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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,390 cc

LO08 FDGMOT history

LO08 FDG is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 14 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 20 May 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 81,405 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.

LO08 FDG blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 May 2027
Mileage
81,405 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,786 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO08 FDG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
14 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 May 2027
Latest MOT test
21 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO08 FDG was last recorded at 81,405 miles on 21 May 2026, 9,338 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,067 miles · 28 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
9,338 miles
Average per year
4,786 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,405 miles
  • 2025 – 72,067 miles
  • 2024 – 60,415 miles
  • 2022 – 51,995 miles
  • 2021 – 41,530 miles
  • 2019 – 26,804 miles
  • 2018 – 25,857 miles
  • 2017 – 24,659 miles
  • 2016 – 23,497 miles
  • 2015 – 21,866 miles
  • 2014 – 19,026 miles
  • 2013 – 15,666 miles
  • 2012 – 12,962 miles
  • 2011 – 9,673 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,405 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryCHIP ON WINDSCREEN
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 26 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,405 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2027
    Odometer
    81,405 miles
    Test number
    659027439245
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCHIP ON WINDSCREEN
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail81,405 miles (+9,338)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,405 miles
    Test number
    138717059988
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCHIP ON WINDSCREEN
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass72,067 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    72,067 miles
    Test number
    572790302234
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner and outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail72,067 miles (+11,652)2 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,067 miles
    Test number
    357132709579
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner and outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass60,415 miles (+8,420)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    60,415 miles
    Test number
    317876303248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass51,995 miles (+10,465)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    51,995 miles
    Test number
    184488856721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass41,530 miles (+14,726)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    41,530 miles
    Test number
    573799576178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass26,804 miles (+947)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    26,804 miles
    Test number
    692987680416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass25,857 miles (+1,198)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    25,857 miles
    Test number
    976273072940

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass24,659 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    24,659 miles
    Test number
    274587876044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail24,659 miles (+1,162)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,659 miles
    Test number
    372598730718
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  12. Pass23,497 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    23,497 miles
    Test number
    533151596536
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

  13. Fail23,497 miles (+1,631)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,497 miles
    Test number
    644017293572
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

  14. Fail21,866 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,866 miles
    Test number
    167770245171
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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)

  15. Pass21,866 miles (+2,840)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    21,866 miles
    Test number
    189960945124
    • 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)

  16. Pass19,026 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    19,026 miles
    Test number
    206749944478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail19,026 miles (+3,360)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,026 miles
    Test number
    779448944103
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped (pads serviceable)
    • NoteFront tyres worn on inner edges
    • NoteRear wheels binding slightly

  18. Pass15,666 miles (+2,704)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    15,666 miles
    Test number
    237127033125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass12,962 miles (+3,289)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    12,962 miles
    Test number
    359112852178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass9,673 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    9,673 miles
    Test number
    707006341103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LO08 FDG

Does LO08 FDG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LO08 FDG is valid until 20 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LO08 FDG?
The MOT on LO08 FDG is valid until 20 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LO08 FDG done?
LO08 FDG was recorded at 81,405 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2026, an average of 4,786 miles a year.
Has LO08 FDG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO08 FDG has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LO08 FDG 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 LO08 FDG find?
LO08 FDG passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; chip on windscreen; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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