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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,390 cc

LB08 WZVMOT history

LB08 WZV is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 25 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 19 Dec 2026 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 110,746 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Dec 2026
Mileage
110,746 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2025
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,415 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 WZV
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
25 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 WZV was last recorded at 110,746 miles on 12 Dec 2025, 2,562 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,184 miles · 3 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,562 miles
Average per year
6,415 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 110,746 miles
  • 2024 – 108,184 miles
  • 2023 – 103,363 miles
  • 2022 – 95,268 miles
  • 2021 – 88,176 miles
  • 2019 – 69,549 miles
  • 2018 – 65,674 miles
  • 2017 – 57,639 miles
  • 2016 – 52,313 miles
  • 2015 – 43,925 miles
  • 2014 – 36,697 miles
  • 2013 – 30,596 miles
  • 2012 – 23,256 miles
  • 2011 – 18,396 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,746 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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.

  • Coolant leak from radiator

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear exhaust box outer skin corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside indicator unit on mirror houses damaged but still working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass110,746 miles (+2,562)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    110,746 miles
    Test number
    215828027656
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass108,184 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    108,184 miles
    Test number
    431060134055
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal spongy

  3. Fail108,182 miles (+4,819)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,182 miles
    Test number
    483619579451
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal spongy

  4. Pass103,363 miles (+8,095)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    103,363 miles
    Test number
    999247903578
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass95,268 miles (+7,092)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    95,268 miles
    Test number
    223980679132
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Pass88,176 miles (+6,018)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    88,176 miles
    Test number
    664438625352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass82,158 miles (+12,609)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    82,158 miles
    Test number
    965193029510
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass69,549 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    69,549 miles
    Test number
    333834250966

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail69,549 miles (+3,875)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,549 miles
    Test number
    235318074588
    • MajorSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) n/s rack end (2.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass65,674 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    65,674 miles
    Test number
    542354425264
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak from radiator
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin corroded

  11. Fail65,672 miles (+8,033)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,672 miles
    Test number
    386320600402
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak from radiator
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin corroded

  12. Pass57,639 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    57,639 miles
    Test number
    813835824853
    • AdvisoryOffside indicator unit on mirror houses damaged but still working

  13. Fail57,638 miles (+5,325)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,638 miles
    Test number
    591717633783
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside indicator unit on mirror houses damaged but still working
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  14. Pass52,313 miles (+8,388)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    52,313 miles
    Test number
    819204776967

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass43,925 miles (+7,228)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    43,925 miles
    Test number
    345400187998

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass36,697 miles (+6,101)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    36,697 miles
    Test number
    646203704217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,596 miles (+7,340)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    30,596 miles
    Test number
    709852013272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass23,256 miles (+4,860)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    23,256 miles
    Test number
    727199392144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass18,396 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    18,396 miles
    Test number
    315382401458
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Questions about LB08 WZV

Does LB08 WZV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 WZV is valid until 19 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB08 WZV?
The MOT on LB08 WZV is valid until 19 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 WZV done?
LB08 WZV was recorded at 110,746 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2025, an average of 6,415 miles a year.
Has LB08 WZV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 WZV has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LB08 WZV 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 WZV find?
LB08 WZV passed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2025 with 3 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 2 more.

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