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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,198 cc

LD08 HFVMOT history

LD08 HFV is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 19 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 31 May 2024 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 162,841 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2023.

LD08 HFV blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 31 May 2024
Mileage
162,841 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2023
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
11,469 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 HFV
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
19 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 May 2024
Latest MOT test
5 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 HFV was last recorded at 162,841 miles on 5 May 2023, 17,108 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,733 miles · 16 May 2022
Between the last two tests
17,108 miles
Average per year
11,469 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 162,841 miles
  • 2022 – 145,733 miles
  • 2021 – 136,267 miles
  • 2020 – 127,508 miles
  • 2019 – 119,027 miles
  • 2018 – 105,384 miles
  • 2017 – 93,713 miles
  • 2016 – 79,317 miles
  • 2015 – 65,223 miles
  • 2014 – 53,825 miles
  • 2013 – 42,515 miles
  • 2012 – 31,445 miles
  • 2011 – 24,241 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,841 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear both tyres wearing low

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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • FRONT TYRES LOW

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • PLAY IN THE NEARSIDE INNER STEERING JOINT, SLIGHT FREEPLAY AT STEERING WHEEL

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass162,841 miles (+17,108)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2024
    Odometer
    162,841 miles
    Test number
    141224066808
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both tyres wearing low

  2. Pass145,733 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2023
    Odometer
    145,733 miles
    Test number
    528162573070
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail145,733 miles (+9,466)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,733 miles
    Test number
    150516577472
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass136,267 miles (+202)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2022
    Odometer
    136,267 miles
    Test number
    787216196081
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside track rodend

  5. Fail136,065 miles (+8,557)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,065 miles
    Test number
    831779128819
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring insecure Incorrectly fitted (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTested when wet

  6. Pass127,508 miles (+8,481)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2021
    Odometer
    127,508 miles
    Test number
    861813974258
    • AdvisoryFront tyres low on tread

  7. Pass119,027 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2020
    Odometer
    119,027 miles
    Test number
    692744526036
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront suspension bushes fitted incorrect
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake hose insecure
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Fail119,026 miles (+13,642)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,026 miles
    Test number
    323118698669
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront suspension bushes fitted incorrect
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake hose insecure
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass105,384 miles (+11,671)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    105,384 miles
    Test number
    245266743078
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass93,713 miles (+14,396)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    93,713 miles
    Test number
    996920894857
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  11. Pass79,317 miles (+17)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    79,317 miles
    Test number
    142763422690
    • AdvisoryFRONT TYRES LOW
    • AdvisoryPLAY IN THE NEARSIDE INNER STEERING JOINT, SLIGHT FREEPLAY AT STEERING WHEEL

  12. Fail79,300 miles (+14,077)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,300 miles
    Test number
    119236242738
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater obscured more than 50% (1.4.A.2d)
    • AdvisoryFRONT TYRES LOW
    • AdvisoryPLAY IN THE NEARSIDE INNER STEERING JOINT, SLIGHT FREEPLAY AT STEERING WHEEL

  13. Pass65,223 miles (+11,398)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    65,223 miles
    Test number
    266550045432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass53,825 miles (+11,310)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    53,825 miles
    Test number
    437915034163
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteFront tyres worn on the inner edges.

  15. Pass42,515 miles (+11,070)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    42,515 miles
    Test number
    818100853118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail31,445 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,445 miles
    Test number
    455644512187
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteFront tyres low at 3mm
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  17. Pass31,445 miles (+7,204)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    31,445 miles
    Test number
    537644312128
    • NoteFront tyres low at 3mm
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  18. Pass24,241 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    24,241 miles
    Test number
    198314291439
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • NoteFront wipers smearing slightly

Questions about LD08 HFV

Does LD08 HFV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD08 HFV expired on 31 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD08 HFV?
The MOT on LD08 HFV expired on 31 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD08 HFV done?
LD08 HFV was recorded at 162,841 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2023, an average of 11,469 miles a year.
Has LD08 HFV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 HFV has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 16 May 2022.
Has the mileage on LD08 HFV 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 HFV find?
LD08 HFV passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2023 with 2 advisories: nearside rear suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened; rear both tyres wearing low.

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