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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,390 cc

LB08 SGUMOT history

LB08 SGU is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 23 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 6 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 94,729 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Nov 2026
Mileage
94,729 mi
At MOT on 7 Nov 2025
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,982 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 SGU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
23 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 SGU was last recorded at 94,729 miles on 7 Nov 2025, 16 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,713 miles · 25 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
16 miles
Average per year
5,982 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 94,729 miles
  • 2024 – 91,100 miles
  • 2023 – 86,261 miles
  • 2022 – 84,034 miles
  • 2021 – 82,251 miles
  • 2020 – 78,727 miles
  • 2019 – 65,541 miles
  • 2018 – 55,606 miles
  • 2017 – 43,394 miles
  • 2016 – 29,505 miles
  • 2015 – 15,863 miles
  • 2014 – 11,207 miles
  • 2013 – 11,140 miles
  • 2012 – 11,068 miles
  • 2011 – 9,042 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,729 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryEngine oil sump corroded and starting to leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside front brake wear indicator brokenRecorded 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 Headlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing between tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29%

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside front electronic brake wear indicator boken and light on on dash

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 12 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,729 miles (+16)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    94,729 miles
    Test number
    580937436694
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil sump corroded and starting to leak
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake wear indicator broken

  2. Fail94,713 miles (+3,613)1 dangerous2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,713 miles
    Test number
    372747627328
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil sump corroded and starting to leak
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake wear indicator broken

  3. Pass91,100 miles (+4)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    91,100 miles
    Test number
    481011114830
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge shoulders (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front electronic brake wear indicator boken and light on on dash

  4. Fail91,096 miles (+4,835)1 dangerous1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,096 miles
    Test number
    508604113585
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced in door mirror (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge shoulders (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front electronic brake wear indicator boken and light on on dash

  5. Pass86,261 miles (+2,227)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    86,261 miles
    Test number
    621758468740
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Pass84,034 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    84,034 miles
    Test number
    439824283858
    • AdvisoryFront brake pad light on but pads look good
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail84,034 miles (+1,783)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,034 miles
    Test number
    628184896253
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (rear) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pad light on but pads look good
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (rear) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass82,251 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    82,251 miles
    Test number
    111699553145
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement recommended (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement recommended (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail82,251 miles (+3,524)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,251 miles
    Test number
    280996244817
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working motor or regulator seized (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement recommended (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement recommended (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass78,727 miles (+13,186)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    78,727 miles
    Test number
    342036959959
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower track control arm bush deteriorating

  11. Pass65,541 miles (+9,935)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    65,541 miles
    Test number
    914545464912

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass55,606 miles (+12,212)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    55,606 miles
    Test number
    213838919714
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass43,394 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    43,394 miles
    Test number
    529667120088
    • AdvisoryCovers and under trays fitted some under vehicle components not checked
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted some under bonnet components not checked
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre staring to distort
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  14. Fail43,394 miles (+13,889)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,394 miles
    Test number
    304854669537
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryCovers and under trays fitted some under vehicle components not checked
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted some under bonnet components not checked
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre staring to distort
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  15. Pass29,505 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    29,505 miles
    Test number
    850655737413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail29,505 miles (+13,642)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,505 miles
    Test number
    769031625207
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)

  17. Fail15,863 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,863 miles
    Test number
    275721375126
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished on outer edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished on outer edge

  18. Pass15,863 miles (+4,656)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    15,863 miles
    Test number
    586251875188
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished on outer edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished on outer edge

  19. Pass11,207 miles (+67)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    11,207 miles
    Test number
    125855474133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass11,140 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    11,140 miles
    Test number
    978331073146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail11,140 miles (+72)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,140 miles
    Test number
    266911473434
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  22. Pass11,068 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    11,068 miles
    Test number
    179498572176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail11,068 miles (+2,026)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,068 miles
    Test number
    735008272121
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  24. Pass9,042 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    9,042 miles
    Test number
    307773091148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 SGU

Does LB08 SGU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 SGU is valid until 6 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB08 SGU?
The MOT on LB08 SGU is valid until 6 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 SGU done?
LB08 SGU was recorded at 94,729 miles at its MOT on 7 Nov 2025, an average of 5,982 miles a year.
Has LB08 SGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 SGU has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LB08 SGU 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 SGU find?
LB08 SGU passed its latest MOT on 7 Nov 2025 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside; nearside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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