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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,198 cc

LD08 HMHMOT history

LD08 HMH is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 20 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 20 Feb 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 115,079 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Feb 2026.

LD08 HMH black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 Feb 2027
Mileage
115,079 mi
At MOT on 21 Feb 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,387 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 HMH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
20 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 HMH was last recorded at 115,079 miles on 21 Feb 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,073 miles · 19 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
6,387 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,079 miles
  • 2025 – 109,780 miles
  • 2024 – 105,430 miles
  • 2023 – 97,247 miles
  • 2022 – 90,444 miles
  • 2021 – 84,887 miles
  • 2020 – 81,230 miles
  • 2019 – 76,723 miles
  • 2018 – 72,589 miles
  • 2017 – 66,889 miles
  • 2016 – 58,940 miles
  • 2015 – 51,026 miles
  • 2014 – 44,169 miles
  • 2013 – 38,998 miles
  • 2012 – 30,605 miles
  • 2011 – 19,527 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,079 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front bumper damaged but secureRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear water ingress in tail lampRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust rustyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

20 tests since 8 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,079 miles (+6)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    115,079 miles
    Test number
    535400248898
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bumper damaged but secure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear water ingress in tail lamp
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rusty

  2. Fail115,073 miles (+5,293)1 dangerous1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,073 miles
    Test number
    460844104281
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bumper damaged but secure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear water ingress in tail lamp
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rusty

  3. Pass109,780 miles (+4,350)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    109,780 miles
    Test number
    739493637010
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass105,430 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    105,430 miles
    Test number
    750593249163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail105,430 miles (+8,183)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,430 miles
    Test number
    867498597625
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass97,247 miles (+6,803)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    97,247 miles
    Test number
    617039293325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass90,444 miles (+5,557)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    90,444 miles
    Test number
    839438270697
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust covers deteriorated

  8. Pass84,887 miles (+3,657)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    84,887 miles
    Test number
    831101139634

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass81,230 miles (+4,507)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    81,230 miles
    Test number
    565056101645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass76,723 miles (+4,134)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    76,723 miles
    Test number
    373944511502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass72,589 miles (+5,700)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    72,589 miles
    Test number
    232730059218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass66,889 miles (+7,949)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    66,889 miles
    Test number
    181943373494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass58,940 miles (+7,914)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    58,940 miles
    Test number
    351967508468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass51,026 miles (+6,857)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    51,026 miles
    Test number
    116088275095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass44,169 miles (+5,171)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    44,169 miles
    Test number
    509528174092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass38,998 miles (+8,393)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    38,998 miles
    Test number
    587510183095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,605 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    30,605 miles
    Test number
    308381082030
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  18. Fail30,599 miles (+11,072)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,599 miles
    Test number
    886901982041
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  19. Fail19,527 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,527 miles
    Test number
    147817661003
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  20. Pass19,527 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    19,527 miles
    Test number
    688847061053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD08 HMH

Does LD08 HMH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 HMH is valid until 20 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 HMH?
The MOT on LD08 HMH is valid until 20 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 HMH done?
LD08 HMH was recorded at 115,079 miles at its MOT on 21 Feb 2026, an average of 6,387 miles a year.
Has LD08 HMH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 HMH has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LD08 HMH 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 HMH find?
LD08 HMH passed its latest MOT on 21 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 7 more.

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