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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,198 cc

LT04 LUZMOT history

LT04 LUZ is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Mar 2004. Its MOT expired on 20 Jul 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 96,886 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jul 2025.

LT04 LUZ silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 20 Jul 2026
Mileage
96,886 mi
At MOT on 21 Jul 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,612 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LT04 LUZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
1 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LT04 LUZ was last recorded at 96,886 miles on 21 Jul 2025, 9,068 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,818 miles · 13 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
9,068 miles
Average per year
4,612 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 96,886 miles
  • 2024 – 87,818 miles
  • 2023 – 83,746 miles
  • 2022 – 75,138 miles
  • 2021 – 67,006 miles
  • 2020 – 61,675 miles
  • 2019 – 56,806 miles
  • 2018 – 50,577 miles
  • 2017 – 50,532 miles
  • 2016 – 46,731 miles
  • 2015 – 44,789 miles
  • 2014 – 39,289 miles
  • 2013 – 32,406 miles
  • 2012 – 25,860 miles
  • 2011 – 19,761 miles
  • 2010 – 17,594 miles
  • 2009 – 15,186 miles
  • 2008 – 13,799 miles
  • 2007 – 12,081 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,886 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible section (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement saddle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner brake pad appears low

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 Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front back rest release faulty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Exhaust Badly Corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass96,886 miles (+9,068)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    96,886 miles
    Test number
    709392620929
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement saddle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner brake pad appears low
  2. Pass87,818 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    87,818 miles
    Test number
    856171646754
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both low (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Fail87,803 miles (+4,057)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,803 miles
    Test number
    828225902570
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both low (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass83,746 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    83,746 miles
    Test number
    372000862431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail83,731 miles (+8,593)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,731 miles
    Test number
    643543569265
    • MajorFront Coil spring fractured or broken both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  6. Pass75,138 miles (+8,132)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    75,138 miles
    Test number
    677664263391
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  7. Pass67,006 miles (+17)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    67,006 miles
    Test number
    472492485575
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front back rest release faulty
  8. Fail66,989 miles (+5,314)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,989 miles
    Test number
    889546679639
    • MajorEmissions not tested unable to hold at required speed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front back rest release faulty
  9. Pass61,675 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    61,675 miles
    Test number
    226151470073
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust Badly Corroded
  10. Fail61,675 miles (+4,869)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,675 miles
    Test number
    316744467183
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt anti roll bar link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust Badly Corroded
  11. Pass56,806 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    56,806 miles
    Test number
    977479667327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail56,806 miles (+6,229)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,806 miles
    Test number
    665166065058
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  13. Pass50,577 miles (+45)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    50,577 miles
    Test number
    714694006481
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  14. Pass50,532 miles (+3,801)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    50,532 miles
    Test number
    149123907037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass46,731 miles (+1,942)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    46,731 miles
    Test number
    231453696766

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail44,789 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,789 miles
    Test number
    139197975005
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  17. Pass44,789 miles (+5,500)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    44,789 miles
    Test number
    408097175087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass39,289 miles (+6,883)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    39,289 miles
    Test number
    305861474062
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  19. Pass32,406 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    32,406 miles
    Test number
    416717973090
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteLow fuel warning light on
  20. Fail32,406 miles (+6,546)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,406 miles
    Test number
    798857473004
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteLow fuel warning light on
  21. Pass25,860 miles (+6,099)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    25,860 miles
    Test number
    109544672426
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  22. Pass19,761 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    19,761 miles
    Test number
    106911171423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail19,761 miles (+2,167)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,761 miles
    Test number
    805021971090
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  24. Pass17,594 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    17,594 miles
    Test number
    873982670028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. FailMileage not read2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    211802770093
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  26. Pass15,186 miles (+1,387)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    15,186 miles
    Test number
    822116569028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass13,799 miles (+1,718)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    13,799 miles
    Test number
    211181468046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass12,081 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    12,081 miles
    Test number
    643361467026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LT04 LUZ

Does LT04 LUZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LT04 LUZ expired on 20 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LT04 LUZ?
The MOT on LT04 LUZ expired on 20 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LT04 LUZ done?
LT04 LUZ was recorded at 96,886 miles at its MOT on 21 Jul 2025, an average of 4,612 miles a year.
Has LT04 LUZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LT04 LUZ has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LT04 LUZ 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 LT04 LUZ find?
LT04 LUZ passed its latest MOT on 21 Jul 2025 with 3 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible section; nearside front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement saddle bush; nearside front inner brake pad appears low.

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