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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,390 cc

LD08 FWUMOT history

LD08 FWU is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 11 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 20 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 98,567 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2026.

LD08 FWU silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Aug 2027
Mileage
98,567 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,497 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 FWU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
11 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 FWU was last recorded at 98,567 miles on 21 Aug 2026, 10,095 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,472 miles · 19 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
10,095 miles
Average per year
5,497 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,567 miles
  • 2025 – 88,472 miles
  • 2024 – 80,269 miles
  • 2023 – 73,350 miles
  • 2022 – 66,539 miles
  • 2021 – 62,001 miles
  • 2020 – 55,261 miles
  • 2019 – 50,220 miles
  • 2018 – 44,511 miles
  • 2017 – 40,755 miles
  • 2016 – 35,482 miles
  • 2015 – 30,573 miles
  • 2014 – 23,753 miles
  • 2013 – 20,045 miles
  • 2012 – 17,428 miles
  • 2011 – 13,564 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,567 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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 Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass98,567 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    98,567 miles
    Test number
    710566023392
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail98,567 miles (+10,095)2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,567 miles
    Test number
    477797951507
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass88,472 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    88,472 miles
    Test number
    118853264471
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Fail88,472 miles (+8,203)1 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,472 miles
    Test number
    436836041535
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm cords showing (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass80,269 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    80,269 miles
    Test number
    292438680671
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail80,269 miles (+6,919)1 dangerous3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,269 miles
    Test number
    189899005483
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass73,350 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    73,350 miles
    Test number
    484717813072
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail73,350 miles (+6,811)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,350 miles
    Test number
    470977535922
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid washer pipe split next to bonnet hinge (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass66,539 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    66,539 miles
    Test number
    779207806310
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  10. Fail66,539 miles (+4,538)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,539 miles
    Test number
    538936823847
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  11. Pass62,001 miles (+6,740)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    62,001 miles
    Test number
    564433122462
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass55,261 miles (+5,041)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    55,261 miles
    Test number
    711728305307
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge starting to wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge badly worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass50,220 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    50,220 miles
    Test number
    951646233999

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail50,219 miles (+5,708)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,219 miles
    Test number
    577205407881
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  15. Pass44,511 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    44,511 miles
    Test number
    257988738917
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Fail44,511 miles (+3,756)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,511 miles
    Test number
    243432367778
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  17. Pass40,755 miles (+5,273)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    40,755 miles
    Test number
    275141749347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,482 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    35,482 miles
    Test number
    375758402579

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail35,482 miles (+4,909)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,482 miles
    Test number
    279321540252
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass30,573 miles (+6,820)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    30,573 miles
    Test number
    415708489037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass23,753 miles (+3,708)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    23,753 miles
    Test number
    508315924296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass20,045 miles (+2,617)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    20,045 miles
    Test number
    768565943098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass17,428 miles (+3,864)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    17,428 miles
    Test number
    155071062083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass13,564 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    13,564 miles
    Test number
    319954361076
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LD08 FWU

Does LD08 FWU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 FWU is valid until 20 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 FWU?
The MOT on LD08 FWU is valid until 20 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 FWU done?
LD08 FWU was recorded at 98,567 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2026, an average of 5,497 miles a year.
Has LD08 FWU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 FWU has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LD08 FWU 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 FWU find?
LD08 FWU passed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: central rear upper stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; central front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 2 more.

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