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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,400 cc

LD08 OJAMOT history

LD08 OJA is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 84,767 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

LD08 OJA black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jan 2027
Mileage
84,767 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,000 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 OJA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 OJA was last recorded at 84,767 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 24 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,743 miles · 2 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
24 miles
Average per year
5,000 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,767 miles
  • 2025 – 80,184 miles
  • 2023 – 76,227 miles
  • 2022 – 71,480 miles
  • 2021 – 66,371 miles
  • 2020 – 62,920 miles
  • 2019 – 56,442 miles
  • 2018 – 50,335 miles
  • 2017 – 44,009 miles
  • 2016 – 36,610 miles
  • 2015 – 29,619 miles
  • 2014 – 26,034 miles
  • 2013 – 20,215 miles
  • 2012 – 14,912 miles
  • 2011 – 11,153 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,767 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 28 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,767 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    84,767 miles
    Test number
    206098462609

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail84,743 miles (+4,559)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,743 miles
    Test number
    483029730400
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass80,184 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    80,184 miles
    Test number
    881499389825
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear tyres perished and cracked.
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp bracket broken.
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure.

  4. Fail80,184 miles (+3,957)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,184 miles
    Test number
    266262876766
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear tyres perished and cracked.
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp bracket broken.
    • AdvisoryOffside rear parking brake effort low.
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure.

  5. Pass76,227 miles (+25)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    76,227 miles
    Test number
    212631012660
    • 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))

  6. Fail76,202 miles (+4,722)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,202 miles
    Test number
    700614431084
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • 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))

  7. Pass71,480 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    71,480 miles
    Test number
    385909738905
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail71,480 miles (+5,109)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,480 miles
    Test number
    346670436135
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass66,371 miles (+3,451)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    66,371 miles
    Test number
    421736050121
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass62,920 miles (+6,478)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    62,920 miles
    Test number
    751959045715
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass56,442 miles (+6,107)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    56,442 miles
    Test number
    340818950798
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass50,335 miles (+6,326)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2019
    Odometer
    50,335 miles
    Test number
    722329689206
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass44,009 miles (+7,399)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    44,009 miles
    Test number
    590938732608
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit Both fronts on inner edges (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass36,610 miles (+6,991)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    36,610 miles
    Test number
    164480785786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass29,619 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    29,619 miles
    Test number
    577944555023
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail29,619 miles (+3,585)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,619 miles
    Test number
    539322555007
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage severely distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass26,034 miles (+5,819)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    26,034 miles
    Test number
    606041874099
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  18. Pass20,215 miles (+5,303)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    20,215 miles
    Test number
    807929383009
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn to 3mm
    • NoteDamage to nearside mirror unit

  19. Pass14,912 miles (+3,759)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    14,912 miles
    Test number
    678451512131
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass11,153 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    11,153 miles
    Test number
    256558811197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD08 OJA

Does LD08 OJA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 OJA is valid until 15 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 OJA?
The MOT on LD08 OJA is valid until 15 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 OJA done?
LD08 OJA was recorded at 84,767 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 5,000 miles a year.
Has LD08 OJA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 OJA has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LD08 OJA 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 OJA find?
LD08 OJA passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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