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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,390 cc

LC08 XYHMOT history

LC08 XYH is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 24 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 31 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 57,342 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jun 2026.

LC08 XYH grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 31 May 2027
Mileage
57,342 mi
At MOT on 1 Jun 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,647 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC08 XYH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
24 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 May 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC08 XYH was last recorded at 57,342 miles on 1 Jun 2026, 1,885 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,457 miles · 16 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,885 miles
Average per year
2,647 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 57,342 miles
  • 2025 – 55,457 miles
  • 2024 – 54,178 miles
  • 2023 – 52,162 miles
  • 2022 – 50,482 miles
  • 2021 – 48,905 miles
  • 2020 – 47,544 miles
  • 2019 – 41,411 miles
  • 2018 – 37,005 miles
  • 2017 – 32,983 miles
  • 2016 – 29,256 miles
  • 2015 – 27,227 miles
  • 2014 – 26,454 miles
  • 2013 – 23,768 miles
  • 2012 – 21,800 miles
  • 2011 – 17,431 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,342 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryUnderbody covered in underseal

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.

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

19 tests since 4 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass57,342 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2027
    Odometer
    57,342 miles
    Test number
    752485785898
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covered in underseal

  2. Fail57,342 miles (+1,885)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,342 miles
    Test number
    627158309902
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covered in underseal

  3. Pass55,457 miles (+1,279)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2026
    Odometer
    55,457 miles
    Test number
    168558947243
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner and outer shoulder heavily cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass54,178 miles (+2,016)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2025
    Odometer
    54,178 miles
    Test number
    571062880467
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. offside is slightly lagging (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass52,162 miles (+1,680)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2024
    Odometer
    52,162 miles
    Test number
    941008743552
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass50,482 miles (+1,577)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2023
    Odometer
    50,482 miles
    Test number
    900649232238
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass48,905 miles (+1,361)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2022
    Odometer
    48,905 miles
    Test number
    649838011952
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass47,544 miles (+116)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2021
    Odometer
    47,544 miles
    Test number
    119351810148
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt cracking

  9. Fail47,428 miles (+6,017)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,428 miles
    Test number
    801729909638
    • DangerousCentral Exhaust silencer likely to become detached clamp corroded (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexible section deteriorated and leaking gases (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass41,411 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    41,411 miles
    Test number
    306569558988
    • AdvisorySlight blow from front exhaust flexible section

  11. Fail41,411 miles (+4,406)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,411 miles
    Test number
    639406502885
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight blow from front exhaust flexible section

  12. Pass37,005 miles (+4,022)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    37,005 miles
    Test number
    725043234925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass32,983 miles (+3,727)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    32,983 miles
    Test number
    327414249435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass29,256 miles (+2,029)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    29,256 miles
    Test number
    306685166896
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass27,227 miles (+773)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    27,227 miles
    Test number
    499239675033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass26,454 miles (+2,686)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    26,454 miles
    Test number
    159379364047
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass23,768 miles (+1,968)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    23,768 miles
    Test number
    756325583091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass21,800 miles (+4,369)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    21,800 miles
    Test number
    176705592112
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass17,431 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2012
    Odometer
    17,431 miles
    Test number
    726114421110
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • NoteCoolant level low

Questions about LC08 XYH

Does LC08 XYH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC08 XYH is valid until 31 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC08 XYH?
The MOT on LC08 XYH is valid until 31 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC08 XYH done?
LC08 XYH was recorded at 57,342 miles at its MOT on 1 Jun 2026, an average of 2,647 miles a year.
Has LC08 XYH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC08 XYH has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LC08 XYH 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 XYH find?
LC08 XYH passed its latest MOT on 1 Jun 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front road wheel slightly distorted; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 1 more.

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