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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,390 cc

LB08 AYMMOT history

LB08 AYM is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 49,857 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jul 2027
Mileage
49,857 mi
At MOT on 3 Jul 2026
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,171 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 AYM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 AYM was last recorded at 49,857 miles on 3 Jul 2026, 1,609 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
48,248 miles · 18 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
1,609 miles
Average per year
2,171 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 49,857 miles
  • 2025 – 48,248 miles
  • 2024 – 46,762 miles
  • 2023 – 45,396 miles
  • 2022 – 44,182 miles
  • 2021 – 42,277 miles
  • 2020 – 40,912 miles
  • 2019 – 38,811 miles
  • 2018 – 37,174 miles
  • 2017 – 35,396 miles
  • 2016 – 33,245 miles
  • 2015 – 31,370 miles
  • 2014 – 26,159 miles
  • 2013 – 23,421 miles
  • 2012 – 19,923 miles
  • 2011 – 17,000 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass49,857 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 in poor condition

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 16 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass49,857 miles (+1,609)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    49,857 miles
    Test number
    395685569372
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass48,248 miles (+1,486)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    48,248 miles
    Test number
    514073421089
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass46,762 miles (+1,366)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    46,762 miles
    Test number
    688099103347
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Upper Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases also exhaust is slightly corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass45,396 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    45,396 miles
    Test number
    587971950168
    • AdvisoryExhaust in poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail45,393 miles (+1,211)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,393 miles
    Test number
    691008728937
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust in poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass44,182 miles (+1,905)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    44,182 miles
    Test number
    529007801781
    • AdvisoryExhaust in poor condition

  7. Pass42,277 miles (+1,365)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    42,277 miles
    Test number
    482772616962

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass40,912 miles (+2,101)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    40,912 miles
    Test number
    797900999591
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass38,811 miles (+1,637)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    38,811 miles
    Test number
    994910700605
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass37,174 miles (+1,778)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2019
    Odometer
    37,174 miles
    Test number
    756921790822
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop split
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing out off shape
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bump stop split
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing out off shape

  11. Pass35,396 miles (+2,151)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2018
    Odometer
    35,396 miles
    Test number
    941223259043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass33,245 miles (+1,875)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2017
    Odometer
    33,245 miles
    Test number
    605751800565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass31,370 miles (+5,211)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    31,370 miles
    Test number
    335493045149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass26,159 miles (+2,738)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    26,159 miles
    Test number
    725998144179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass23,421 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    23,421 miles
    Test number
    366122243106
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)

  16. Fail23,421 miles (+3,498)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,421 miles
    Test number
    677412143131
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)

  17. Pass19,923 miles (+2,923)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    19,923 miles
    Test number
    797882542143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass17,000 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2012
    Odometer
    17,000 miles
    Test number
    265516231445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 AYM

Does LB08 AYM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 AYM is valid until 16 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 AYM?
The MOT on LB08 AYM is valid until 16 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 AYM done?
LB08 AYM was recorded at 49,857 miles at its MOT on 3 Jul 2026, an average of 2,171 miles a year.
Has LB08 AYM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 AYM has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LB08 AYM 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 LB08 AYM find?
LB08 AYM passed its latest MOT on 3 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe.

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