • 2023 – 93,483 miles
  • 2022 – 91,938 miles
  • 2021 – 90,601 miles
  • 2020 – 89,842 miles
  • 2019 – 87,541 miles
  • 2018 – 84,204 miles
  • 2017 – 77,678 miles
  • 2016 – 71,866 miles
  • 2015 – 67,342 miles
  • 2014 – 62,900 miles
  • 2013 – 58,859 miles
  • 2012 – 54,341 miles
  • 2011 – 48,262 miles
  • 2010 – 41,554 miles
  • 2009 – 35,130 miles
  • 2008 – 30,056 miles
  • 2007 – 24,919 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail107,025 miles
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed excessive blue smoke (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryBack box deteriating

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear exhaust box rusted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

33 tests since 9 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail107,025 miles (+9,426)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,025 miles
    Test number
    641050749004
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed excessive blue smoke (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryBack box deteriating

  2. Pass97,599 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    97,599 miles
    Test number
    905409428580
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seatbelt slow in going back in
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box corroded
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to rear beam axle

  3. Fail97,599 miles (+4,116)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,599 miles
    Test number
    661424903465
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed stopped emission test hydro carbon,co,and lambda high excessive smoke (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seatbelt slow in going back in
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box corroded
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to rear beam axle

  4. Pass93,483 miles (+29)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    93,483 miles
    Test number
    802300799901
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box rusted

  5. Fail93,454 miles (+1,516)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,454 miles
    Test number
    130551059173
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box rusted
    • AdvisorySlightly smokey

  6. Pass91,938 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    91,938 miles
    Test number
    489770564015
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded and front flexi deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryGeneral under-body corrosion including suspension components.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine and transmission. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail91,938 miles (+1,337)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,938 miles
    Test number
    264738020604
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside 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 Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded and front flexi deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryGeneral under-body corrosion including suspension components.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine and transmission. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass90,601 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    90,601 miles
    Test number
    667647582139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer C.V. gaiter showing signs of slight leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from transmission area

  9. Fail90,601 miles (+759)5 major4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,601 miles
    Test number
    621092314165
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer C.V. gaiter showing signs of slight leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from transmission area

  10. Pass89,842 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    89,842 miles
    Test number
    327877507936
    • AdvisoryGeneral under-body corrosion.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • 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 swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both rear axle bushes worn but not resulting in excessive movement. (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  11. Fail89,842 miles (+2,301)3 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,842 miles
    Test number
    557980776907
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Beam image too un-defined due to deterioration of head-lamp lens. (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Beam image too un-defined due to deterioration of head-lamp lens. (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under-body corrosion.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • 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 swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both rear axle bushes worn but not resulting in excessive movement. (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  12. Pass87,541 miles (+36)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    87,541 miles
    Test number
    395367380147
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  13. Fail87,505 miles (+3,301)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,505 miles
    Test number
    587812920068
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  14. Pass84,204 miles (+6,526)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    84,204 miles
    Test number
    897882934837
    • 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))

  15. Pass77,678 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    77,678 miles
    Test number
    346384633514
    • AdvisoryRear silencer corroded.

  16. Fail77,659 miles (+5,793)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,659 miles
    Test number
    468026077710
    • 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 Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear silencer corroded.
    • AdvisoryCat converter noisy.

  17. Pass71,866 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    71,866 miles
    Test number
    166736616602
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust outer skin poor

  18. Fail71,866 miles (+4,524)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,866 miles
    Test number
    785082465465
    • Repaired at testRear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust outer skin poor

  19. Pass67,342 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    67,342 miles
    Test number
    435819785147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail67,336 miles (+4,436)2 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,336 miles
    Test number
    295139785106
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousNearside front tyre under inflated
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  21. Pass62,900 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    62,900 miles
    Test number
    887729084135
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  22. Fail62,900 miles (+4,041)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,900 miles
    Test number
    117499784163
    • DangerousNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  23. Pass58,859 miles (+4,518)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    58,859 miles
    Test number
    119715183136
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear bumper damaged

  24. Pass54,341 miles (+6,079)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    54,341 miles
    Test number
    627134792155
    • AdvisoryUpper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass48,262 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    48,262 miles
    Test number
    407716561175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail48,262 miles (+6,708)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,262 miles
    Test number
    826676061116
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  27. Pass41,554 miles (+6,424)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    41,554 miles
    Test number
    314276070194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass35,130 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    35,130 miles
    Test number
    834440479162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail35,109 miles (+5,053)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,109 miles
    Test number
    494459669165
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  30. Pass30,056 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    30,056 miles
    Test number
    952500888171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteBrake warning light stay on

  31. Fail30,056 miles (+5,137)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,056 miles
    Test number
    984230688118
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteBrake warning light stay on

  32. Pass24,919 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    24,919 miles
    Test number
    432870797193
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  33. Fail24,919 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,919 miles
    Test number
    454820597134
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LL04 DFU

Does LL04 DFU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL04 DFU expired on 6 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL04 DFU?
The MOT on LL04 DFU expired on 6 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL04 DFU done?
LL04 DFU was recorded at 107,025 miles at its MOT on 18 Jun 2025, an average of 4,576 miles a year.
Has LL04 DFU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL04 DFU has failed 15 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on LL04 DFU 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 LL04 DFU find?
LL04 DFU failed its latest MOT on 18 Jun 2025 with 4 major defects and 1 advisory: emissions unable to be completed excessive blue smoke; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced; nearside stop lamp(s) not working, and 2 more.

Related registrations

Browse all LL04D registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.