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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,198 cc

LX04 CUHMOT history

LX04 CUH is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 23 Mar 2004. Its MOT expired on 14 Feb 2025 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 109,012 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Feb 2024.

LX04 CUH black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 14 Feb 2025
Mileage
109,012 mi
At MOT on 7 Feb 2024
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,138 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX04 CUH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
23 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
7 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX04 CUH was last recorded at 109,012 miles on 7 Feb 2024, 277 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,735 miles · 1 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
277 miles
Average per year
5,138 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 109,012 miles
  • 2023 – 101,625 miles
  • 2022 – 98,889 miles
  • 2021 – 95,445 miles
  • 2020 – 92,359 miles
  • 2019 – 89,478 miles
  • 2018 – 85,929 miles
  • 2017 – 82,087 miles
  • 2016 – 76,227 miles
  • 2015 – 69,738 miles
  • 2014 – 62,361 miles
  • 2013 – 53,687 miles
  • 2012 – 48,661 miles
  • 2011 – 45,419 miles
  • 2010 – 42,303 miles
  • 2009 – 36,501 miles
  • 2008 – 30,626 miles
  • 2007 – 21,931 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,012 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Axle beam corrodingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working More than half working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and various suspension and brake components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and various brake and suspension components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • OIL LIGHT ON AT TIMES AND OIL LEVEL LOW ,SUGGEST CHECKED OUT .

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 26 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,012 miles (+277)3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    109,012 miles
    Test number
    389797513442
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle beam corroding
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working More than half working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail108,735 miles (+7,110)4 major3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,735 miles
    Test number
    402758546821
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle beam corroding
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working More than half working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass101,625 miles (+2,736)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    101,625 miles
    Test number
    462042984159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass98,889 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    98,889 miles
    Test number
    486031136017
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and various suspension and brake components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rusty (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and various brake and suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail98,888 miles (+3,443)5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,888 miles
    Test number
    509935786622
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and various suspension and brake components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rusty (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and various brake and suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass95,445 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    95,445 miles
    Test number
    602650182189
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and various suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and various suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust very rusty

  7. Fail95,445 miles (+3,086)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,445 miles
    Test number
    164946279781
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken spring not located correctly (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and various suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and various suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust very rusty

  8. Pass92,359 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    92,359 miles
    Test number
    630286960783
    • AdvisoryOIL LIGHT ON AT TIMES AND OIL LEVEL LOW ,SUGGEST CHECKED OUT .
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule FLEXI OFFSIDE REAR PRETTY CORRODED ,SUGGEST REPLACED SOON . (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear REAR AXLE BEAM CORRODED
    • AdvisoryRear REAR EXHAUST CORRODED

  9. Fail92,355 miles (+2,877)1 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,355 miles
    Test number
    785218267572
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure TYRE NEARSIDE REAR OUT OF SHAPE AND TREAD WEARING UNEVENLY. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt OUTER BOOT SPLIT NEARSIDE SHAFT. (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding BRAKE OFFSIDE REAR BINDING (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOIL LIGHT ON AT TIMES AND OIL LEVEL LOW ,SUGGEST CHECKED OUT .
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule FLEXI OFFSIDE REAR PRETTY CORRODED ,SUGGEST REPLACED SOON . (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear REAR AXLE BEAM CORRODED
    • AdvisoryRear REAR EXHAUST CORRODED

  10. Pass89,478 miles (+3)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    89,478 miles
    Test number
    521281330050
    • AdvisoryCHECKED WHATS VISIBLE
    • AdvisoryCentral CENTRE EXHAUST CLAMP VERY CORRODED ,SUGGEST REPLACED
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear NAIL IN CENTRE OF TYRE TREAD
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear REAR EXHAUST PRETTY CORRODED
    • AdvisorySUSPENSION PRETTY CORRODED

  11. Fail89,475 miles (+3,546)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,475 miles
    Test number
    660800601508
    • MajorFront Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCHECKED WHATS VISIBLE
    • AdvisoryCentral CENTRE EXHAUST CLAMP VERY CORRODED ,SUGGEST REPLACED
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear NAIL IN CENTRE OF TYRE TREAD
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear REAR EXHAUST PRETTY CORRODED
    • AdvisorySUSPENSION PRETTY CORRODED

  12. Pass85,929 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    85,929 miles
    Test number
    824472669000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail85,927 miles (+3,840)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,927 miles
    Test number
    374388398520
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge worn through to second layer (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened wishbone corrosion holes on back edge (2.4.G.1)

  14. Pass82,087 miles (+5,860)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    82,087 miles
    Test number
    420724403066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass76,227 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    76,227 miles
    Test number
    358532940504

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail76,205 miles (+6,467)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,205 miles
    Test number
    515270022084
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

  17. Pass69,738 miles (+82)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    69,738 miles
    Test number
    907843285033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail69,656 miles (+7,295)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,656 miles
    Test number
    696833475023
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Upper Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  19. Pass62,361 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    62,361 miles
    Test number
    345200884006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail62,361 miles (+8,674)3 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,361 miles
    Test number
    217578074032
    • DangerousNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • DangerousCut in nsf tyre outer side wall
    • DangerousCut in osf tyre outer side wall exposing cords

  21. Pass53,687 miles (+5,026)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    53,687 miles
    Test number
    506863963015
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside door mirror, casing broken.

  22. Pass48,661 miles (+3,242)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    48,661 miles
    Test number
    979512972096
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Fail45,419 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,419 miles
    Test number
    307321681045
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine idle rough.

  24. Pass45,419 miles (+3,116)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    45,419 miles
    Test number
    859221581027
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine idle rough.

  25. Pass42,303 miles (+5,802)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    42,303 miles
    Test number
    694724070003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass36,501 miles (+5,875)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    36,501 miles
    Test number
    961275669069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass30,626 miles (+8,695)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    30,626 miles
    Test number
    934541678050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass21,931 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    21,931 miles
    Test number
    573547257025
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LX04 CUH

Does LX04 CUH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX04 CUH expired on 14 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX04 CUH?
The MOT on LX04 CUH expired on 14 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX04 CUH done?
LX04 CUH was recorded at 109,012 miles at its MOT on 7 Feb 2024, an average of 5,138 miles a year.
Has LX04 CUH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX04 CUH has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LX04 CUH 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 CUH find?
LX04 CUH passed its latest MOT on 7 Feb 2024 with 3 minor defects and 8 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt, and 8 more.

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