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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

LS04 LAEMOT history

LS04 LAE is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Apr 2004. Its MOT is valid until 10 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 15,425 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2026.

LS04 LAE red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Feb 2027
Mileage
15,425 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
761 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS04 LAE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS04 LAE was last recorded at 15,425 miles on 21 Jan 2026, 3,697 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
11,728 miles · 11 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,697 miles
Average per year
761 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 15,425 miles
  • 2025 – 11,728 miles
  • 2024 – 11,105 miles
  • 2023 – 10,307 miles
  • 2022 – 9,742 miles
  • 2021 – 9,187 miles
  • 2020 – 8,799 miles
  • 2019 – 8,269 miles
  • 2018 – 7,641 miles
  • 2017 – 6,849 miles
  • 2016 – 6,107 miles
  • 2015 – 5,481 miles
  • 2014 – 4,905 miles
  • 2013 – 4,491 miles
  • 2012 – 3,555 miles
  • 2011 – 2,658 miles
  • 2010 – 2,172 miles
  • 2009 – 1,773 miles
  • 2008 – 1,384 miles
  • 2007 – 1,121 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass15,425 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 10 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass15,425 miles (+3,697)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    15,425 miles
    Test number
    788579870890
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass11,728 miles (+623)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    11,728 miles
    Test number
    189965831174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass11,105 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    11,105 miles
    Test number
    595093671364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail11,087 miles (+780)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,087 miles
    Test number
    104461433264
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass10,307 miles (+565)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    10,307 miles
    Test number
    754492719958

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass9,742 miles (+555)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    9,742 miles
    Test number
    431769074139
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass9,187 miles (+388)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    9,187 miles
    Test number
    921495594084
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm 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 185/60/hr14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  8. Pass8,799 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    8,799 miles
    Test number
    277276024489
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail8,798 miles (+529)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,798 miles
    Test number
    472182571759
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass8,269 miles (+628)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    8,269 miles
    Test number
    560214369433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass7,641 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    7,641 miles
    Test number
    827481056175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail7,635 miles (+786)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    7,635 miles
    Test number
    981565624756
    • DangerousNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  13. Pass6,849 miles (+742)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    6,849 miles
    Test number
    300472058915

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass6,107 miles (+626)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    6,107 miles
    Test number
    550758717597

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass5,481 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    5,481 miles
    Test number
    816299985036
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres and offside rear tyre perished/cracking-185/60hr14.

  16. Fail5,481 miles (+576)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,481 miles
    Test number
    888819085050
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres and offside rear tyre perished/cracking-185/60hr14.

  17. Pass4,905 miles (+414)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    4,905 miles
    Test number
    136001694417
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass4,491 miles (+936)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    4,491 miles
    Test number
    109152593050
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass3,555 miles (+897)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    3,555 miles
    Test number
    909507412120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass2,658 miles (+486)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    2,658 miles
    Test number
    456788501158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass2,172 miles (+399)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    2,172 miles
    Test number
    693982400164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass1,773 miles (+389)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    1,773 miles
    Test number
    323268199087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass1,384 miles (+263)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    1,384 miles
    Test number
    644880708160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass1,121 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    1,121 miles
    Test number
    572160107104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS04 LAE

Does LS04 LAE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS04 LAE is valid until 10 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS04 LAE?
The MOT on LS04 LAE is valid until 10 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS04 LAE done?
LS04 LAE was recorded at 15,425 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2026, an average of 761 miles a year.
Has LS04 LAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS04 LAE has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LS04 LAE 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 LAE find?
LS04 LAE passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: rear coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened both sides; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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