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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

LS04 WSDMOT history

LS04 WSD is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 5 Jan 2024 and it has passed 17 of 30 MOT tests, with 117,960 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jan 2023.

LS04 WSD silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 5 Jan 2024
Mileage
117,960 mi
At MOT on 6 Jan 2023
MOT tests
30
17 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,963 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS04 WSD
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
28 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
6 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS04 WSD was last recorded at 117,960 miles on 6 Jan 2023, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,950 miles · 4 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
5,963 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 117,960 miles
  • 2021 – 114,686 miles
  • 2020 – 111,299 miles
  • 2019 – 109,396 miles
  • 2018 – 107,448 miles
  • 2017 – 100,419 miles
  • 2016 – 90,944 miles
  • 2015 – 79,987 miles
  • 2014 – 75,206 miles
  • 2013 – 63,814 miles
  • 2012 – 56,221 miles
  • 2011 – 51,021 miles
  • 2010 – 44,914 miles
  • 2009 – 35,840 miles
  • 2008 – 29,505 miles
  • 2007 – 25,228 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,960 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Coolant leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Exhaust silencer slightly loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

30 tests since 11 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,960 miles (+10)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    117,960 miles
    Test number
    345916680110
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Fail117,950 miles (+3,264)9 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,950 miles
    Test number
    235426389323
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Pass114,686 miles (+3,387)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    114,686 miles
    Test number
    357797028457
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass111,299 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    111,299 miles
    Test number
    883623243544
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Fail111,293 miles (+322)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,293 miles
    Test number
    709794996532
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Fail110,971 miles (+1,575)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,971 miles
    Test number
    408210190263
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass109,396 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    109,396 miles
    Test number
    445125849570

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail109,390 miles (+1,942)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,390 miles
    Test number
    425643381718
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  9. Pass107,448 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    107,448 miles
    Test number
    667473111376
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail107,448 miles (+7,029)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,448 miles
    Test number
    970159998405
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass100,419 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    100,419 miles
    Test number
    707588440434
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres perished
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  12. Fail100,419 miles (+9,475)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,419 miles
    Test number
    942427795142
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres perished
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  13. Pass90,944 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    90,944 miles
    Test number
    706421881416
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre perished
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Fail90,944 miles (+10,957)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,944 miles
    Test number
    911251714175
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush Marked in yellow chalk (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre perished
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass79,987 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    79,987 miles
    Test number
    267548885180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail79,987 miles (+4,781)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,987 miles
    Test number
    926358185115
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass75,206 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    75,206 miles
    Test number
    649509394193
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Fail75,206 miles (+11,392)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,206 miles
    Test number
    206129194424
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass63,814 miles (+7,593)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    63,814 miles
    Test number
    157880993138
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass56,221 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    56,221 miles
    Test number
    956308672147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail56,221 miles (+5,200)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,221 miles
    Test number
    806438072149
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  22. Fail51,021 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,021 miles
    Test number
    275425391422
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteE/M/L warning light on

  23. Pass51,021 miles (+6,107)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    51,021 miles
    Test number
    969315991194
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteE/M/L warning light on

  24. Pass44,914 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    44,914 miles
    Test number
    240385790154
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Fail44,914 miles (+9,074)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,914 miles
    Test number
    864325190156
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  26. Pass35,840 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    35,840 miles
    Test number
    652788789196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail35,840 miles (+6,335)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,840 miles
    Test number
    463138489169
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteFront discs worn
    • NoteNail in nsr tyre

  28. Pass29,505 miles (+4,277)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    29,505 miles
    Test number
    861680598111
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteFront wipers starting to smear

  29. Pass25,228 miles (+628)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    25,228 miles
    Test number
    703056807200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass24,600 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2008
    Odometer
    24,600 miles
    Test number
    252661037147
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about LS04 WSD

Does LS04 WSD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS04 WSD expired on 5 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS04 WSD?
The MOT on LS04 WSD expired on 5 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS04 WSD done?
LS04 WSD was recorded at 117,960 miles at its MOT on 6 Jan 2023, an average of 5,963 miles a year.
Has LS04 WSD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS04 WSD has failed 13 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LS04 WSD 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 WSD find?
LS04 WSD passed its latest MOT on 6 Jan 2023 with 8 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides; front coolant leak; front oil leak, but not excessive, and 5 more.

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