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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

LM04 YVGMOT history

LM04 YVG is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 15 Jul 2004. Its MOT is valid until 1 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 63,364 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2025.

LM04 YVG black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Nov 2026
Mileage
63,364 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,044 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM04 YVG
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
15 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM04 YVG was last recorded at 63,364 miles on 28 Oct 2025, 5,829 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
57,535 miles · 29 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
5,829 miles
Average per year
3,044 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 63,364 miles
  • 2024 – 57,535 miles
  • 2023 – 54,360 miles
  • 2022 – 51,187 miles
  • 2021 – 44,037 miles
  • 2020 – 42,349 miles
  • 2019 – 38,586 miles
  • 2018 – 37,161 miles
  • 2017 – 33,376 miles
  • 2016 – 28,814 miles
  • 2015 – 21,626 miles
  • 2014 – 18,573 miles
  • 2013 – 17,696 miles
  • 2012 – 16,878 miles
  • 2011 – 15,570 miles
  • 2010 – 13,809 miles
  • 2009 – 11,755 miles
  • 2008 – 9,460 miles
  • 2007 – 7,581 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass63,364 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

28 tests since 2 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass63,364 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    63,364 miles
    Test number
    596241219636
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail63,364 miles (+5,829)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,364 miles
    Test number
    209787586646
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass57,535 miles (+3,175)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    57,535 miles
    Test number
    735222555855
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass54,360 miles (+3,173)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    54,360 miles
    Test number
    738213071141
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass51,187 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    51,187 miles
    Test number
    115662512616
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail51,187 miles (+7,150)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,187 miles
    Test number
    664198815185
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass44,037 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    44,037 miles
    Test number
    933720511456
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge strong advisory (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail44,037 miles (+1,688)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,037 miles
    Test number
    663775652467
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge strong advisory (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass42,349 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    42,349 miles
    Test number
    950681655807
    • AdvisoryRear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail42,349 miles (+3,763)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,349 miles
    Test number
    701830036787
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear facing bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass38,586 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    38,586 miles
    Test number
    353681504135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail38,586 miles (+1,425)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,586 miles
    Test number
    836413745157
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  13. Pass37,161 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    37,161 miles
    Test number
    403960504254
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail37,155 miles (+3,779)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,155 miles
    Test number
    562845467571
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn rear wishbone rubber bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass33,376 miles (+4,562)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    33,376 miles
    Test number
    149101921369
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass28,814 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    28,814 miles
    Test number
    167162516272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail28,814 miles (+7,188)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,814 miles
    Test number
    712907685834
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm towards outer edge (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass21,626 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    21,626 miles
    Test number
    627329123111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail21,626 miles (+2,123)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,626 miles
    Test number
    247229531412
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner sidewall. (4.1.D.1b)

  20. Pass19,503 miles (+930)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    19,503 miles
    Test number
    585417895000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass18,573 miles (+877)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    18,573 miles
    Test number
    945982994113
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteSlight bulge in n/s/f tyre

  22. Pass17,696 miles (+818)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    17,696 miles
    Test number
    748182593117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass16,878 miles (+1,308)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    16,878 miles
    Test number
    227821192475
    • NoteN/s rack damp

  24. Pass15,570 miles (+1,761)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    15,570 miles
    Test number
    457542171163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass13,809 miles (+2,054)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    13,809 miles
    Test number
    994736080167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass11,755 miles (+2,295)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    11,755 miles
    Test number
    301004599188
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass9,460 miles (+1,879)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    9,460 miles
    Test number
    273948378409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass7,581 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    7,581 miles
    Test number
    504653587157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM04 YVG

Does LM04 YVG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM04 YVG is valid until 1 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LM04 YVG?
The MOT on LM04 YVG is valid until 1 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM04 YVG done?
LM04 YVG was recorded at 63,364 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2025, an average of 3,044 miles a year.
Has LM04 YVG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM04 YVG has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LM04 YVG 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 YVG find?
LM04 YVG passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both; oil leak, but not excessive.

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