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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,198 cc

LB08 JZFMOT history

LB08 JZF is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 6 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 28 Apr 2026 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 110,988 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Apr 2026
Mileage
110,988 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2025
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,502 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 JZF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
6 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 JZF was last recorded at 110,988 miles on 29 Apr 2025, 61 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,927 miles · 22 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
61 miles
Average per year
6,502 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 110,988 miles
  • 2024 – 106,548 miles
  • 2023 – 100,225 miles
  • 2021 – 93,036 miles
  • 2020 – 89,076 miles
  • 2019 – 80,946 miles
  • 2018 – 76,113 miles
  • 2017 – 72,194 miles
  • 2016 – 61,330 miles
  • 2015 – 49,927 miles
  • 2014 – 37,109 miles
  • 2013 – 36,258 miles
  • 2012 – 29,124 miles
  • 2011 – 20,464 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,988 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))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.

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi joint breaking up

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

19 tests since 28 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,988 miles (+61)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    110,988 miles
    Test number
    691704059085
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail110,927 miles (+4,379)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,927 miles
    Test number
    715381568778
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass106,548 miles (+6,323)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    106,548 miles
    Test number
    990011612005
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge STRONG ADVISE worn in edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output going cloudy (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge STRONG ADVISE worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output going cloudy (4.1.4 (b))
  4. Pass100,225 miles (+29)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    100,225 miles
    Test number
    101544254404
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi joint breaking up (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail100,196 miles (+7,160)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,196 miles
    Test number
    358880116952
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake valve leaking wheel cylinder (1.1.7 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi joint breaking up (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass93,036 miles (+22)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    93,036 miles
    Test number
    272462103889
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Fail93,014 miles (+3,938)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,014 miles
    Test number
    185015052649
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass89,076 miles (+8,130)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    89,076 miles
    Test number
    911756893764

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass80,946 miles (+4,833)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    80,946 miles
    Test number
    166573559401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass76,113 miles (+3,919)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    76,113 miles
    Test number
    942031534290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass72,194 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    72,194 miles
    Test number
    507201373226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail72,194 miles (+10,864)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,194 miles
    Test number
    699072794050
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  13. Pass61,330 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    61,330 miles
    Test number
    468562069738

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail61,330 miles (+11,403)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,330 miles
    Test number
    387867353200
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  15. Pass49,927 miles (+12,818)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    49,927 miles
    Test number
    358786015030
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  16. Pass37,109 miles (+851)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    37,109 miles
    Test number
    758207614086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass36,258 miles (+7,134)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    36,258 miles
    Test number
    886961913230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,124 miles (+8,660)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    29,124 miles
    Test number
    615585912206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass20,464 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    20,464 miles
    Test number
    968038541130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 JZF

Does LB08 JZF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 JZF expired on 28 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 JZF?
The MOT on LB08 JZF expired on 28 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 JZF done?
LB08 JZF was recorded at 110,988 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2025, an average of 6,502 miles a year.
Has LB08 JZF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 JZF has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LB08 JZF 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 JZF find?
LB08 JZF passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe deteriorated; nearside rear direction indicator slightly discoloured, and 2 more.

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