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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

LX04 BFMMOT history

LX04 BFM is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Mar 2004. Its MOT expired on 11 Feb 2022 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 90,400 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jul 2022.

LX04 BFM blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 11 Feb 2022
Mileage
90,400 mi
At MOT on 22 Jul 2022
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,402 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX04 BFM
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
1 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Feb 2022
Latest MOT test
22 Jul 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LX04 BFM was last recorded at 90,400 miles on 22 Jul 2022, 4,707 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,693 miles · 12 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
4,707 miles
Average per year
5,402 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 90,400 miles
  • 2021 – 85,693 miles
  • 2019 – 84,879 miles
  • 2018 – 83,795 miles
  • 2017 – 83,013 miles
  • 2016 – 78,958 miles
  • 2015 – 52,317 miles
  • 2014 – 37,793 miles
  • 2013 – 20,063 miles
  • 2012 – 14,882 miles
  • 2011 – 13,518 miles
  • 2010 – 12,015 miles
  • 2009 – 10,510 miles
  • 2008 – 9,425 miles
  • 2007 – 7,258 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail90,400 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm in side worn (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken in complete (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering slighty tight

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.

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

20 tests since 1 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail90,400 miles (+4,707)2 dangerous4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,400 miles
    Test number
    378844210948
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm in side worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken in complete (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering slighty tight

  2. Pass85,693 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    85,693 miles
    Test number
    908792061374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail85,693 miles (+814)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,693 miles
    Test number
    105600973254
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass84,879 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    84,879 miles
    Test number
    764398950834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail84,872 miles (+1,077)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,872 miles
    Test number
    734401499410
    • MajorElectronic braking system warning device inoperative (1.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNear side rear tyre has a nail in it

  6. Pass83,795 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    83,795 miles
    Test number
    338299977197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail83,795 miles (+782)4 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,795 miles
    Test number
    705842742959
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))

  8. Pass83,013 miles (+4,055)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    83,013 miles
    Test number
    597743065880
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)

  9. Pass78,958 miles (+26,641)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    78,958 miles
    Test number
    381593712876

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass52,317 miles (+14,524)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    52,317 miles
    Test number
    788320355009
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  11. Pass37,793 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    37,793 miles
    Test number
    296022054046
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail37,793 miles (+17,730)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,793 miles
    Test number
    496332954063
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass20,063 miles (+5,181)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    20,063 miles
    Test number
    276674653082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass14,882 miles (+1,364)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    14,882 miles
    Test number
    719212352066
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  15. Pass13,518 miles (+1,503)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    13,518 miles
    Test number
    799196841091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass12,015 miles (+1,505)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    12,015 miles
    Test number
    190549530428
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront grill damaged broken

  17. Pass10,510 miles (+1,085)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    10,510 miles
    Test number
    651439749059
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass9,425 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    9,425 miles
    Test number
    123038858044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail9,425 miles (+2,167)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,425 miles
    Test number
    874958258088
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  20. Pass7,258 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    7,258 miles
    Test number
    574390967006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX04 BFM

Does LX04 BFM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX04 BFM expired on 11 Feb 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX04 BFM?
The MOT on LX04 BFM expired on 11 Feb 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX04 BFM done?
LX04 BFM was recorded at 90,400 miles at its MOT on 22 Jul 2022, an average of 5,402 miles a year.
Has LX04 BFM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX04 BFM has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on LX04 BFM 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 LX04 BFM find?
LX04 BFM failed its latest MOT on 22 Jul 2022 with 2 dangerous defects, 4 major defects, 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; offside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm in side worn; nearside rear other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle, and 5 more.

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