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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,198 cc

LB08 XLZMOT history

LB08 XLZ is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 27 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 26 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 55,961 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Aug 2027
Mileage
55,961 mi
At MOT on 24 Aug 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,287 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 XLZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
27 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 XLZ was last recorded at 55,961 miles on 24 Aug 2026, 2,939 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
53,022 miles · 20 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,939 miles
Average per year
3,287 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 55,961 miles
  • 2025 – 53,022 miles
  • 2024 – 50,032 miles
  • 2023 – 45,079 miles
  • 2022 – 40,951 miles
  • 2021 – 39,248 miles
  • 2020 – 39,072 miles
  • 2019 – 33,824 miles
  • 2018 – 31,178 miles
  • 2017 – 29,023 miles
  • 2016 – 25,693 miles
  • 2015 – 21,330 miles
  • 2014 – 17,558 miles
  • 2013 – 13,619 miles
  • 2012 – 9,904 miles
  • 2011 – 6,100 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,961 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Chip in windscreen

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2021

  • Rear exhaust rust

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside rear tyre devoid of tread inner edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 23 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,961 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    55,961 miles
    Test number
    986964714312
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail55,961 miles (+2,939)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,961 miles
    Test number
    403335921822
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass53,022 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    53,022 miles
    Test number
    323080361545
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail53,022 miles (+2,990)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,022 miles
    Test number
    209140974525
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass50,032 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    50,032 miles
    Test number
    640918372860
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail50,032 miles (+4,953)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,032 miles
    Test number
    882398010539
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass45,079 miles (+4,128)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    45,079 miles
    Test number
    232904264167
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass40,951 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    40,951 miles
    Test number
    813575353941
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail40,951 miles (+1,703)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,951 miles
    Test number
    211281417287
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass39,248 miles (+176)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    39,248 miles
    Test number
    920496004480
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryFront tyres 2mm inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre perished and 1.6mm inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre devoid of tread inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rust

  11. Pass39,072 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    39,072 miles
    Test number
    835681520060
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre perished and 1.6mm inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre devoid of tread inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rust

  12. Fail39,069 miles (+5,245)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,069 miles
    Test number
    637630103249
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre perished and 1.6mm inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre devoid of tread inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rust

  13. Pass33,824 miles (+2,646)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    33,824 miles
    Test number
    158344797253
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre 2mm inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre devoid of tread inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rust

  14. Pass31,178 miles (+2,155)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    31,178 miles
    Test number
    979505685930
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryChip in wndscreen
    • AdvisoryFront brakes worn
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rust

  15. Pass29,023 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    29,023 miles
    Test number
    986597829955
    • AdvisoryEngine Management Light Illuminated
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail29,023 miles (+3,330)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,023 miles
    Test number
    175962533052
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine Management Light Illuminated
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass25,693 miles (+4,363)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    25,693 miles
    Test number
    405924834892
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryAll tyres perished
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre devoid of tread outer edge

  18. Fail21,330 miles2 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,330 miles
    Test number
    418309105221
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteChip windscreen
    • NoteNearside front tyre 2mm
    • NoteTyres perished

  19. Pass21,330 miles (+3,772)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    21,330 miles
    Test number
    449709905267
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteChip windscreen
    • NoteNearside front tyre 2mm
    • NoteTyres perished

  20. Pass17,558 miles (+3,939)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    17,558 miles
    Test number
    775004924280
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass13,619 miles (+3,715)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    13,619 miles
    Test number
    399364113414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass9,904 miles (+3,804)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    9,904 miles
    Test number
    936061322284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass6,100 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    6,100 miles
    Test number
    736904771183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 XLZ

Does LB08 XLZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 XLZ is valid until 26 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 XLZ?
The MOT on LB08 XLZ is valid until 26 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 XLZ done?
LB08 XLZ was recorded at 55,961 miles at its MOT on 24 Aug 2026, an average of 3,287 miles a year.
Has LB08 XLZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 XLZ has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LB08 XLZ 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 XLZ find?
LB08 XLZ passed its latest MOT on 24 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 2 more.

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