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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,198 cc

LB08 OXNMOT history

LB08 OXN is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 13 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 9 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 147,971 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Sept 2027
Mileage
147,971 mi
At MOT on 10 Sept 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,526 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 OXN
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
13 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 OXN was last recorded at 147,971 miles on 10 Sept 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,970 miles · 9 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
7,526 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,971 miles
  • 2025 – 146,202 miles
  • 2024 – 144,615 miles
  • 2023 – 138,998 miles
  • 2022 – 129,409 miles
  • 2021 – 117,863 miles
  • 2020 – 111,536 miles
  • 2019 – 103,096 miles
  • 2018 – 94,984 miles
  • 2017 – 87,056 miles
  • 2016 – 79,792 miles
  • 2015 – 72,835 miles
  • 2014 – 66,412 miles
  • 2013 – 56,529 miles
  • 2012 – 45,542 miles
  • 2011 – 33,009 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,971 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both rear (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 2 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,971 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    147,971 miles
    Test number
    262937712043
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded.
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both rear (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  2. Fail147,970 miles (+1,768)4 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,970 miles
    Test number
    408778890755
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Both rear (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass146,202 miles (+1,587)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    146,202 miles
    Test number
    984505546118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass144,615 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    144,615 miles
    Test number
    848035498557
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play drop link ball joint has play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  5. Fail144,615 miles (+5,617)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,615 miles
    Test number
    412899667132
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working no water in washer bottle (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play drop link ball joint has play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  6. Pass138,998 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    138,998 miles
    Test number
    652718484025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail138,998 miles (+9,589)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,998 miles
    Test number
    117122458984
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass129,409 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    129,409 miles
    Test number
    971393581848
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail129,409 miles (+2,885)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,409 miles
    Test number
    710009252954
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass126,524 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    126,524 miles
    Test number
    542139322890
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail126,524 miles (+8,661)5 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,524 miles
    Test number
    818082712959
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass117,863 miles (+6,327)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    117,863 miles
    Test number
    901078380484
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass111,536 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    111,536 miles
    Test number
    304205810308
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  14. Fail111,536 miles (+8,440)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,536 miles
    Test number
    257140682515
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  15. Pass103,096 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    103,096 miles
    Test number
    543578839112
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases down pipe (6.1.2 (a))

  16. Fail103,096 miles (+8,112)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,096 miles
    Test number
    700764461522
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases down pipe (6.1.2 (a))

  17. Pass94,984 miles (+7,928)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    94,984 miles
    Test number
    199205540003
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  18. Pass87,056 miles (+7,264)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    87,056 miles
    Test number
    257041891256
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass79,792 miles (+6,957)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    79,792 miles
    Test number
    870800687767

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail72,835 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,835 miles
    Test number
    109258635151
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  21. Pass72,835 miles (+6,423)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    72,835 miles
    Test number
    185108635159
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  22. Pass66,412 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    66,412 miles
    Test number
    766711444165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  23. Fail66,395 miles (+9,866)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,395 miles
    Test number
    209680844454
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  24. Pass56,529 miles (+10,987)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    56,529 miles
    Test number
    757053743139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass45,542 miles (+12,533)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    45,542 miles
    Test number
    407941052192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass33,009 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    33,009 miles
    Test number
    989783651165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 OXN

Does LB08 OXN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 OXN is valid until 9 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 OXN?
The MOT on LB08 OXN is valid until 9 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 OXN done?
LB08 OXN was recorded at 147,971 miles at its MOT on 10 Sept 2026, an average of 7,526 miles a year.
Has LB08 OXN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 OXN has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LB08 OXN 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 OXN find?
LB08 OXN passed its latest MOT on 10 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: exhaust system corroded.; front oil leak, but not excessive; rear axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both rear.

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