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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,198 cc

LC08 OPFMOT history

LC08 OPF is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 29 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 55,200 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2026.

LC08 OPF black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jan 2027
Mileage
55,200 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,301 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC08 OPF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
29 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC08 OPF was last recorded at 55,200 miles on 29 Jan 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,194 miles · 11 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
2,301 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 55,200 miles
  • 2024 – 54,733 miles
  • 2023 – 54,251 miles
  • 2022 – 53,353 miles
  • 2021 – 51,533 miles
  • 2020 – 49,885 miles
  • 2019 – 47,750 miles
  • 2018 – 46,644 miles
  • 2017 – 43,812 miles
  • 2016 – 41,338 miles
  • 2015 – 38,114 miles
  • 2014 – 34,600 miles
  • 2013 – 31,479 miles
  • 2012 – 26,247 miles
  • 2011 – 21,284 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,200 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

21 tests since 5 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,200 miles (+6)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    55,200 miles
    Test number
    207264152924
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  2. Fail55,194 miles (+461)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,194 miles
    Test number
    971486062104
    • MajorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
  3. Pass54,733 miles (+482)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    54,733 miles
    Test number
    266816520930
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake light switch slightly worn
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Pass54,251 miles (+898)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    54,251 miles
    Test number
    118964143737
    • AdvisoryHydraulic brake cylinder not excessive but advise adjustment (1.1.16 (e) (i))
  5. Pass53,353 miles (+1,820)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    53,353 miles
    Test number
    993533386584
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. operation of the parking brake lever needs to be adjusted (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked, needs attention (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread has crack (0.1 (b))
  6. Pass51,533 miles (+1,648)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    51,533 miles
    Test number
    804736622244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass49,885 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    49,885 miles
    Test number
    659458546033
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail49,885 miles (+979)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,885 miles
    Test number
    401435420533
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorOffside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury sharp edge (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass48,906 miles (+1,156)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    48,906 miles
    Test number
    973324593670
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  10. Pass47,750 miles (+1,106)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    47,750 miles
    Test number
    143706856642

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass46,644 miles (+2,832)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    46,644 miles
    Test number
    840704466722
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  12. Pass43,812 miles (+2,474)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    43,812 miles
    Test number
    882969486428
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust system rear box deteriorated.
  13. Pass41,338 miles (+3,224)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    41,338 miles
    Test number
    246646927769
    • AdvisoryExhaust system box deterioreted.
  14. Pass38,114 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    38,114 miles
    Test number
    759999525082
    • NoteAttention to the wheel alighment
  15. Fail38,114 miles (+3,514)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,114 miles
    Test number
    978939725029
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAttention to the wheel alighment
  16. Pass34,600 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    34,600 miles
    Test number
    126635414026
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Fail34,600 miles (+3,121)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,600 miles
    Test number
    867005314062
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass31,479 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    31,479 miles
    Test number
    559392463105
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
  19. Fail31,472 miles (+5,225)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,472 miles
    Test number
    607361763106
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
  20. Pass26,247 miles (+4,963)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2013
    Odometer
    26,247 miles
    Test number
    496531812104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass21,284 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    21,284 miles
    Test number
    636955921123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC08 OPF

Does LC08 OPF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC08 OPF is valid until 28 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC08 OPF?
The MOT on LC08 OPF is valid until 28 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC08 OPF done?
LC08 OPF was recorded at 55,200 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2026, an average of 2,301 miles a year.
Has LC08 OPF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC08 OPF has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LC08 OPF 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 OPF find?
LC08 OPF passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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