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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

LL04 GYKMOT history

LL04 GYK is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 29 Jun 2004. Its MOT expired on 15 May 2026 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 129,957 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 May 2025.

LL04 GYK black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 15 May 2026
Mileage
129,957 mi
At MOT on 16 May 2025
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,567 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL04 GYK
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
29 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 May 2026
Latest MOT test
16 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL04 GYK was last recorded at 129,957 miles on 16 May 2025, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Feb 2020: 112,754 miles, lower than 122,699 miles on 10 Feb 2020.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
129,954 miles · 15 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
5,567 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 129,957 miles
  • 2024 – 124,316 miles
  • 2023 – 119,074 miles
  • 2022 – 114,832 miles
  • 2021 – 113,850 miles
  • 2020 – 112,754 miles
  • 2019 – 110,602 miles
  • 2018 – 105,122 miles
  • 2017 – 99,693 miles
  • 2016 – 93,743 miles
  • 2015 – 85,231 miles
  • 2014 – 80,651 miles
  • 2013 – 74,212 miles
  • 2012 – 67,385 miles
  • 2011 – 62,018 miles
  • 2010 – 58,447 miles
  • 2009 – 49,760 miles
  • 2008 – 40,352 miles
  • 2007 – 30,281 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,957 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front wing damageRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken

    Major2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

30 tests since 20 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,957 miles (+3)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2026
    Odometer
    129,957 miles
    Test number
    683185963278
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wing damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail129,954 miles (+1)2 dangerous4 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,954 miles
    Test number
    533254064475
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim unable to be tested both sides (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Headlamp lens seriously defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wing damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Fail129,953 miles (+5,637)2 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,953 miles
    Test number
    496576668364
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions oxygen sensor obviously defective (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Entrance/exit door remote control inoperative (9.1.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  4. Pass124,316 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2025
    Odometer
    124,316 miles
    Test number
    270127464290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail124,310 miles (+5,236)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,310 miles
    Test number
    975519476513
    • MajorRear Exhaust emits visible black smoke at idle (8.2.1.2 (f))

  6. Pass119,074 miles (+4,242)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2024
    Odometer
    119,074 miles
    Test number
    888318458115
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass114,832 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    114,832 miles
    Test number
    607047667795
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail114,832 miles (+412)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,832 miles
    Test number
    114422535472
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail114,420 miles (+570)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,420 miles
    Test number
    859007511343
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Outer Suspension component corroded and seriously weakened axle rusted both sides close to coil spring mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front lamps have condensation
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer outer skin rusting

  10. Pass113,850 miles (+1,096)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    113,850 miles
    Test number
    597686614855
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass112,754 miles (-9,945)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    112,754 miles
    Test number
    673249122013
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail122,699 miles (+12,097)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,699 miles
    Test number
    648112532826
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass110,602 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    110,602 miles
    Test number
    105304943520
    • 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))

  14. Fail110,597 miles (+5,475)3 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,597 miles
    Test number
    152192542870
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 185 60 14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear 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))
    • 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 Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • 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))

  15. Pass105,122 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    105,122 miles
    Test number
    854250228679
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box outer skin coroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre perishing

  16. Fail105,121 miles (+5,428)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,121 miles
    Test number
    784842386882
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Ball joint has excessive play Steering arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box outer skin coroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre perishing

  17. Pass99,693 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    99,693 miles
    Test number
    497203954746
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box outer skin corroded

  18. Fail99,693 miles (+5,950)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,693 miles
    Test number
    446959480986
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box outer skin corroded

  19. Pass93,743 miles (+8,512)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    93,743 miles
    Test number
    629270177399
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust tail box outer skin corroded

  20. Pass85,231 miles (+4,580)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    85,231 miles
    Test number
    879152105028
    • NoteLed missing from hi-level brake light
    • NoteN/s/r shock shroud insecure
    • NoteO/s/r shock shroud insecure
    • NoteOuter skin of rear exhaust corroded and split

  21. Pass80,651 miles (+6,439)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    80,651 miles
    Test number
    295973774078
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Pass74,212 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    74,212 miles
    Test number
    666872883040
    • NoteOil Leak From Engine Sump Gasket

  23. Fail74,212 miles (+6,827)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,212 miles
    Test number
    235621183056
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteOil Leak From Engine Sump Gasket

  24. Pass67,385 miles (+5,367)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    67,385 miles
    Test number
    175417982039
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Pass62,018 miles (+3,571)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    62,018 miles
    Test number
    247249381033
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass58,447 miles (+8,687)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    58,447 miles
    Test number
    294326070494
    • NoteBoth rear indicators off colour ,only just passed test
    • NoteNo tread on inner edge of o/s/f tyre
    • NoteTracking may need adjustment!!

  27. Pass49,760 miles (+9,408)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    49,760 miles
    Test number
    373232989129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass40,352 miles (+10,071)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    40,352 miles
    Test number
    192520898150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail30,281 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,281 miles
    Test number
    541451377108
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteAll tyres at 3 / 4 mm ok at present

  30. Pass30,281 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    30,281 miles
    Test number
    602401577116
    • NoteAll tyres at 3 / 4 mm ok at present

Questions about LL04 GYK

Does LL04 GYK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL04 GYK expired on 15 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL04 GYK?
The MOT on LL04 GYK expired on 15 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL04 GYK done?
LL04 GYK was recorded at 129,957 miles at its MOT on 16 May 2025, an average of 5,567 miles a year.
Has LL04 GYK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL04 GYK has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LL04 GYK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 Feb 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LL04 GYK find?
LL04 GYK passed its latest MOT on 16 May 2025 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration, and 5 more.

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