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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,198 cc

LD08 LZOMOT history

LD08 LZO is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 22 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 11 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 58,818 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2026.

LD08 LZO black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 May 2027
Mileage
58,818 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,565 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 LZO
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
22 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 May 2027
Latest MOT test
12 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 LZO was last recorded at 58,818 miles on 12 May 2026, 2,108 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,710 miles · 11 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,108 miles
Average per year
2,565 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 58,818 miles
  • 2025 – 56,710 miles
  • 2024 – 55,641 miles
  • 2023 – 54,486 miles
  • 2022 – 53,348 miles
  • 2021 – 51,800 miles
  • 2019 – 48,849 miles
  • 2018 – 47,385 miles
  • 2017 – 43,096 miles
  • 2016 – 39,137 miles
  • 2015 – 34,496 miles
  • 2014 – 31,490 miles
  • 2013 – 29,313 miles
  • 2012 – 26,670 miles
  • 2011 – 19,952 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass58,818 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing URGENT

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing URGENT

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing URGENT

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Both front tyres are wearing on edges.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass58,818 miles (+2,108)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2027
    Odometer
    58,818 miles
    Test number
    894378852936
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass56,710 miles (+1,069)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    56,710 miles
    Test number
    992552719290
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside wiper in a borderline condition

  3. Pass55,641 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2025
    Odometer
    55,641 miles
    Test number
    198175783393
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 URGENT (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing URGENT (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing URGENT (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail55,640 miles (+1,154)2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,640 miles
    Test number
    760338055300
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 URGENT (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing URGENT (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing URGENT (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass54,486 miles (+1,138)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2024
    Odometer
    54,486 miles
    Test number
    273832457698
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 urgent (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing urgent (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing urgent (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass53,348 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    53,348 miles
    Test number
    623230353489
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing urgent (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing urgent (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing urgent (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail53,348 miles (+1,548)2 major3 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,348 miles
    Test number
    772264591131
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Lower Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing urgent (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing urgent (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing urgent (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass51,800 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    51,800 miles
    Test number
    743992296463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail51,800 miles (+2,951)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,800 miles
    Test number
    543240196372
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass48,849 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    48,849 miles
    Test number
    563038003178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail48,844 miles (+1,459)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,844 miles
    Test number
    873379278419
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass47,385 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2019
    Odometer
    47,385 miles
    Test number
    754966034332
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Fail47,385 miles (+4,289)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,385 miles
    Test number
    499501009919
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass43,096 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    43,096 miles
    Test number
    487393411158
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs are lipped.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre is wearing on inner edges and is cracked.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre is wearing on inner edge.

  15. Fail43,096 miles (+3,959)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,096 miles
    Test number
    463795675989
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs are lipped.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre is wearing on inner edges and is cracked.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre is wearing on inner edge.

  16. Pass39,137 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2017
    Odometer
    39,137 miles
    Test number
    930247416815
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are wearing on edges.
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are starting to wear on edges.
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs are lightly lipped.

  17. Fail39,137 miles (+4,641)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,137 miles
    Test number
    980872866068
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are wearing on edges.
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are starting to wear on edges.
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs are lightly lipped.

  18. Pass34,496 miles (+3,006)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    34,496 miles
    Test number
    209233475061
    • NoteBoth front lower lower arm rear bushes are starting to perish
    • NoteOs front and ns rear tyres are worn to 2-2.5mm [195/55/15t]

  19. Pass31,490 miles (+2,177)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    31,490 miles
    Test number
    327495194028
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

  20. Pass29,313 miles (+2,643)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    29,313 miles
    Test number
    667811783003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass26,670 miles (+6,718)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    26,670 miles
    Test number
    856132082085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass19,952 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    19,952 miles
    Test number
    569777871036
    • NoteNearside front tyre starting to wear low
    • NoteTravel in handbrake

Questions about LD08 LZO

Does LD08 LZO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 LZO is valid until 11 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 LZO?
The MOT on LD08 LZO is valid until 11 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 LZO done?
LD08 LZO was recorded at 58,818 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2026, an average of 2,565 miles a year.
Has LD08 LZO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 LZO has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 9 May 2024.
Has the mileage on LD08 LZO 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 LZO find?
LD08 LZO passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2026 with 3 minor defects: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside headlamp lens slightly defective.

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