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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,198 cc

LD08 DLKMOT history

LD08 DLK is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 7 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jun 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 115,145 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jun 2026.

LD08 DLK blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jun 2027
Mileage
115,145 mi
At MOT on 1 Jun 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,214 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 DLK
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
7 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 DLK was last recorded at 115,145 miles on 1 Jun 2026, 1,120 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,025 miles · 27 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,120 miles
Average per year
6,214 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,145 miles
  • 2025 – 114,025 miles
  • 2024 – 109,604 miles
  • 2023 – 99,897 miles
  • 2022 – 92,908 miles
  • 2021 – 86,465 miles
  • 2020 – 80,002 miles
  • 2019 – 74,874 miles
  • 2018 – 67,100 miles
  • 2017 – 56,411 miles
  • 2016 – 51,617 miles
  • 2015 – 45,179 miles
  • 2014 – 38,954 miles
  • 2013 – 33,274 miles
  • 2012 – 27,886 miles
  • 2011 – 20,171 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,145 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear axle bushes split and perished both sides
  • AdvisoryCondition of the offside door mirror
  • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted to underside of vehicle

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 Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear tyres perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 18 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,145 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    115,145 miles
    Test number
    270682366918
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle bushes split and perished both sides
    • AdvisoryCondition of the offside door mirror
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted to underside of vehicle

  2. Fail115,142 miles (+1,117)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,142 miles
    Test number
    873482899042
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle bushes split and perished both sides
    • AdvisoryCondition of the offside door mirror
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted to underside of vehicle

  3. Pass114,025 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    114,025 miles
    Test number
    509303154671
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened beam axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn beam axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail114,025 miles (+4,421)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,025 miles
    Test number
    831032073306
    • 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 Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened beam axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn beam axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass109,604 miles (+267)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    109,604 miles
    Test number
    165521685243
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perished

  6. Fail109,337 miles (+9,440)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,337 miles
    Test number
    271923178532
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake travel long
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perished

  7. Pass99,897 miles (+6,989)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    99,897 miles
    Test number
    250864780716
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass92,908 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    92,908 miles
    Test number
    424113373851
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail92,908 miles (+6,443)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,908 miles
    Test number
    853314128832
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass86,465 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    86,465 miles
    Test number
    113429566180
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated long travel (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryScreen wash leaking

  11. Fail86,465 miles (+6,463)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,465 miles
    Test number
    431431097172
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated long travel (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryScreen wash leaking

  12. Pass80,002 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    80,002 miles
    Test number
    722097669664
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake travel long
    • AdvisoryScreen wash leaking

  13. Fail80,002 miles (+5,128)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,002 miles
    Test number
    713300671130
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake travel long
    • AdvisoryScreen wash leaking

  14. Pass74,874 miles (+7,774)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    74,874 miles
    Test number
    420889969256
    • AdvisoryLong travel on parking brake leaver

  15. Pass67,100 miles (+10,689)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    67,100 miles
    Test number
    487128903628
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Pass56,411 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    56,411 miles
    Test number
    387962254714
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box deteriorated

  17. Fail56,401 miles (+4,784)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,401 miles
    Test number
    434283626848
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box deteriorated

  18. Pass51,617 miles (+6,438)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    51,617 miles
    Test number
    281671765588
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre getting low

  19. Pass45,179 miles (+6,225)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    45,179 miles
    Test number
    308597785103
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass38,954 miles (+5,680)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    38,954 miles
    Test number
    999008564127
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteRear tyres perrished

  21. Pass33,274 miles (+5,388)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    33,274 miles
    Test number
    215192993153
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAll tyres are pershing

  22. Pass27,886 miles (+7,715)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2013
    Odometer
    27,886 miles
    Test number
    787354332170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass20,171 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    20,171 miles
    Test number
    396929241054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD08 DLK

Does LD08 DLK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 DLK is valid until 3 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 DLK?
The MOT on LD08 DLK is valid until 3 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 DLK done?
LD08 DLK was recorded at 115,145 miles at its MOT on 1 Jun 2026, an average of 6,214 miles a year.
Has LD08 DLK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 DLK has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LD08 DLK 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 DLK find?
LD08 DLK passed its latest MOT on 1 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush both sides, and 5 more.

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