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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

LL04 XNFMOT history

LL04 XNF is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 Jul 2004. Its MOT is valid until 1 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 93,084 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Mar 2026.

LL04 XNF blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Mar 2027
Mileage
93,084 mi
At MOT on 2 Mar 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,327 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL04 XNF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
28 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL04 XNF was last recorded at 93,084 miles on 2 Mar 2026, 112 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Nov 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Nov 2020: 16,406 miles, lower than 57,953 miles on 23 Oct 2019.

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
92,972 miles · 25 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
112 miles
Average per year
4,327 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,084 miles
  • 2025 – 92,972 miles
  • 2024 – 83,710 miles
  • 2023 – 74,729 miles
  • 2022 – 68,006 miles
  • 2021 – 66,364 miles
  • 2020 – 16,406 miles
  • 2019 – 57,953 miles
  • 2018 – 53,386 miles
  • 2016 – 48,594 miles
  • 2015 – 44,239 miles
  • 2014 – 42,255 miles
  • 2013 – 38,888 miles
  • 2012 – 34,867 miles
  • 2011 – 30,172 miles
  • 2010 – 25,906 miles
  • 2009 – 21,669 miles
  • 2008 – 16,739 miles
  • 2007 – 12,598 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,084 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

30 tests since 26 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,084 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    93,084 miles
    Test number
    827800760158
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail93,084 miles (+112)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,084 miles
    Test number
    423308425669
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail92,972 miles (+9,262)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,972 miles
    Test number
    470751655990
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass83,710 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    83,710 miles
    Test number
    337054184018
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play inner (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play inner (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail83,710 miles (+8,981)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,710 miles
    Test number
    713712128855
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play inner (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play inner (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass74,729 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    74,729 miles
    Test number
    188044904514
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated Small reserve travel on handbrake (1.1.6 (d))

  7. Fail74,729 miles (+6,723)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,729 miles
    Test number
    511103221091
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated Small reserve travel on handbrake (1.1.6 (d))

  8. Pass68,006 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    68,006 miles
    Test number
    356661842858
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel slight (2.3 (a) (i))

  9. Fail68,006 miles (+1,642)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,006 miles
    Test number
    986955735498
    • DangerousFront Brake disc missing (1.1.14 (c))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel slight (2.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass66,364 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    66,364 miles
    Test number
    582025043933
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap lid missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp lens deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp slightly loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Possibly steering arm (inner) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Possibly steering arm (inner) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail66,364 miles (+49,958)5 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,364 miles
    Test number
    587547639130
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap lid missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp lens deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp slightly loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Possibly steering arm (inner) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Possibly steering arm (inner) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass16,406 miles (-41,547)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    16,406 miles
    Test number
    759089089676
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryHand brake needed adjustment
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end inner slightly play both sides front

  13. Pass57,953 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    57,953 miles
    Test number
    928429242303
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Fail57,947 miles (+4,561)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,947 miles
    Test number
    336414564989
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass53,386 miles (+1,553)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    53,386 miles
    Test number
    766010489250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass51,833 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    51,833 miles
    Test number
    262814629639
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  17. Fail51,833 miles (+3,239)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,833 miles
    Test number
    167561825625
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre deteriorated

  18. Pass48,594 miles (+4,355)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    48,594 miles
    Test number
    364670454955
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tread depth is 3 mm tyre is starting to perish (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass44,239 miles (+1,984)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    44,239 miles
    Test number
    645192814468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass42,255 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    42,255 miles
    Test number
    586233354137
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail42,246 miles (+3,358)2 failures1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,246 miles
    Test number
    825948244165
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass38,888 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    38,888 miles
    Test number
    999976003264
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/f wing damaged

  23. Fail38,888 miles (+4,021)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,888 miles
    Test number
    856696603230
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/f wing damaged

  24. Pass34,867 miles (+4,695)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    34,867 miles
    Test number
    319373612403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass30,172 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    30,172 miles
    Test number
    978838881129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail30,172 miles (+4,266)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,172 miles
    Test number
    998348581193
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  27. Pass25,906 miles (+4,237)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    25,906 miles
    Test number
    462005900200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass21,669 miles (+4,930)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    21,669 miles
    Test number
    972181819200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass16,739 miles (+4,141)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    16,739 miles
    Test number
    681740008200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass12,598 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    12,598 miles
    Test number
    693397807275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL04 XNF

Does LL04 XNF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL04 XNF is valid until 1 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL04 XNF?
The MOT on LL04 XNF is valid until 1 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL04 XNF done?
LL04 XNF was recorded at 93,084 miles at its MOT on 2 Mar 2026, an average of 4,327 miles a year.
Has LL04 XNF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL04 XNF has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LL04 XNF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 Nov 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LL04 XNF find?
LL04 XNF passed its latest MOT on 2 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 1 more.

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