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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,198 cc

LD08 AVGMOT history

LD08 AVG is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 5 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 8 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 130,641 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Nov 2025.

LD08 AVG blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Dec 2026
Mileage
130,641 mi
At MOT on 25 Nov 2025
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,105 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 AVG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
5 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 AVG was last recorded at 130,641 miles on 25 Nov 2025, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,631 miles · 24 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
7,105 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 130,641 miles
  • 2024 – 124,077 miles
  • 2023 – 112,240 miles
  • 2022 – 105,141 miles
  • 2020 – 94,395 miles
  • 2019 – 87,132 miles
  • 2018 – 77,347 miles
  • 2017 – 69,228 miles
  • 2016 – 62,378 miles
  • 2015 – 49,881 miles
  • 2014 – 42,567 miles
  • 2013 – 37,097 miles
  • 2012 – 31,934 miles
  • 2011 – 26,013 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,641 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded 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 has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Reversing lamp inoperative

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass130,641 miles (+10)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    130,641 miles
    Test number
    252914620362
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Fail130,631 miles (+6,554)1 major2 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,631 miles
    Test number
    418786565217
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass124,077 miles (+5,554)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    124,077 miles
    Test number
    466663494286
    • MinorOffside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
  4. Pass118,523 miles (+72)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    118,523 miles
    Test number
    263327339361
    • MinorOffside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryReversing lamp inoperative
  5. Fail118,451 miles (+6,211)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,451 miles
    Test number
    727313420243
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MinorOffside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryReversing lamp inoperative
  6. Pass112,240 miles (+7,099)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    112,240 miles
    Test number
    787763166364
    • MinorOffside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
  7. Pass105,141 miles (+10,746)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    105,141 miles
    Test number
    688043708767
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass94,395 miles (+7,263)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    94,395 miles
    Test number
    267914328312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass87,132 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    87,132 miles
    Test number
    856801716954
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Also belt is not fitted to the correct seat belt clip
  10. Fail87,132 miles (+9,785)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,132 miles
    Test number
    789738089966
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working broken (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Also belt is not fitted to the correct seat belt clip
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass77,347 miles (+8,119)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    77,347 miles
    Test number
    744920994785

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass69,228 miles (+6,850)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    69,228 miles
    Test number
    196871034267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass62,378 miles (+12,497)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    62,378 miles
    Test number
    786752113057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass49,881 miles (+1,889)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    49,881 miles
    Test number
    432461392233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass47,992 miles (+5,425)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    47,992 miles
    Test number
    169006355409
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  16. Pass42,567 miles (+5,470)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    42,567 miles
    Test number
    767435864033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass37,097 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    37,097 miles
    Test number
    515796663066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail37,097 miles (+5,163)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,097 miles
    Test number
    128135863038
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
  19. Pass31,934 miles (+5,921)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    31,934 miles
    Test number
    568632262053
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  20. Pass26,013 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    26,013 miles
    Test number
    665204261022
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing low on outer edge
  21. Fail26,013 miles1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,013 miles
    Test number
    595904461085
    • FailureNearside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing low on outer edge

Questions about LD08 AVG

Does LD08 AVG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 AVG is valid until 8 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LD08 AVG?
The MOT on LD08 AVG is valid until 8 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 AVG done?
LD08 AVG was recorded at 130,641 miles at its MOT on 25 Nov 2025, an average of 7,105 miles a year.
Has LD08 AVG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 AVG has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LD08 AVG 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 LD08 AVG find?
LD08 AVG passed its latest MOT on 25 Nov 2025 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside rear other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 1 more.

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