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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,390 cc

LB08 YMLMOT history

LB08 YML is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 16 Jul 2008. Its MOT expired on 29 May 2026 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 89,379 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 29 May 2026
Mileage
89,379 mi
At MOT on 14 May 2025
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,626 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 YML
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
16 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 May 2026
Latest MOT test
14 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 YML was last recorded at 89,379 miles on 14 May 2025, 9,588 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,791 miles · 30 May 2024
Between the last two tests
9,588 miles
Average per year
4,626 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 89,379 miles
  • 2024 – 79,791 miles
  • 2023 – 76,861 miles
  • 2022 – 74,118 miles
  • 2021 – 70,894 miles
  • 2020 – 68,394 miles
  • 2019 – 65,444 miles
  • 2018 – 61,993 miles
  • 2017 – 58,150 miles
  • 2016 – 52,944 miles
  • 2015 – 46,281 miles
  • 2014 – 42,629 miles
  • 2013 – 37,445 miles
  • 2012 – 32,559 miles
  • 2011 – 26,072 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,379 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 7 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,379 miles (+9,588)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2026
    Odometer
    89,379 miles
    Test number
    164003648257
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass79,791 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2025
    Odometer
    79,791 miles
    Test number
    620193889396
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySlight damage offside repeater lens

  3. Fail79,791 miles (+2,930)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,791 miles
    Test number
    408511155802
    • Repaired at testNearside 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySlight damage offside repeater lens

  4. Pass76,861 miles (+2,743)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    76,861 miles
    Test number
    286487555235
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass74,118 miles (+3,224)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    74,118 miles
    Test number
    271433798130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass70,894 miles (+2,500)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    70,894 miles
    Test number
    459309235004
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass68,394 miles (+2,950)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    68,394 miles
    Test number
    219643651513
    • 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))

  8. Pass65,444 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    65,444 miles
    Test number
    966037701010
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail65,444 miles (+3,451)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,444 miles
    Test number
    832180928986
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass61,993 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    61,993 miles
    Test number
    512123510396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail61,992 miles (+3,842)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,992 miles
    Test number
    799070060642
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass58,150 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    58,150 miles
    Test number
    818867239318
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear (2.5.A.1c)

  13. Fail58,149 miles (+5,205)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,149 miles
    Test number
    865368561253
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear (2.5.A.1c)

  14. Pass52,944 miles (+6,663)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    52,944 miles
    Test number
    940939293855
    • AdvisoryCracking to to both front tyres

  15. Pass46,281 miles (+3,652)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    46,281 miles
    Test number
    130911346501

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass42,629 miles (+5,184)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    42,629 miles
    Test number
    819026244246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail37,445 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,445 miles
    Test number
    709093333234
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Lower Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNear side rear tyre starting to go out of shape

  18. Pass37,445 miles (+4,886)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    37,445 miles
    Test number
    739983633263
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNear side rear tyre starting to go out of shape

  19. Pass32,559 miles (+6,487)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    32,559 miles
    Test number
    166200752250
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass26,072 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    26,072 miles
    Test number
    335310251229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail26,072 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,072 miles
    Test number
    899000451271
    • 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)

Questions about LB08 YML

Does LB08 YML currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 YML expired on 29 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 YML?
The MOT on LB08 YML expired on 29 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 YML done?
LB08 YML was recorded at 89,379 miles at its MOT on 14 May 2025, an average of 4,626 miles a year.
Has LB08 YML ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 YML has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 30 May 2024.
Has the mileage on LB08 YML 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 YML find?
LB08 YML passed its latest MOT on 14 May 2025 with 1 advisory: nearside track rod end ball joint has slight play.

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