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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,390 cc

LB08 ZVJMOT history

LB08 ZVJ is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 11 Aug 2008. Its MOT is valid until 16 Dec 2026 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 83,599 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Dec 2026
Mileage
83,599 mi
At MOT on 17 Dec 2025
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,040 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 ZVJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
11 Aug 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 ZVJ was last recorded at 83,599 miles on 17 Dec 2025, 6,619 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,980 miles · 27 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
6,619 miles
Average per year
4,040 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 83,599 miles
  • 2024 – 70,940 miles
  • 2023 – 64,504 miles
  • 2022 – 52,666 miles
  • 2021 – 42,521 miles
  • 2020 – 42,510 miles
  • 2019 – 41,164 miles
  • 2017 – 34,856 miles
  • 2016 – 34,501 miles
  • 2015 – 34,271 miles
  • 2014 – 34,021 miles
  • 2013 – 32,540 miles
  • 2012 – 29,712 miles
  • 2011 – 24,607 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,599 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Front tyre is wearing on the outer edge and has cuts in the sidewall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front tyre has small cuts in the sidewall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear tyre has a cut in the sidewall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 11 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,599 miles (+6,619)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    83,599 miles
    Test number
    512852867008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass76,980 miles (+6,040)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    76,980 miles
    Test number
    524079715174
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass70,940 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    70,940 miles
    Test number
    487221132701

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail70,940 miles (+6,436)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,940 miles
    Test number
    979123421312
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened O/S & N/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick O/S & N/S (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass64,504 miles (+11,838)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    64,504 miles
    Test number
    652316319954

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass52,666 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    52,666 miles
    Test number
    457274745326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail52,664 miles (+10,143)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,664 miles
    Test number
    660481781933
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass42,521 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    42,521 miles
    Test number
    258049692100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass42,510 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    42,510 miles
    Test number
    819553549823
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre is wearing on the outer edge and has cuts in the sidewall
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has small cuts in the sidewall
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has a cut in the sidewall

  10. Fail42,510 miles (+1,346)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,510 miles
    Test number
    462418752861
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre is wearing on the outer edge and has cuts in the sidewall
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has small cuts in the sidewall
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has a cut in the sidewall

  11. Pass41,164 miles (+6,308)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    41,164 miles
    Test number
    334992067225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass34,856 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    34,856 miles
    Test number
    538351442623
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater obscured but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2d)

  13. Fail34,856 miles (+355)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,856 miles
    Test number
    366092203694
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater obscured but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2d)

  14. Pass34,501 miles (+230)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2017
    Odometer
    34,501 miles
    Test number
    500022420289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass34,271 miles (+250)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2016
    Odometer
    34,271 miles
    Test number
    878871845145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail34,021 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,021 miles
    Test number
    299032524420
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  17. Pass34,021 miles (+1,481)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2015
    Odometer
    34,021 miles
    Test number
    686222524148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass32,540 miles (+2,828)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2014
    Odometer
    32,540 miles
    Test number
    106666133176
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass29,712 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2013
    Odometer
    29,712 miles
    Test number
    208656542415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail29,712 miles (+5,105)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,712 miles
    Test number
    159006442180
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  21. Pass24,607 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2012
    Odometer
    24,607 miles
    Test number
    578372631152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail24,607 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,607 miles
    Test number
    745451131159
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about LB08 ZVJ

Does LB08 ZVJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 ZVJ is valid until 16 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB08 ZVJ?
The MOT on LB08 ZVJ is valid until 16 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 ZVJ done?
LB08 ZVJ was recorded at 83,599 miles at its MOT on 17 Dec 2025, an average of 4,040 miles a year.
Has LB08 ZVJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 ZVJ has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LB08 ZVJ 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 ZVJ find?
LB08 ZVJ passed its latest MOT on 17 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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