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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,400 cc

LD08 WDUMOT history

LD08 WDU is a blue diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 3 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 87,046 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2026.

LD08 WDU 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 Apr 2027
Mileage
87,046 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,506 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 WDU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 WDU was last recorded at 87,046 miles on 5 Mar 2026, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,033 miles · 3 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
4,506 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,046 miles
  • 2025 – 82,110 miles
  • 2024 – 78,322 miles
  • 2023 – 70,914 miles
  • 2022 – 68,164 miles
  • 2021 – 65,274 miles
  • 2020 – 63,907 miles
  • 2019 – 61,229 miles
  • 2018 – 54,125 miles
  • 2017 – 48,200 miles
  • 2016 – 44,913 miles
  • 2015 – 41,558 miles
  • 2014 – 38,478 miles
  • 2013 – 31,770 miles
  • 2012 – 24,123 miles
  • 2011 – 19,567 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,046 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin deterioratedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

19 tests since 14 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,046 miles (+13)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    87,046 miles
    Test number
    270993814717
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin deteriorated

  2. Fail87,033 miles (+4,923)1 dangerous1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,033 miles
    Test number
    506878462778
    • DangerousRear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin deteriorated

  3. Pass82,110 miles (+3,788)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    82,110 miles
    Test number
    554868797197
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass78,322 miles (+7,408)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    78,322 miles
    Test number
    448698375239
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass70,914 miles (+2,750)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    70,914 miles
    Test number
    495337519684
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer casing corroding

  6. Pass68,164 miles (+2,890)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    68,164 miles
    Test number
    207746632584

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass65,274 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    65,274 miles
    Test number
    572581528632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail65,274 miles (+1,367)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,274 miles
    Test number
    102615613496
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  9. Pass63,907 miles (+2,678)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    63,907 miles
    Test number
    626401733875
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass61,229 miles (+7,104)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    61,229 miles
    Test number
    111633367063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass54,125 miles (+5,925)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    54,125 miles
    Test number
    404950789158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass48,200 miles (+3,287)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    48,200 miles
    Test number
    517122160119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass44,913 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    44,913 miles
    Test number
    356888552543
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail44,910 miles (+3,352)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,910 miles
    Test number
    293833965691
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass41,558 miles (+3,080)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    41,558 miles
    Test number
    568817375046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass38,478 miles (+6,708)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    38,478 miles
    Test number
    115808184415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass31,770 miles (+7,647)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    31,770 miles
    Test number
    499582373071
    • 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)

  18. Pass24,123 miles (+4,556)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    24,123 miles
    Test number
    397581682087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass19,567 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    19,567 miles
    Test number
    729703171089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD08 WDU

Does LD08 WDU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 WDU is valid until 3 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 WDU?
The MOT on LD08 WDU is valid until 3 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 WDU done?
LD08 WDU was recorded at 87,046 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2026, an average of 4,506 miles a year.
Has LD08 WDU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 WDU has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LD08 WDU 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 WDU find?
LD08 WDU passed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides; rear exhaust box outer skin deteriorated.

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