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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

LM04 YVEMOT history

LM04 YVE is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 15 Jul 2004. Its MOT is valid until 1 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 132,103 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Apr 2026.

LM04 YVE silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 May 2027
Mileage
132,103 mi
At MOT on 30 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,598 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM04 YVE
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
15 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 May 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM04 YVE was last recorded at 132,103 miles on 30 Apr 2026, 6,236 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
125,867 miles · 19 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
6,236 miles
Average per year
5,598 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,103 miles
  • 2025 – 125,867 miles
  • 2024 – 104,963 miles
  • 2023 – 102,641 miles
  • 2021 – 96,742 miles
  • 2020 – 92,265 miles
  • 2019 – 83,473 miles
  • 2018 – 72,792 miles
  • 2017 – 68,737 miles
  • 2016 – 66,435 miles
  • 2015 – 64,875 miles
  • 2014 – 63,113 miles
  • 2013 – 57,051 miles
  • 2012 – 52,484 miles
  • 2011 – 48,095 miles
  • 2010 – 39,122 miles
  • 2009 – 34,962 miles
  • 2008 – 30,967 miles
  • 2007 – 26,555 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,103 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 22 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,103 miles (+6,236)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2027
    Odometer
    132,103 miles
    Test number
    326960850151
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass125,867 miles (+20,904)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2026
    Odometer
    125,867 miles
    Test number
    101925279398
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass104,963 miles (+2,322)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2025
    Odometer
    104,963 miles
    Test number
    250148459468
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass102,641 miles (+5,899)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    102,641 miles
    Test number
    952415846554
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass96,742 miles (+4,477)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    96,742 miles
    Test number
    677227615454
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass92,265 miles (+8,792)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    92,265 miles
    Test number
    157117979744
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass83,473 miles (+10,681)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    83,473 miles
    Test number
    356168282151
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass72,792 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    72,792 miles
    Test number
    178386931651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail72,780 miles (+4,043)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,780 miles
    Test number
    543431697367
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass68,737 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    68,737 miles
    Test number
    509418250750
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  11. Fail68,737 miles (+2,302)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,737 miles
    Test number
    161183238005
    • 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 Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  12. Pass66,435 miles (+1,560)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    66,435 miles
    Test number
    519607639039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass64,875 miles (+1,762)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    64,875 miles
    Test number
    855083945133
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass63,113 miles (+6,062)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    63,113 miles
    Test number
    328065874478
    • NoteRear Exhaust Box deteriorating.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass57,051 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    57,051 miles
    Test number
    678205393030
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Fail57,051 miles (+4,567)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,051 miles
    Test number
    805135093073
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Pass52,484 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2013
    Odometer
    52,484 miles
    Test number
    255822522111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail52,484 miles (+4,389)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,484 miles
    Test number
    276862922493
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass48,095 miles (+8,973)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    48,095 miles
    Test number
    517910131147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass39,122 miles (+4,160)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2011
    Odometer
    39,122 miles
    Test number
    801363430158
    • NoteFront tyres (both) are worn on the inner edges.

  21. Pass34,962 miles (+3,995)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2010
    Odometer
    34,962 miles
    Test number
    244940629413
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass30,967 miles (+4,412)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2009
    Odometer
    30,967 miles
    Test number
    680467528189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass26,555 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    26,555 miles
    Test number
    814263977148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM04 YVE

Does LM04 YVE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM04 YVE is valid until 1 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM04 YVE?
The MOT on LM04 YVE is valid until 1 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM04 YVE done?
LM04 YVE was recorded at 132,103 miles at its MOT on 30 Apr 2026, an average of 5,598 miles a year.
Has LM04 YVE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM04 YVE has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2018.
Has the mileage on LM04 YVE 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 LM04 YVE find?
LM04 YVE passed its latest MOT on 30 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive engine.

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