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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,198 cc

LB08 CFYMOT history

LB08 CFY is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 31 Oct 2026 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 76,287 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Oct 2026
Mileage
76,287 mi
At MOT on 1 Nov 2025
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,602 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 CFY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 CFY was last recorded at 76,287 miles on 1 Nov 2025, 5,739 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,548 miles · 30 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
5,739 miles
Average per year
3,602 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 76,287 miles
  • 2024 – 70,548 miles
  • 2023 – 67,234 miles
  • 2022 – 63,761 miles
  • 2021 – 60,976 miles
  • 2020 – 57,779 miles
  • 2019 – 54,768 miles
  • 2018 – 51,202 miles
  • 2017 – 46,826 miles
  • 2016 – 43,002 miles
  • 2015 – 41,406 miles
  • 2014 – 34,561 miles
  • 2013 – 33,919 miles
  • 2012 – 30,497 miles
  • 2011 – 24,626 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,287 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened surface (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

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 exhaust box corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

20 tests since 30 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,287 miles (+5,739)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    76,287 miles
    Test number
    198861792986
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened surface (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  2. Pass70,548 miles (+3,314)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    70,548 miles
    Test number
    815960418150
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened surface (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  3. Pass67,234 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    67,234 miles
    Test number
    107704271104
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded.

  4. Fail67,234 miles (+3,473)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,234 miles
    Test number
    704705224665
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded.

  5. Pass63,761 miles (+2,785)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    63,761 miles
    Test number
    360269619529
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded.

  6. Pass60,976 miles (+3,197)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    60,976 miles
    Test number
    447707196447
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  7. Pass57,779 miles (+3,011)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    57,779 miles
    Test number
    874713923840
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass54,768 miles (+3,566)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    54,768 miles
    Test number
    504238116123
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass51,202 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    51,202 miles
    Test number
    397604369524

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail51,202 miles (+4,376)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,202 miles
    Test number
    536549663728
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  11. Pass46,826 miles (+3,824)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    46,826 miles
    Test number
    737561252295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass43,002 miles (+1,596)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    43,002 miles
    Test number
    306675869882

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass41,406 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    41,406 miles
    Test number
    917157410573

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail41,406 miles (+6,845)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,406 miles
    Test number
    349058392180
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

  15. Pass34,561 miles (+642)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    34,561 miles
    Test number
    855593184103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass33,919 miles (+3,422)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    33,919 miles
    Test number
    867181623295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,497 miles (+299)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    30,497 miles
    Test number
    819686732246
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Fail30,198 miles (+5,572)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,198 miles
    Test number
    258088752128
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass24,626 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    24,626 miles
    Test number
    539021081102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail24,626 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,626 miles
    Test number
    888991481196
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about LB08 CFY

Does LB08 CFY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 CFY is valid until 31 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB08 CFY?
The MOT on LB08 CFY is valid until 31 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 CFY done?
LB08 CFY was recorded at 76,287 miles at its MOT on 1 Nov 2025, an average of 3,602 miles a year.
Has LB08 CFY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 CFY has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LB08 CFY 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 CFY find?
LB08 CFY passed its latest MOT on 1 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened surface; rear exhaust corroded.

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