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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,198 cc

LD08 XBAMOT history

LD08 XBA is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 25 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 71,645 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jun 2026.

LD08 XBA black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jul 2027
Mileage
71,645 mi
At MOT on 24 Jun 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,790 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 XBA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
25 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 XBA was last recorded at 71,645 miles on 24 Jun 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,642 miles · 23 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
3,790 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,645 miles
  • 2025 – 66,969 miles
  • 2024 – 61,782 miles
  • 2023 – 56,304 miles
  • 2022 – 52,941 miles
  • 2021 – 46,057 miles
  • 2020 – 42,172 miles
  • 2019 – 36,810 miles
  • 2018 – 30,513 miles
  • 2017 – 23,162 miles
  • 2016 – 17,563 miles
  • 2015 – 17,138 miles
  • 2014 – 16,783 miles
  • 2013 – 16,312 miles
  • 2012 – 15,893 miles
  • 2011 – 14,211 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,645 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.

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Slight noise from both rear wheel bearings

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass71,645 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    71,645 miles
    Test number
    664572615763

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail71,642 miles (+4,673)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,642 miles
    Test number
    380493835735
    • DangerousOffside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass66,969 miles (+66)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    66,969 miles
    Test number
    161046277246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail66,903 miles (+5,121)4 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,903 miles
    Test number
    205719894771
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure Sleeve has rusted away (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Test aborted due high lambda from exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working In mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass61,782 miles (+84)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    61,782 miles
    Test number
    497514999049
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  6. Fail61,698 miles (+5,394)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,698 miles
    Test number
    970640173032
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  7. Pass56,304 miles (+3,363)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    56,304 miles
    Test number
    388545501652
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass52,941 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    52,941 miles
    Test number
    818303096820
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail52,941 miles (+6,884)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,941 miles
    Test number
    193927653845
    • Repaired at testBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass46,057 miles (+3,885)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2022
    Odometer
    46,057 miles
    Test number
    527160327700
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass42,172 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2021
    Odometer
    42,172 miles
    Test number
    365799908020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail42,172 miles (+5,362)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,172 miles
    Test number
    654906291828
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass36,810 miles (+6,297)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    36,810 miles
    Test number
    507360094187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass30,513 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2019
    Odometer
    30,513 miles
    Test number
    939408322330
    • AdvisorySlight noise from both rear wheel bearings

  15. Fail30,513 miles (+7,351)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,513 miles
    Test number
    285366417974
    • DangerousOffside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisorySlight noise from both rear wheel bearings

  16. Pass23,162 miles (+5,599)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2018
    Odometer
    23,162 miles
    Test number
    916012297290
    • 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. Pass17,563 miles (+425)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    17,563 miles
    Test number
    455815810830
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass17,138 miles (+355)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    17,138 miles
    Test number
    108272035116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass16,783 miles (+471)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2015
    Odometer
    16,783 miles
    Test number
    909002924191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass16,312 miles (+419)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2014
    Odometer
    16,312 miles
    Test number
    777474333171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass15,893 miles (+1,682)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2013
    Odometer
    15,893 miles
    Test number
    885875232167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass14,211 miles (+107)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    14,211 miles
    Test number
    567900541179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass14,104 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    14,104 miles
    Test number
    449749101104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail14,104 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,104 miles
    Test number
    348089401171
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about LD08 XBA

Does LD08 XBA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 XBA is valid until 3 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 XBA?
The MOT on LD08 XBA is valid until 3 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 XBA done?
LD08 XBA was recorded at 71,645 miles at its MOT on 24 Jun 2026, an average of 3,790 miles a year.
Has LD08 XBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 XBA has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LD08 XBA 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 XBA find?
LD08 XBA passed its latest MOT on 24 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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