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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,198 cc

LB08 ZTVMOT history

LB08 ZTV is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 27 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 19 Jul 2026 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 103,753 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Jul 2026
Mileage
103,753 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,187 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 ZTV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
27 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB08 ZTV was last recorded at 103,753 miles on 20 Jul 2026, 4,664 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,089 miles · 18 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
4,664 miles
Average per year
6,187 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,753 miles
  • 2025 – 99,089 miles
  • 2024 – 92,192 miles
  • 2023 – 83,012 miles
  • 2022 – 66,147 miles
  • 2021 – 60,711 miles
  • 2019 – 55,597 miles
  • 2018 – 42,938 miles
  • 2017 – 30,419 miles
  • 2016 – 23,617 miles
  • 2015 – 21,068 miles
  • 2014 – 19,183 miles
  • 2013 – 16,345 miles
  • 2012 – 13,957 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail103,753 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 14 Jan 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail103,753 miles (+4,664)1 dangerous6 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,753 miles
    Test number
    963276135136
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass99,089 miles (+39)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    99,089 miles
    Test number
    934174788566
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

  3. Fail99,050 miles (+6,858)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,050 miles
    Test number
    844938521574
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

  4. Pass92,192 miles (+4)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    92,192 miles
    Test number
    762525587827
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail92,188 miles (+9,176)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,188 miles
    Test number
    426772154332
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed engine noise whilst failing test (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass83,012 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    83,012 miles
    Test number
    729833093433
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail83,007 miles (+16,860)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,007 miles
    Test number
    654735989172
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryHand brake just has enough reserve travel at time of test

  8. Pass66,147 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    66,147 miles
    Test number
    260011251437
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail66,147 miles (+5,436)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,147 miles
    Test number
    181413951177
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass60,711 miles (+5,114)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    60,711 miles
    Test number
    767583935913

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass55,597 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    55,597 miles
    Test number
    342421997878
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pads 70% worn

  12. Fail55,597 miles (+12,659)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,597 miles
    Test number
    516929285203
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Added water (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working Replaced 501 bulb (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pads 70% worn

  13. Pass42,938 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    42,938 miles
    Test number
    896649571346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail42,938 miles (+12,519)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,938 miles
    Test number
    874247883849
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass30,419 miles (+6,802)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    30,419 miles
    Test number
    835166896790

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass23,617 miles (+78)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    23,617 miles
    Test number
    421525895702

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail23,539 miles (+2,471)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,539 miles
    Test number
    282275057828
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low Mount broken (1.8)

  18. Pass21,068 miles (+1,885)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    21,068 miles
    Test number
    168626215025
    • NoteEngine light on

  19. Pass19,183 miles (+2,838)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    19,183 miles
    Test number
    435290124071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine light on
    • NoteEngine misfire
    • NoteRear brakes noisy

  20. Pass16,345 miles (+2,388)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    16,345 miles
    Test number
    855022213091
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront discs worn

  21. Pass13,957 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    13,957 miles
    Test number
    349324212031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 ZTV

Does LB08 ZTV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 ZTV expired on 19 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 ZTV?
The MOT on LB08 ZTV expired on 19 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 ZTV done?
LB08 ZTV was recorded at 103,753 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2026, an average of 6,187 miles a year.
Has LB08 ZTV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 ZTV has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LB08 ZTV 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 ZTV find?
LB08 ZTV failed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 6 major defects and 1 minor defect: nearside front brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; brake lever has insufficient reserve travel; emissions unable to be completed, and 5 more.

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