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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

LO04 CLJMOT history

LO04 CLJ is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 5 Aug 2004. Its MOT expired on 6 Jul 2023 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 101,385 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jul 2022.

LO04 CLJ black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 6 Jul 2023
Mileage
101,385 mi
At MOT on 7 Jul 2022
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,734 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO04 CLJ
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
5 Aug 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
7 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO04 CLJ was last recorded at 101,385 miles on 7 Jul 2022, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,384 miles · 27 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
4,734 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 101,385 miles
  • 2021 – 98,634 miles
  • 2020 – 94,615 miles
  • 2019 – 89,116 miles
  • 2018 – 81,981 miles
  • 2017 – 74,678 miles
  • 2016 – 71,490 miles
  • 2015 – 69,667 miles
  • 2014 – 67,720 miles
  • 2013 – 65,969 miles
  • 2012 – 64,009 miles
  • 2011 – 61,277 miles
  • 2010 – 54,913 miles
  • 2009 – 44,616 miles
  • 2008 – 35,688 miles
  • 2007 – 30,455 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,385 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

23 tests since 13 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,385 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    101,385 miles
    Test number
    691334637569

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail101,384 miles (+2,750)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,384 miles
    Test number
    538696751543
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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 has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass98,634 miles (+4,019)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    98,634 miles
    Test number
    711380869665
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass94,615 miles (+5,499)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    94,615 miles
    Test number
    624897590820
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass89,116 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    89,116 miles
    Test number
    126587690370
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail89,110 miles (+7,129)2 dangerous5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,110 miles
    Test number
    722524373043
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Washer pipe leaking but still provides sufficient liquid to front screen.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass81,981 miles (+7,303)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    81,981 miles
    Test number
    441343594573
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass74,678 miles (+3,188)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    74,678 miles
    Test number
    176482286705
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted

  9. Pass71,490 miles (+1,823)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    71,490 miles
    Test number
    178311150201
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perished and split

  10. Pass69,667 miles (+1,947)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    69,667 miles
    Test number
    449753975199
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perishing no cords visable
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  11. Fail67,720 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,720 miles
    Test number
    238013854154
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  12. Pass67,720 miles (+1,751)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    67,720 miles
    Test number
    406843254121
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Fail65,969 miles1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,969 miles
    Test number
    428896453162
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryStop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  14. Pass65,969 miles (+1,960)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    65,969 miles
    Test number
    507786653195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryStop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  15. Pass64,009 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    64,009 miles
    Test number
    139189072189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Fail64,009 miles (+2,732)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,009 miles
    Test number
    229868572452
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass61,277 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    61,277 miles
    Test number
    126189151112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail61,277 miles (+6,364)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,277 miles
    Test number
    449269951164
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass54,913 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    54,913 miles
    Test number
    392187300436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail54,913 miles (+10,297)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,913 miles
    Test number
    744357600288
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass44,616 miles (+8,928)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    44,616 miles
    Test number
    343605509434
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  22. Pass35,688 miles (+5,233)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    35,688 miles
    Test number
    130618398157
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  23. Pass30,455 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    30,455 miles
    Test number
    284764097447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LO04 CLJ

Does LO04 CLJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LO04 CLJ expired on 6 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LO04 CLJ?
The MOT on LO04 CLJ expired on 6 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LO04 CLJ done?
LO04 CLJ was recorded at 101,385 miles at its MOT on 7 Jul 2022, an average of 4,734 miles a year.
Has LO04 CLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO04 CLJ has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on LO04 CLJ 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 LO04 CLJ find?
LO04 CLJ passed its latest MOT on 7 Jul 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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