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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,198 cc

LX04 HPFMOT history

LX04 HPF is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 15 Apr 2004. Its MOT expired on 2 Jun 2025 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 141,692 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jun 2024.

LX04 HPF silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 2 Jun 2025
Mileage
141,692 mi
At MOT on 3 Jun 2024
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,162 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX04 HPF
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
15 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX04 HPF was last recorded at 141,692 miles on 3 Jun 2024, 8,361 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 May 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Mar 2015: 56,295 miles, lower than 90,516 miles on 28 Mar 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
133,331 miles · 19 May 2023
Between the last two tests
8,361 miles
Average per year
7,162 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 141,692 miles
  • 2023 – 133,331 miles
  • 2022 – 126,335 miles
  • 2021 – 117,536 miles
  • 2020 – 107,968 miles
  • 2019 – 101,084 miles
  • 2018 – 96,111 miles
  • 2017 – 83,203 miles
  • 2016 – 61,657 miles
  • 2015 – 56,295 miles
  • 2014 – 90,516 miles
  • 2013 – 80,269 miles
  • 2012 – 68,267 miles
  • 2011 – 55,759 miles
  • 2010 – 46,000 miles
  • 2009 – 36,677 miles
  • 2008 – 27,870 miles
  • 2007 – 18,910 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,692 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 12 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,692 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    141,692 miles
    Test number
    952549615547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail141,692 miles (+8,361)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,692 miles
    Test number
    255399446917
    • MajorFuel system component leaking [leak coming from engine bay area] (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  3. Pass133,331 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2024
    Odometer
    133,331 miles
    Test number
    900705462290
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  4. Fail133,331 miles (+6,996)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,331 miles
    Test number
    811839862240
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  5. Pass126,335 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2023
    Odometer
    126,335 miles
    Test number
    230817801929
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center joint (6.1.2 (a))
  6. Fail126,335 miles (+8,799)9 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,335 miles
    Test number
    207126223308
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center joint (6.1.2 (a))
  7. Pass117,536 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2022
    Odometer
    117,536 miles
    Test number
    223591234984
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  8. Fail117,536 miles (+9,568)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,536 miles
    Test number
    553965917750
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  9. Pass107,968 miles (+6,884)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    107,968 miles
    Test number
    314701635626
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tie rod end slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded
  10. Pass101,084 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    101,084 miles
    Test number
    220852017528
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  11. Fail101,084 miles (+4,973)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,084 miles
    Test number
    313245374134
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  12. Pass96,111 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    96,111 miles
    Test number
    360088036534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail96,111 miles (+12,908)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,111 miles
    Test number
    252539564788
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  14. Pass83,203 miles (+21,546)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    83,203 miles
    Test number
    709825382828
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  15. Pass61,657 miles (+5,362)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    61,657 miles
    Test number
    101603813818
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
  16. Pass56,295 miles (-34,221)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    56,295 miles
    Test number
    846114865094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass90,516 miles (+10,247)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    90,516 miles
    Test number
    506357484039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass80,269 miles (+12,002)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    80,269 miles
    Test number
    745175693014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass68,267 miles (+12,508)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    68,267 miles
    Test number
    967563192055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass55,759 miles (+9,759)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    55,759 miles
    Test number
    375436671059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass46,000 miles (+9,323)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    46,000 miles
    Test number
    492993400176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail36,677 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,677 miles
    Test number
    172646999012
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
  23. Pass36,677 miles (+8,807)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    36,677 miles
    Test number
    762706199052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass27,870 miles (+8,960)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    27,870 miles
    Test number
    261439198030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass18,910 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    18,910 miles
    Test number
    190092807103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX04 HPF

Does LX04 HPF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX04 HPF expired on 2 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX04 HPF?
The MOT on LX04 HPF expired on 2 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX04 HPF done?
LX04 HPF was recorded at 141,692 miles at its MOT on 3 Jun 2024, an average of 7,162 miles a year.
Has LX04 HPF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX04 HPF has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on LX04 HPF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Mar 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LX04 HPF find?
LX04 HPF passed its latest MOT on 3 Jun 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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