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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,198 cc

LL08 XYEMOT history

LL08 XYE is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 20 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 8 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 126,516 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2026.

LL08 XYE silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Mar 2027
Mileage
126,516 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,139 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL08 XYE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
20 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL08 XYE was last recorded at 126,516 miles on 9 Mar 2026, 12,293 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,223 miles · 8 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
12,293 miles
Average per year
7,139 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,516 miles
  • 2025 – 114,223 miles
  • 2024 – 107,246 miles
  • 2023 – 101,072 miles
  • 2022 – 89,274 miles
  • 2021 – 88,556 miles
  • 2020 – 86,310 miles
  • 2019 – 84,268 miles
  • 2018 – 82,296 miles
  • 2017 – 76,713 miles
  • 2016 – 68,786 miles
  • 2015 – 60,371 miles
  • 2014 – 48,143 miles
  • 2013 – 39,538 miles
  • 2012 – 30,319 miles
  • 2011 – 21,226 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,516 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (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 Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Underside general condition - rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

23 tests since 9 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,516 miles (+12,293)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    126,516 miles
    Test number
    186707372072
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass114,223 miles (+54)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    114,223 miles
    Test number
    156863870006
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside general condition - rusty

  3. Fail114,169 miles (+155)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,169 miles
    Test number
    523704195615
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside general condition - rusty

  4. Fail114,014 miles (+6,768)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,014 miles
    Test number
    413233373591
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed excessive co ,causing test equipment failure (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of brake and fuel lines.

  5. Pass107,246 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    107,246 miles
    Test number
    609542147165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing thin

  6. Fail107,246 miles (+6,174)1 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,246 miles
    Test number
    820415168102
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing thin

  7. Pass101,072 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    101,072 miles
    Test number
    990179364363
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  8. Fail101,072 miles (+11,798)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,072 miles
    Test number
    703666086329
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  9. Pass89,274 miles (+718)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    89,274 miles
    Test number
    635613145222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass88,556 miles (+2,246)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    88,556 miles
    Test number
    505858014518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass86,310 miles (+2,042)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    86,310 miles
    Test number
    457076653836

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass84,268 miles (+1,972)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    84,268 miles
    Test number
    677955550256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass82,296 miles (+5,583)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    82,296 miles
    Test number
    775677031245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass76,713 miles (+7,927)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    76,713 miles
    Test number
    931726919838

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass68,786 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    68,786 miles
    Test number
    210325618909
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail68,786 miles (+8,415)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,786 miles
    Test number
    501461152111
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass60,371 miles (+12,228)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    60,371 miles
    Test number
    845910665169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass48,143 miles (+8,605)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    48,143 miles
    Test number
    169210674163
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass39,538 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    39,538 miles
    Test number
    265274163114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail39,538 miles (+9,219)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,538 miles
    Test number
    275274463134
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  21. Pass30,319 miles (+9,093)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    30,319 miles
    Test number
    469880972182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass21,226 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    21,226 miles
    Test number
    199890561149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail21,225 miles1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,225 miles
    Test number
    597100061144
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LL08 XYE

Does LL08 XYE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL08 XYE is valid until 8 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL08 XYE?
The MOT on LL08 XYE is valid until 8 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL08 XYE done?
LL08 XYE was recorded at 126,516 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2026, an average of 7,139 miles a year.
Has LL08 XYE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL08 XYE has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LL08 XYE 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 LL08 XYE find?
LL08 XYE passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 6 more.

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