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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,390 cc

LB08 SKVMOT history

LB08 SKV is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 7 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 112,621 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Feb 2027
Mileage
112,621 mi
At MOT on 8 Feb 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,766 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 SKV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 SKV was last recorded at 112,621 miles on 8 Feb 2026, 26 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,595 miles · 5 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
26 miles
Average per year
6,766 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,621 miles
  • 2025 – 105,723 miles
  • 2024 – 96,579 miles
  • 2023 – 88,889 miles
  • 2022 – 82,251 miles
  • 2020 – 75,962 miles
  • 2019 – 67,397 miles
  • 2018 – 58,873 miles
  • 2017 – 48,502 miles
  • 2016 – 35,760 miles
  • 2015 – 31,198 miles
  • 2014 – 26,463 miles
  • 2013 – 22,013 miles
  • 2012 – 18,139 miles
  • 2011 – 13,495 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,621 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

Full MOT history

21 tests since 16 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,621 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    112,621 miles
    Test number
    713973933043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail112,595 miles (+6,872)2 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,595 miles
    Test number
    105959194098
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  3. Pass105,723 miles (+9,144)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    105,723 miles
    Test number
    303429192544
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  4. Pass96,579 miles (+82)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    96,579 miles
    Test number
    850908280570

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail96,497 miles (+7,608)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,497 miles
    Test number
    904612023065
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  6. Pass88,889 miles (+6,638)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    88,889 miles
    Test number
    444002757412
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass82,251 miles (+6,289)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    82,251 miles
    Test number
    946309347801
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass75,962 miles (+8,565)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    75,962 miles
    Test number
    564858048181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass67,397 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    67,397 miles
    Test number
    773703101722
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Fail67,397 miles (+8,524)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,397 miles
    Test number
    346778078440
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass58,873 miles (+10,371)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    58,873 miles
    Test number
    948573372880
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi and deteriorated. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre starting to wear centre of tread.
  12. Pass48,502 miles (+12,742)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    48,502 miles
    Test number
    359508500832

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass35,760 miles (+4,562)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    35,760 miles
    Test number
    806521763503
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower arm rear bushes worn
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre worn close to limit (195/55/15 )
  14. Pass31,198 miles (+4,735)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    31,198 miles
    Test number
    297860275442
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  15. Pass26,463 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    26,463 miles
    Test number
    348351974129
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)
  16. Fail26,463 miles (+4,450)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,463 miles
    Test number
    707431574198
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)
  17. Fail22,013 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,013 miles
    Test number
    377270353139
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass22,013 miles (+3,874)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    22,013 miles
    Test number
    867120353171
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Pass18,139 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    18,139 miles
    Test number
    265243772419
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
  20. Fail18,139 miles (+4,644)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,139 miles
    Test number
    705263472152
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
  21. Pass13,495 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    13,495 miles
    Test number
    316957861110
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Questions about LB08 SKV

Does LB08 SKV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 SKV is valid until 7 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 SKV?
The MOT on LB08 SKV is valid until 7 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 SKV done?
LB08 SKV was recorded at 112,621 miles at its MOT on 8 Feb 2026, an average of 6,766 miles a year.
Has LB08 SKV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 SKV has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LB08 SKV 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 SKV find?
LB08 SKV passed its latest MOT on 8 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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