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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,900 cc

LC08 FOFMOT history

LC08 FOF is a black diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 24 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 3 Dec 2026 and it has passed 15 of 27 MOT tests, with 94,399 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2025.

LC08 FOF black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Dec 2026
Mileage
94,399 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2025
MOT tests
27
15 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,032 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC08 FOF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,900 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
24 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC08 FOF was last recorded at 94,399 miles on 3 Dec 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,399 miles · 2 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,032 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 94,399 miles
  • 2024 – 93,793 miles
  • 2023 – 92,737 miles
  • 2022 – 89,781 miles
  • 2021 – 88,250 miles
  • 2020 – 87,768 miles
  • 2019 – 86,400 miles
  • 2017 – 78,344 miles
  • 2016 – 71,303 miles
  • 2015 – 67,987 miles
  • 2014 – 64,845 miles
  • 2013 – 53,896 miles
  • 2012 – 34,997 miles
  • 2011 – 21,070 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,399 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust box poor conditionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Exhaust corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Central Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 30 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,399 miles4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    94,399 miles
    Test number
    792797191123
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box poor condition

  2. Fail94,399 miles (+606)4 major4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,399 miles
    Test number
    959626710706
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant below min
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box poor condition

  3. Pass93,793 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    93,793 miles
    Test number
    590004556488
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail93,793 miles (+10)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,793 miles
    Test number
    388989593613
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front 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))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail93,783 miles (+1,046)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,783 miles
    Test number
    582281509037
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass92,737 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    92,737 miles
    Test number
    659919057939
    • 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))

  7. Fail92,732 miles (+2,951)1 dangerous6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,732 miles
    Test number
    768922430638
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass89,781 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    89,781 miles
    Test number
    546245939164
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  9. Fail89,781 miles (+1,531)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,781 miles
    Test number
    345402592420
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 195/55 R 15 H (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  10. Pass88,250 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    88,250 miles
    Test number
    137326360274
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Door mirror indicator lens broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer detreated

  11. Fail88,250 miles (+482)5 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,250 miles
    Test number
    977574077058
    • MajorFuel pipe leaking front of engine (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Door mirror indicator lens broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer detreated

  12. Pass87,768 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    87,768 miles
    Test number
    413479963259
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Recommend attention soon (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer casing corroded

  13. Fail87,740 miles (+1,340)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,740 miles
    Test number
    539183012860
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit Plate limit 0.80 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Recommend attention soon (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer casing corroded

  14. Pass86,400 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    86,400 miles
    Test number
    749952421643
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs poor
    • AdvisoryRear tyres starting to perish/wearing unevenly
    • AdvisorySilencer box very rusty/poor condition
    • AdvisoryUnder bonnet fuel smell

  15. Fail86,400 miles (+8,056)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,400 miles
    Test number
    160067748168
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs poor
    • AdvisoryRear tyres starting to perish/wearing unevenly
    • AdvisorySilencer box very rusty/poor condition
    • AdvisoryUnder bonnet fuel smell

  16. Pass78,344 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    78,344 miles
    Test number
    187196416847
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryVehicle undertrays and covers fitted

  17. Fail78,344 miles (+7,041)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,344 miles
    Test number
    266296876358
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryVehicle undertrays and covers fitted

  18. Pass71,303 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    71,303 miles
    Test number
    662668108038
    • AdvisoryAir bag light does not cycle
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner wishbone bushes detiating and getting weak
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake inner faces rusty
    • AdvisoryCentre rear seatbelt stalk outer case broken
    • AdvisoryFront no plate deteriated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box rusting

  19. Fail71,303 miles (+3,316)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,303 miles
    Test number
    711243566607
    • FailureNearside Side repeater excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryAir bag light does not cycle
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner wishbone bushes detiating and getting weak
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake inner faces rusty
    • AdvisoryCentre rear seatbelt stalk outer case broken
    • AdvisoryFront no plate deteriated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box rusting

  20. Pass67,987 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    67,987 miles
    Test number
    335743015269
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Fail67,987 miles (+3,142)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,987 miles
    Test number
    746063815251
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  22. Pass64,845 miles (+10,949)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2015
    Odometer
    64,845 miles
    Test number
    168973034142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass53,896 miles (+18,899)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    53,896 miles
    Test number
    566655303157
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Pass34,997 miles (+13,927)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    34,997 miles
    Test number
    259597402418
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front and both rear tyres perishing.

  25. Pass21,070 miles (+540)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    21,070 miles
    Test number
    425286411173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass20,530 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    20,530 miles
    Test number
    329219381079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail20,530 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,530 miles
    Test number
    246119281000
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Questions about LC08 FOF

Does LC08 FOF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC08 FOF is valid until 3 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LC08 FOF?
The MOT on LC08 FOF is valid until 3 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC08 FOF done?
LC08 FOF was recorded at 94,399 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2025, an average of 5,032 miles a year.
Has LC08 FOF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC08 FOF has failed 12 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LC08 FOF 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 LC08 FOF find?
LC08 FOF passed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2025 with 4 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; offside headlamp lens slightly defective, and 4 more.

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