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Volkswagen FOX

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,198 cc

LB08 AXUMOT history

LB08 AXU is a silver petrol Volkswagen FOX first used on 30 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jun 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 45,069 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jun 2027
Mileage
45,069 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,741 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 AXU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
FOX
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 AXU was last recorded at 45,069 miles on 1 Jul 2026, 6,401 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jun 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 May 2012: 11,641 miles, lower than 18,780 miles on 26 May 2011.

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
38,668 miles · 27 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
6,401 miles
Average per year
1,741 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 45,069 miles
  • 2025 – 38,668 miles
  • 2024 – 38,561 miles
  • 2023 – 25,287 miles
  • 2021 – 25,200 miles
  • 2020 – 24,391 miles
  • 2019 – 22,706 miles
  • 2018 – 20,601 miles
  • 2017 – 18,973 miles
  • 2016 – 17,378 miles
  • 2015 – 16,041 miles
  • 2014 – 15,501 miles
  • 2013 – 13,777 miles
  • 2012 – 11,641 miles
  • 2011 – 18,780 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass45,069 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (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 has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

21 tests since 26 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass45,069 miles (+6,401)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    45,069 miles
    Test number
    850941033074
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  2. Pass38,668 miles (+107)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    38,668 miles
    Test number
    323071666659

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass38,561 miles (+2,680)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    38,561 miles
    Test number
    323624890274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass35,881 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    35,881 miles
    Test number
    571794557147
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail35,864 miles (+10,577)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,864 miles
    Test number
    128160690960
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn/lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass25,287 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    25,287 miles
    Test number
    869411554498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail25,287 miles (+87)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,287 miles
    Test number
    857857492515
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  8. Pass25,200 miles (+253)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    25,200 miles
    Test number
    861232670939
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass24,947 miles (+556)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2022
    Odometer
    24,947 miles
    Test number
    503409168798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass24,391 miles (+1,685)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2021
    Odometer
    24,391 miles
    Test number
    890935895293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass22,706 miles (+2,105)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2020
    Odometer
    22,706 miles
    Test number
    902649333225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass20,601 miles (+1,628)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    20,601 miles
    Test number
    790046836546
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass18,973 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    18,973 miles
    Test number
    264935762255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail18,973 miles (+1,595)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,973 miles
    Test number
    141804575584
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated 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)

  15. Pass17,378 miles (+1,337)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    17,378 miles
    Test number
    605267964762
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscureing some underside components

  16. Pass16,041 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2016
    Odometer
    16,041 miles
    Test number
    277049235454
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteMiddle and rear exhaust box corroded

  17. Fail16,041 miles (+540)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,041 miles
    Test number
    159489135113
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteMiddle and rear exhaust box corroded

  18. Pass15,501 miles (+1,724)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    15,501 miles
    Test number
    746462024144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass13,777 miles (+2,136)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    13,777 miles
    Test number
    146625033107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass11,641 miles (-7,139)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    11,641 miles
    Test number
    916932032175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass18,780 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    18,780 miles
    Test number
    425466041185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 AXU

Does LB08 AXU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 AXU is valid until 30 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 AXU?
The MOT on LB08 AXU is valid until 30 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 AXU done?
LB08 AXU was recorded at 45,069 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2026, an average of 1,741 miles a year.
Has LB08 AXU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 AXU has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LB08 AXU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 May 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB08 AXU find?
LB08 AXU passed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2026 with 2 minor defects: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated.

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