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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,390 cc

LD08 SVXMOT history

LD08 SVX is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 12 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 3 Dec 2026 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 96,327 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Nov 2025.

LD08 SVX blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Dec 2026
Mileage
96,327 mi
At MOT on 21 Nov 2025
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,514 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 SVX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
12 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 SVX was last recorded at 96,327 miles on 21 Nov 2025, 5,930 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,397 miles · 27 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
5,930 miles
Average per year
4,514 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 96,327 miles
  • 2024 – 90,397 miles
  • 2023 – 89,640 miles
  • 2022 – 89,006 miles
  • 2021 – 88,251 miles
  • 2020 – 87,458 miles
  • 2019 – 85,865 miles
  • 2018 – 84,540 miles
  • 2017 – 82,705 miles
  • 2016 – 73,721 miles
  • 2015 – 63,896 miles
  • 2014 – 53,866 miles
  • 2013 – 43,765 miles
  • 2012 – 34,482 miles
  • 2011 – 31,352 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,327 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryOffside Front track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorating
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear suspension corroding
  • AdvisoryEngine sump corrodingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak

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 Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory10 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Underbody covers fitted

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Central Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 1 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,327 miles (+5,930)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    96,327 miles
    Test number
    675755417850
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension corroding
    • AdvisoryEngine sump corroding
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  2. Pass90,397 miles (+757)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    90,397 miles
    Test number
    404361119979
    • MinorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both rear indicators (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear section of the exhaust system deteriorating
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covers fitted

  3. Pass89,640 miles (+4)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    89,640 miles
    Test number
    198743649168
    • MinorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covers fitted

  4. Fail89,636 miles (+630)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,636 miles
    Test number
    349552810049
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covers fitted

  5. Pass89,006 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    89,006 miles
    Test number
    277237741752
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront flexi exhaust has a slight blow
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine sump corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside & offside mirrors damaged
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covers fitted

  6. Fail89,006 miles (+755)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,006 miles
    Test number
    188409957911
    • MajorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside & offside mirrors damaged
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covers fitted

  7. Pass88,251 miles (+793)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    88,251 miles
    Test number
    431548577411
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive The engine sump is corroded (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryThe engine & under body has covers fitted

  8. Pass87,458 miles (+21)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    87,458 miles
    Test number
    880603855445
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Damaged (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Damaged (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking to tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail87,437 miles (+1,572)1 dangerous3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,437 miles
    Test number
    165199158353
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Damaged (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Damaged (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking to tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass85,865 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    85,865 miles
    Test number
    516947913274
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail85,865 miles (+1,325)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,865 miles
    Test number
    372978102931
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass84,540 miles (+32)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    84,540 miles
    Test number
    303980371435
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail84,508 miles (+1,803)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,508 miles
    Test number
    370480895802
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass82,705 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    82,705 miles
    Test number
    634717785695
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn on edges

  15. Fail82,705 miles (+8,984)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,705 miles
    Test number
    387331192731
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn on edges

  16. Pass73,721 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    73,721 miles
    Test number
    943034062937
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn at inner edge

  17. Fail73,721 miles (+9,825)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,721 miles
    Test number
    280329048095
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn at inner edge

  18. Fail63,896 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,896 miles
    Test number
    708017065123
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass63,896 miles (+10,030)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    63,896 miles
    Test number
    775997265177
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass53,866 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    53,866 miles
    Test number
    417211774194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail53,864 miles (+10,099)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,864 miles
    Test number
    545010574186
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  22. Pass43,765 miles (+9,283)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    43,765 miles
    Test number
    255193563133
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  23. Pass34,482 miles (+3,130)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    34,482 miles
    Test number
    415771782109
    • NoteFront brake efforts fluctuation noted.

  24. Pass31,352 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    31,352 miles
    Test number
    638062981188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail31,352 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,352 miles
    Test number
    656442681138
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about LD08 SVX

Does LD08 SVX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 SVX is valid until 3 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LD08 SVX?
The MOT on LD08 SVX is valid until 3 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 SVX done?
LD08 SVX was recorded at 96,327 miles at its MOT on 21 Nov 2025, an average of 4,514 miles a year.
Has LD08 SVX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 SVX has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LD08 SVX 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 SVX find?
LD08 SVX passed its latest MOT on 21 Nov 2025 with 7 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread; nearside rear outer child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorating, and 4 more.

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