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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,390 cc

LD08 TKXMOT history

LD08 TKX is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 24 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 23 Dec 2023 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 68,896 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Dec 2022.

LD08 TKX silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Dec 2023
Mileage
68,896 mi
At MOT on 20 Dec 2022
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,430 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 TKX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
24 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
20 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 TKX was last recorded at 68,896 miles on 20 Dec 2022, 6,181 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,715 miles · 24 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
6,181 miles
Average per year
4,430 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 68,896 miles
  • 2021 – 62,715 miles
  • 2020 – 41,541 miles
  • 2019 – 29,265 miles
  • 2018 – 27,240 miles
  • 2017 – 25,955 miles
  • 2016 – 24,811 miles
  • 2015 – 23,721 miles
  • 2013 – 21,017 miles
  • 2012 – 19,160 miles
  • 2011 – 17,302 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,896 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Under tray fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass68,896 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    68,896 miles
    Test number
    646237866208
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail68,896 miles (+6,181)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,896 miles
    Test number
    740498716255
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass62,715 miles (+6)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    62,715 miles
    Test number
    341321155469
    • MinorNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  4. Fail62,709 miles (+21,168)2 dangerous5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,709 miles
    Test number
    867413902664
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  5. Pass41,541 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    41,541 miles
    Test number
    729751128282
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drive shaft damaged but serviceable inner gaiter (6.1.7 (e))

  6. Fail41,541 miles (+12,276)1 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,541 miles
    Test number
    666672399426
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drive shaft damaged but serviceable inner gaiter (6.1.7 (e))

  7. Pass29,265 miles (+2,025)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    29,265 miles
    Test number
    910616603064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass27,240 miles (+1,285)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2019
    Odometer
    27,240 miles
    Test number
    643038677406
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre split and perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre split and perished

  9. Pass25,955 miles (+1,144)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    25,955 miles
    Test number
    659393504822
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre split and perished.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre split and perished.

  10. Pass24,811 miles (+1,090)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2017
    Odometer
    24,811 miles
    Test number
    583732135557
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower suspension arm rear bushes splitting
    • AdvisoryPassenger front tyre wearing edges
    • AdvisoryPassenger wing mirror damaged

  11. Pass23,721 miles (+2,704)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    23,721 miles
    Test number
    766047425027
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAll four tyres perished

  12. Pass21,017 miles (+1,857)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    21,017 miles
    Test number
    929084593030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass19,160 miles (+1,858)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    19,160 miles
    Test number
    657236092057
    • NoteAll tyres starting to perish

  14. Pass17,302 miles (+504)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    17,302 miles
    Test number
    589622501130
    • NoteAll 4 tyres slightly cracked/perished

  15. Pass16,798 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    16,798 miles
    Test number
    147917071001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD08 TKX

Does LD08 TKX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD08 TKX expired on 23 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD08 TKX?
The MOT on LD08 TKX expired on 23 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD08 TKX done?
LD08 TKX was recorded at 68,896 miles at its MOT on 20 Dec 2022, an average of 4,430 miles a year.
Has LD08 TKX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 TKX has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LD08 TKX 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 TKX find?
LD08 TKX passed its latest MOT on 20 Dec 2022 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside front lower anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush.

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