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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,390 cc

LB08 VAHMOT history

LB08 VAH is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 27 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 9 Dec 2026 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 116,727 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Dec 2026
Mileage
116,727 mi
At MOT on 10 Dec 2025
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,085 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 VAH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
27 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 VAH was last recorded at 116,727 miles on 10 Dec 2025, 9,475 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Nov 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Jun 2012: 1,170 miles, lower than 13,649 miles on 24 May 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
107,252 miles · 29 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
9,475 miles
Average per year
7,085 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 116,727 miles
  • 2024 – 107,252 miles
  • 2023 – 98,568 miles
  • 2022 – 89,718 miles
  • 2021 – 83,924 miles
  • 2020 – 79,380 miles
  • 2019 – 72,791 miles
  • 2018 – 67,580 miles
  • 2017 – 62,131 miles
  • 2016 – 55,852 miles
  • 2015 – 47,703 miles
  • 2014 – 39,831 miles
  • 2013 – 34,296 miles
  • 2012 – 29,394 miles
  • 2011 – 13,649 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,727 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Windscreen stone chip

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Nearside Rear tyre wearing on outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass116,727 miles (+9,475)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    116,727 miles
    Test number
    748505938414
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass107,252 miles (+8,684)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    107,252 miles
    Test number
    172139515882
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass98,568 miles (+205)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    98,568 miles
    Test number
    218281073620
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail98,363 miles (+8,645)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,363 miles
    Test number
    511786358077
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing 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 edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass89,718 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    89,718 miles
    Test number
    628344941676
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Fail89,718 miles (+5,794)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,718 miles
    Test number
    925251208424
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPark brake efficiency weak

  7. Pass83,924 miles (+4,544)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    83,924 miles
    Test number
    749097645641
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass79,380 miles (+6,589)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    79,380 miles
    Test number
    706959032191
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass72,791 miles (+5,211)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    72,791 miles
    Test number
    168263995081
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHand brake travel high
    • AdvisoryWindscreen stone chip

  10. Pass67,580 miles (+5,449)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2019
    Odometer
    67,580 miles
    Test number
    543140578955
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Pass62,131 miles (+29)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2018
    Odometer
    62,131 miles
    Test number
    860155125731
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing on outer edge
    • AdvisoryWindscreen stone chip

  12. Fail62,102 miles (+6,250)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,102 miles
    Test number
    839645319576
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing on outer edge

  13. Pass55,852 miles (+8,149)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2017
    Odometer
    55,852 miles
    Test number
    451095972019
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn to 3mm and perished
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted

  14. Pass47,703 miles (+7,872)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2016
    Odometer
    47,703 miles
    Test number
    305879035174
    • NoteN/s wiper blade in poor condition

  15. Pass39,831 miles (+5,535)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    39,831 miles
    Test number
    497066954105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass34,296 miles (+4,902)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    34,296 miles
    Test number
    585722583197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass29,394 miles (+28,224)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    29,394 miles
    Test number
    797105682113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail1,170 miles (-12,479)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    1,170 miles
    Test number
    947641382114
    • FailureOffside Side repeater has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)

  19. Pass13,649 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2012
    Odometer
    13,649 miles
    Test number
    706374041198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 VAH

Does LB08 VAH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 VAH is valid until 9 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB08 VAH?
The MOT on LB08 VAH is valid until 9 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 VAH done?
LB08 VAH was recorded at 116,727 miles at its MOT on 10 Dec 2025, an average of 7,085 miles a year.
Has LB08 VAH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 VAH has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LB08 VAH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Jun 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB08 VAH find?
LB08 VAH passed its latest MOT on 10 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; oil leak, but not excessive.

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