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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

LT04 LXBMOT history

LT04 LXB is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 11 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 5 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 87,350 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Aug 2026.

LT04 LXB blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 5 Aug 2027
Mileage
87,350 mi
At MOT on 6 Aug 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,767 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LT04 LXB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
11 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LT04 LXB was last recorded at 87,350 miles on 6 Aug 2026, 16 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,334 miles · 5 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
16 miles
Average per year
3,767 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,350 miles
  • 2025 – 87,334 miles
  • 2024 – 87,308 miles
  • 2023 – 87,171 miles
  • 2022 – 87,089 miles
  • 2021 – 86,937 miles
  • 2020 – 83,789 miles
  • 2019 – 78,819 miles
  • 2018 – 74,005 miles
  • 2017 – 69,075 miles
  • 2016 – 63,301 miles
  • 2015 – 58,832 miles
  • 2014 – 54,720 miles
  • 2013 – 49,841 miles
  • 2012 – 44,044 miles
  • 2011 – 35,463 miles
  • 2010 – 29,823 miles
  • 2009 – 24,340 miles
  • 2008 – 19,536 miles
  • 2007 – 14,219 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,350 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner 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))
  • 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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass87,350 miles (+16)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    87,350 miles
    Test number
    815323272474
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass87,334 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    87,334 miles
    Test number
    770731993679

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail87,334 miles (+26)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,334 miles
    Test number
    951423937863
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass87,308 miles (+137)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    87,308 miles
    Test number
    875053939937
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass87,171 miles (+82)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    87,171 miles
    Test number
    991119569941
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass87,089 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    87,089 miles
    Test number
    745962409916
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail87,089 miles (+152)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,089 miles
    Test number
    579053597446
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass86,937 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    86,937 miles
    Test number
    709803394414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail86,937 miles (+6)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,937 miles
    Test number
    553358401864
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

  10. Fail86,931 miles (+1)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,931 miles
    Test number
    237162234370
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail86,930 miles (+3,141)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,930 miles
    Test number
    573448102550
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass83,789 miles (+4,970)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    83,789 miles
    Test number
    539970053805
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear box exhaust deteriorated

  13. Pass78,819 miles (+4,814)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    78,819 miles
    Test number
    679800529523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass74,005 miles (+4,930)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    74,005 miles
    Test number
    684779248133
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass69,075 miles (+5,774)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    69,075 miles
    Test number
    215529905622
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass63,301 miles (+4,469)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    63,301 miles
    Test number
    201051688504
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass58,832 miles (+4,112)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    58,832 miles
    Test number
    779127755008
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass54,720 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    54,720 miles
    Test number
    717141554045
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Fail54,720 miles (+4,879)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,720 miles
    Test number
    896381654019
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  20. Pass49,841 miles (+5,797)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    49,841 miles
    Test number
    699340853063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass44,044 miles (+8,581)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    44,044 miles
    Test number
    139809252001
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre starting to crack

  22. Fail35,463 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,463 miles
    Test number
    756636751002
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOsrtyre cracking

  23. Pass35,463 miles (+5,640)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    35,463 miles
    Test number
    897066251059
    • NoteOsrtyre cracking

  24. Pass29,823 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    29,823 miles
    Test number
    972937050071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail29,820 miles (+5,480)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,820 miles
    Test number
    181316550028
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass24,340 miles (+4,804)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    24,340 miles
    Test number
    130697459431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass19,536 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    19,536 miles
    Test number
    252083068046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail19,535 miles (+5,316)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,535 miles
    Test number
    614633268045
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  29. Pass14,219 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    14,219 miles
    Test number
    730197767045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail14,218 miles1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,218 miles
    Test number
    453577267082
    • DangerousOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Questions about LT04 LXB

Does LT04 LXB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LT04 LXB is valid until 5 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LT04 LXB?
The MOT on LT04 LXB is valid until 5 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LT04 LXB done?
LT04 LXB was recorded at 87,350 miles at its MOT on 6 Aug 2026, an average of 3,767 miles a year.
Has LT04 LXB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LT04 LXB has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on LT04 LXB 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 LXB find?
LT04 LXB passed its latest MOT on 6 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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