2004 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · LB04 FDK
2004 Volkswagen Polo (1.2L, petrol). First registered 01 Jun 2004. Recorded mileage 68,571 miles. MOT valid until 25 May 2027. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25 May 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 68,571 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LB04 FDK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/05/2026
- 68,571 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LB04 FDK MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Volkswagen Polo (LB04 FDK) between May 2024 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 27 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (6 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Rear reflector likely to become detached lamp unit. (4.8.1 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))”; “Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))”.
LB04 FDK Mileage History
- 24/05/202459,064 mi
- 24/05/202562,303 mi+3,239 mi
- 24/05/202562,303 mi
- 27/05/202668,571 mi+6,268 mi
- 27/05/202668,571 mi
Average of roughly 4,736 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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