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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,390 cc

LB08 CHLMOT history

LB08 CHL is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 21 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 26 MOT tests, with 162,716 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Jan 2027
Mileage
162,716 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2026
MOT tests
26
14 passed · 12 failed
Per year
9,657 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 CHL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
21 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 CHL was last recorded at 162,716 miles on 14 Jan 2026, 7,500 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,216 miles · 9 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
7,500 miles
Average per year
9,657 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 162,716 miles
  • 2025 – 155,216 miles
  • 2024 – 148,471 miles
  • 2023 – 140,982 miles
  • 2022 – 128,824 miles
  • 2021 – 117,010 miles
  • 2019 – 106,173 miles
  • 2018 – 95,162 miles
  • 2017 – 78,415 miles
  • 2016 – 66,150 miles
  • 2015 – 55,409 miles
  • 2014 – 43,116 miles
  • 2012 – 31,163 miles
  • 2011 – 25,419 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,716 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust heat shield loose but not likely to fall off
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    Minor3 MOTs, 2025

  • Both rear suspension bump stops split

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 27 Oct 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,716 miles3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    162,716 miles
    Test number
    756711139947
    • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust heat shield loose but not likely to fall off
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail162,716 miles (+7,500)1 repaired3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,716 miles
    Test number
    235010920680
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust heat shield loose but not likely to fall off
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass155,216 miles (+30)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    155,216 miles
    Test number
    314329467519
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre

  4. Fail155,186 miles (+30)1 dangerous1 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,186 miles
    Test number
    301241890093
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  5. Fail155,156 miles (+6,685)1 dangerous2 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,156 miles
    Test number
    178660392026
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  6. Pass148,471 miles (+7,489)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    148,471 miles
    Test number
    664147282729
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop broken away
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bump stop broken away

  7. Pass140,982 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    140,982 miles
    Test number
    181068516381
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear suspension bump stops split
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail140,979 miles (+12,155)2 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,979 miles
    Test number
    325950813284
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear suspension bump stops split
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass128,824 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    128,824 miles
    Test number
    285376699155
    • AdvisoryBoth rear suspension bump stops split
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail128,818 miles (+11,808)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,818 miles
    Test number
    838402471502
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear suspension bump stops split
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass117,010 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    117,010 miles
    Test number
    453872599204
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear suspension bump stops split
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Fail117,004 miles (+10,831)1 dangerous2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,004 miles
    Test number
    653796820040
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear suspension bump stops split
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass106,173 miles (+11,011)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    106,173 miles
    Test number
    282683604562
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass95,162 miles (+3)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    95,162 miles
    Test number
    380824405231
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Fail95,159 miles (+16,744)2 dangerous3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,159 miles
    Test number
    170599832961
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Pass78,415 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2018
    Odometer
    78,415 miles
    Test number
    701699096513
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre mishapped
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Fail78,415 miles (+12,265)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,415 miles
    Test number
    445994100097
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre mishapped
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass66,150 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2017
    Odometer
    66,150 miles
    Test number
    364094933702
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Fail66,144 miles (+10,735)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,144 miles
    Test number
    551689300399
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Pass55,409 miles (+12,293)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2016
    Odometer
    55,409 miles
    Test number
    838795725130
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteEml on

  21. Pass43,116 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2015
    Odometer
    43,116 miles
    Test number
    857957224175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail43,111 miles (+11,948)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,111 miles
    Test number
    498767224153
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  23. Pass31,163 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    31,163 miles
    Test number
    648783892265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail31,157 miles (+5,738)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,157 miles
    Test number
    486993992207
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass25,419 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    25,419 miles
    Test number
    605140601371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail25,414 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,414 miles
    Test number
    968340801397
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LB08 CHL

Does LB08 CHL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 CHL is valid until 13 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 CHL?
The MOT on LB08 CHL is valid until 13 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 CHL done?
LB08 CHL was recorded at 162,716 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2026, an average of 9,657 miles a year.
Has LB08 CHL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 CHL has failed 12 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB08 CHL 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 CHL find?
LB08 CHL passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2026 with 3 minor defects and 8 advisories: nearside stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; offside stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view, and 8 more.

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