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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

LL04 XMWMOT history

LL04 XMW is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 14 Jul 2004. Its MOT expired on 22 Jul 2022 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 96,967 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Apr 2022.

LL04 XMW silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 22 Jul 2022
Mileage
96,967 mi
At MOT on 6 Apr 2022
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,135 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL04 XMW
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 22 Jul 2022
Latest MOT test
6 Apr 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LL04 XMW was last recorded at 96,967 miles on 6 Apr 2022, 4,685 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jul 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 Jun 2013: 56,267 miles, lower than 57,204 miles on 26 Jun 2012.

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
92,282 miles · 23 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
4,685 miles
Average per year
5,135 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 96,967 miles
  • 2021 – 92,282 miles
  • 2020 – 85,561 miles
  • 2019 – 82,183 miles
  • 2018 – 78,527 miles
  • 2017 – 73,095 miles
  • 2016 – 69,337 miles
  • 2015 – 65,510 miles
  • 2014 – 61,994 miles
  • 2013 – 56,267 miles
  • 2012 – 57,204 miles
  • 2011 – 44,309 miles
  • 2010 – 36,990 miles
  • 2009 – 32,333 miles
  • 2008 – 26,339 miles
  • 2007 – 21,102 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail96,967 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 28 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail96,967 miles (+4,685)1 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,967 miles
    Test number
    605431375200
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass92,282 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    92,282 miles
    Test number
    897520465404
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Fail92,271 miles (+6,710)11 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,271 miles
    Test number
    772096372100
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside 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 Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass85,561 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    85,561 miles
    Test number
    768579999537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail85,561 miles (+3,378)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,561 miles
    Test number
    989355513112
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass82,183 miles (+3,656)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    82,183 miles
    Test number
    333591809830

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass78,527 miles (+5,432)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    78,527 miles
    Test number
    566122421650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass73,095 miles (+3,758)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    73,095 miles
    Test number
    353044640919

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass69,337 miles (+3,827)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    69,337 miles
    Test number
    242456200843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass65,510 miles (+3,516)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    65,510 miles
    Test number
    395054495125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass61,994 miles (+5,727)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    61,994 miles
    Test number
    218045094414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass56,267 miles (-937)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    56,267 miles
    Test number
    276368773412
    • AdvisoryOffside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  13. Pass57,204 miles (+12,895)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    57,204 miles
    Test number
    298498372475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass44,309 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    44,309 miles
    Test number
    966012591199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail44,308 miles (+7,318)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,308 miles
    Test number
    968912491100
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  16. Pass36,990 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    36,990 miles
    Test number
    290524190181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail36,989 miles (+4,656)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,989 miles
    Test number
    900754290170
    • 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)

  18. Pass32,333 miles (+5,994)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    32,333 miles
    Test number
    151989589104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass26,339 miles (+5,237)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    26,339 miles
    Test number
    742580498131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass21,102 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    21,102 miles
    Test number
    751849177120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL04 XMW

Does LL04 XMW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL04 XMW expired on 22 Jul 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL04 XMW?
The MOT on LL04 XMW expired on 22 Jul 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL04 XMW done?
LL04 XMW was recorded at 96,967 miles at its MOT on 6 Apr 2022, an average of 5,135 miles a year.
Has LL04 XMW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL04 XMW has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on LL04 XMW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 27 Jun 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LL04 XMW find?
LL04 XMW failed its latest MOT on 6 Apr 2022 with 1 major defect, 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective, and 5 more.

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