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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

LS04 HOAMOT history

LS04 HOA is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 10 Jun 2004. Its MOT expired on 1 May 2026 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 93,872 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jun 2026.

LS04 HOA black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 1 May 2026
Mileage
93,872 mi
At MOT on 22 Jun 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,362 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS04 HOA
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
10 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 May 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Jun 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS04 HOA was last recorded at 93,872 miles on 22 Jun 2026, 4,822 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,050 miles · 2 May 2025
Between the last two tests
4,822 miles
Average per year
4,362 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,872 miles
  • 2025 – 89,050 miles
  • 2024 – 89,025 miles
  • 2022 – 87,506 miles
  • 2021 – 84,143 miles
  • 2020 – 82,160 miles
  • 2019 – 78,297 miles
  • 2017 – 73,924 miles
  • 2016 – 71,261 miles
  • 2015 – 68,492 miles
  • 2014 – 62,689 miles
  • 2013 – 58,141 miles
  • 2012 – 51,064 miles
  • 2011 – 41,933 miles
  • 2010 – 33,837 miles
  • 2009 – 27,729 miles
  • 2008 – 19,948 miles
  • 2007 – 10,447 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail93,872 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front 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 Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front 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))
  • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front drivers seat unable to move
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear no reverse light

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both sides

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 8 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail93,872 miles (+4,822)10 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,872 miles
    Test number
    188648365465
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front 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 Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front 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))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front drivers seat unable to move
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear no reverse light

  2. Pass89,050 miles3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2026
    Odometer
    89,050 miles
    Test number
    844033621625
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both Side (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both Side
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail89,050 miles (+25)3 repaired3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,050 miles
    Test number
    699902755064
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both Side (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both Side
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass89,025 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    89,025 miles
    Test number
    508338362116
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

  5. Fail89,025 miles (+1,519)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,025 miles
    Test number
    474442046078
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

  6. Pass87,506 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    87,506 miles
    Test number
    801483959100
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt nearside and offside (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  7. Fail87,503 miles (+3,360)1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,503 miles
    Test number
    734862989367
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively nearside and offside (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt nearside and offside (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  8. Pass84,143 miles (+27)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    84,143 miles
    Test number
    994918319157
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail84,116 miles (+1,956)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,116 miles
    Test number
    551433889389
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass82,160 miles (+3,863)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    82,160 miles
    Test number
    742305055016
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass78,297 miles (+4,373)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    78,297 miles
    Test number
    432797554042
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass73,924 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    73,924 miles
    Test number
    603920591302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail73,924 miles (+2,663)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,924 miles
    Test number
    295442063540
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  14. Pass71,261 miles (+2,769)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    71,261 miles
    Test number
    650170470503
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light is on

  15. Pass68,492 miles (+5,803)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    68,492 miles
    Test number
    909076365100
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteEML Light indicates a fault
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass62,689 miles (+4,548)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    62,689 miles
    Test number
    298679124493
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteEML light indicates a fault

  17. Fail58,141 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,141 miles
    Test number
    599366753184
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Pass58,141 miles (+7,077)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    58,141 miles
    Test number
    678326653169
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass51,064 miles (+9,131)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2013
    Odometer
    51,064 miles
    Test number
    815894412198
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge

  20. Pass41,933 miles (+8,096)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2012
    Odometer
    41,933 miles
    Test number
    765116811147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass33,837 miles (+6,108)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2011
    Odometer
    33,837 miles
    Test number
    633494620153
    • DangerousNail in offside rear tyre

  22. Pass27,729 miles (+7,781)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2010
    Odometer
    27,729 miles
    Test number
    170657529109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass19,948 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2009
    Odometer
    19,948 miles
    Test number
    574705338196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail19,948 miles (+9,501)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,948 miles
    Test number
    720585438114
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  25. Pass10,447 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2008
    Odometer
    10,447 miles
    Test number
    940708527181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS04 HOA

Does LS04 HOA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS04 HOA expired on 1 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS04 HOA?
The MOT on LS04 HOA expired on 1 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS04 HOA done?
LS04 HOA was recorded at 93,872 miles at its MOT on 22 Jun 2026, an average of 4,362 miles a year.
Has LS04 HOA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS04 HOA has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LS04 HOA 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 LS04 HOA find?
LS04 HOA failed its latest MOT on 22 Jun 2026 with 10 major defects and 5 advisories: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; front windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road; front windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen, and 12 more.

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