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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,422 cc

LD08 VBLMOT history

LD08 VBL is a silver diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 146,942 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jan 2026.

LD08 VBL silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jan 2027
Mileage
146,942 mi
At MOT on 31 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,333 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 VBL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,422 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 VBL was last recorded at 146,942 miles on 31 Jan 2026, 54 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,888 miles · 30 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
54 miles
Average per year
8,333 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 146,942 miles
  • 2025 – 141,421 miles
  • 2023 – 133,359 miles
  • 2022 – 117,122 miles
  • 2021 – 110,964 miles
  • 2020 – 107,252 miles
  • 2019 – 99,538 miles
  • 2018 – 90,501 miles
  • 2017 – 76,220 miles
  • 2016 – 63,936 miles
  • 2015 – 55,001 miles
  • 2014 – 45,543 miles
  • 2013 – 36,307 miles
  • 2012 – 30,799 miles
  • 2011 – 22,743 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,942 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.

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Rear exhaust corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2020

Full MOT history

20 tests since 7 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,942 miles (+54)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    146,942 miles
    Test number
    500814994954

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail146,888 miles (+5,467)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,888 miles
    Test number
    878462732890
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass141,421 miles (+8,062)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    141,421 miles
    Test number
    170604749192
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass133,359 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    133,359 miles
    Test number
    545524238617

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail133,337 miles (+16,215)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,337 miles
    Test number
    779996261730
    • 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))
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass117,122 miles (+6,158)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    117,122 miles
    Test number
    765787950143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass110,964 miles (+3,712)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    110,964 miles
    Test number
    177886255232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass107,252 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    107,252 miles
    Test number
    233185697882
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  9. Fail107,252 miles (+7,714)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,252 miles
    Test number
    723376009902
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  10. Pass99,538 miles (+9,037)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    99,538 miles
    Test number
    924912100617
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  11. Pass90,501 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    90,501 miles
    Test number
    518078696295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail90,501 miles (+14,281)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,501 miles
    Test number
    909119861327
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  13. Pass76,220 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    76,220 miles
    Test number
    590711051843
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  14. Fail76,220 miles (+12,284)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,220 miles
    Test number
    660966410934
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  15. Pass63,936 miles (+8,935)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    63,936 miles
    Test number
    657246941954

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass55,001 miles (+9,458)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    55,001 miles
    Test number
    145182265004
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass45,543 miles (+9,236)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    45,543 miles
    Test number
    329816064087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass36,307 miles (+5,508)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    36,307 miles
    Test number
    747940653032
    • NoteConsol bushes starting to split
    • NoteFront wiper blades smeaming
    • NoteOffside wing mirror indicator lense damaged

  19. Pass30,799 miles (+8,056)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    30,799 miles
    Test number
    808375462054
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass22,743 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    22,743 miles
    Test number
    446966561078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD08 VBL

Does LD08 VBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 VBL is valid until 30 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 VBL?
The MOT on LD08 VBL is valid until 30 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 VBL done?
LD08 VBL was recorded at 146,942 miles at its MOT on 31 Jan 2026, an average of 8,333 miles a year.
Has LD08 VBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 VBL has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LD08 VBL 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 VBL find?
LD08 VBL passed its latest MOT on 31 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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