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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,422 cc

LB08 SGXMOT history

LB08 SGX is a grey diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 27 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 152,037 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 May 2027
Mileage
152,037 mi
At MOT on 11 May 2026
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,739 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 SGX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,422 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 May 2027
Latest MOT test
11 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 SGX was last recorded at 152,037 miles on 11 May 2026, 16 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,021 miles · 29 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
16 miles
Average per year
7,739 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 152,037 miles
  • 2025 – 148,636 miles
  • 2024 – 145,577 miles
  • 2023 – 144,222 miles
  • 2022 – 141,053 miles
  • 2021 – 137,783 miles
  • 2020 – 136,418 miles
  • 2019 – 130,348 miles
  • 2017 – 114,739 miles
  • 2016 – 99,770 miles
  • 2015 – 92,141 miles
  • 2014 – 85,140 miles
  • 2013 – 75,713 miles
  • 2012 – 60,030 miles
  • 2011 – 37,479 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,037 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

Full MOT history

26 tests since 21 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,037 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2027
    Odometer
    152,037 miles
    Test number
    969076132407
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail152,021 miles (+3,385)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,021 miles
    Test number
    974956579535
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass148,636 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2026
    Odometer
    148,636 miles
    Test number
    107359458363
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail148,636 miles (+3,059)1 dangerous4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,636 miles
    Test number
    772988155244
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed split (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass145,577 miles (+1,355)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2025
    Odometer
    145,577 miles
    Test number
    957294016524
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  6. Pass144,222 miles (+58)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2024
    Odometer
    144,222 miles
    Test number
    161411275400
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail144,164 miles (+3,111)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,164 miles
    Test number
    904074837150
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass141,053 miles (+74)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    141,053 miles
    Test number
    932609214408
    • 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))

  9. Fail140,979 miles (+3,196)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,979 miles
    Test number
    321999695940
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  10. Pass137,783 miles (+59)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    137,783 miles
    Test number
    268870108925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail137,724 miles (+1,306)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,724 miles
    Test number
    119117495411
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases clamps (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass136,418 miles (+49)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    136,418 miles
    Test number
    448410977211
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail136,369 miles (+6,021)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,369 miles
    Test number
    988284199826
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass130,348 miles (+55)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    130,348 miles
    Test number
    393350896398
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Fail130,293 miles (+15,554)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,293 miles
    Test number
    579836054339
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass114,739 miles (+56)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    114,739 miles
    Test number
    949529453457
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  17. Fail114,683 miles (+14,913)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,683 miles
    Test number
    370652290268
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit very close (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  18. Pass99,770 miles (+7,629)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    99,770 miles
    Test number
    829582012412
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass92,141 miles (+7,001)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    92,141 miles
    Test number
    767160481064
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully check rear centre seat belt due to seat cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass85,140 miles (+9,427)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    85,140 miles
    Test number
    785703234243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOil leak on gearbox

  21. Pass75,713 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    75,713 miles
    Test number
    758694913253
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Fail75,696 miles (+15,666)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,696 miles
    Test number
    257283313211
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Pass60,030 miles (+22,551)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    60,030 miles
    Test number
    207570902248
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres starting to perrish slightly
    • NoteFront brake discs worn

  24. Pass37,479 miles (+664)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    37,479 miles
    Test number
    369818221284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail36,815 miles4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,815 miles
    Test number
    428052971114
    • Repaired at testNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass36,815 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    36,815 miles
    Test number
    966532071115
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about LB08 SGX

Does LB08 SGX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 SGX is valid until 27 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 SGX?
The MOT on LB08 SGX is valid until 27 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 SGX done?
LB08 SGX was recorded at 152,037 miles at its MOT on 11 May 2026, an average of 7,739 miles a year.
Has LB08 SGX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 SGX has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LB08 SGX 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 SGX find?
LB08 SGX passed its latest MOT on 11 May 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front lower anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive.

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