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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,198 cc

LB08 REUMOT history

LB08 REU is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 16 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 132,227 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jul 2027
Mileage
132,227 mi
At MOT on 16 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,751 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 REU
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
16 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 REU was last recorded at 132,227 miles on 16 Jul 2026, 4,378 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jun 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Jun 2012: 28,399 miles, lower than 75,258 miles on 14 Jun 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
127,849 miles · 30 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
4,378 miles
Average per year
7,751 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,227 miles
  • 2025 – 127,849 miles
  • 2024 – 121,970 miles
  • 2023 – 116,207 miles
  • 2022 – 111,101 miles
  • 2021 – 106,630 miles
  • 2020 – 104,326 miles
  • 2019 – 100,425 miles
  • 2018 – 97,439 miles
  • 2017 – 92,561 miles
  • 2016 – 84,154 miles
  • 2015 – 71,600 miles
  • 2014 – 56,422 miles
  • 2013 – 42,099 miles
  • 2012 – 28,399 miles
  • 2011 – 75,258 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,227 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

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 Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

22 tests since 13 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,227 miles (+4,378)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    132,227 miles
    Test number
    406498191200
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass127,849 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    127,849 miles
    Test number
    178058939237
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side Mirror Case Missing

  3. Fail127,849 miles (+5,879)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,849 miles
    Test number
    519068857076
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side Mirror Case Missing

  4. Pass121,970 miles (+5,763)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    121,970 miles
    Test number
    932926064856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass116,207 miles (+5,106)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    116,207 miles
    Test number
    982355626655
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass111,101 miles (+4,471)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    111,101 miles
    Test number
    791251623361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass106,630 miles (+2,304)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    106,630 miles
    Test number
    510975053368
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySmall chip on windscreen

  8. Pass104,326 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    104,326 miles
    Test number
    966665892470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail104,326 miles (+3,901)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,326 miles
    Test number
    869348174945
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass100,425 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    100,425 miles
    Test number
    282773743506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail100,425 miles (+2,986)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,425 miles
    Test number
    432620769308
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass97,439 miles (+4,878)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    97,439 miles
    Test number
    400773527003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass92,561 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    92,561 miles
    Test number
    228433355919
    • AdvisoryBoth front wipers are starting to smear.
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal is slightly spongy.
    • AdvisoryFront screen is chipped in two places.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear lower position lamp is not working.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on inner edge. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear shocker bump stop is split.
    • AdvisoryOne high level brake light LED is not working.

  14. Fail92,561 miles (+8,407)2 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,561 miles
    Test number
    840001525164
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBoth front wipers are starting to smear.
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal is slightly spongy.
    • AdvisoryFront screen is chipped in two places.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear lower position lamp is not working.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on inner edge. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear shocker bump stop is split.
    • AdvisoryOne high level brake light LED is not working.

  15. Pass84,154 miles (+12,554)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    84,154 miles
    Test number
    193271558490
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread small crack (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake grabbing lightly

  16. Pass71,600 miles (+15,178)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    71,600 miles
    Test number
    899304075171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteWipers smear slightly.

  17. Pass56,422 miles (+14,323)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    56,422 miles
    Test number
    715159264185
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront lower wishbones rear bushes not fitted correctly misaligned.
    • NoteWipers smear slightly.

  18. Pass42,099 miles (+13,700)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    42,099 miles
    Test number
    836389863125
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Fail28,399 miles2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,399 miles
    Test number
    348198472114
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteMuddy underside.
    • NoteSlight movement in o/s steering rack while shacked.

  20. Pass28,399 miles (-46,859)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    28,399 miles
    Test number
    437988072167
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteMuddy underside.
    • NoteSlight movement in o/s steering rack while shacked.

  21. Pass75,258 miles (+60,000)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    75,258 miles
    Test number
    766865661126
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteThe nearside front tyre tread is bald on the outer edge.
    • NoteThe offside front tyre tread is almost bald on the outer edge.

  22. Fail15,258 miles1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,258 miles
    Test number
    895284461120
    • FailureBrake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteThe nearside front tyre tread is bald on the outer edge.
    • NoteThe offside front tyre tread is almost bald on the outer edge.

Questions about LB08 REU

Does LB08 REU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 REU is valid until 19 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 REU?
The MOT on LB08 REU is valid until 19 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 REU done?
LB08 REU was recorded at 132,227 miles at its MOT on 16 Jul 2026, an average of 7,751 miles a year.
Has LB08 REU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 REU has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on LB08 REU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Jun 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB08 REU find?
LB08 REU passed its latest MOT on 16 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides.

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