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Volkswagen FOX

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,198 cc

LO08 FDJMOT history

LO08 FDJ is a black petrol Volkswagen FOX first used on 30 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 5 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 89,877 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2026.

LO08 FDJ black Volkswagen Fox – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Fox, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 5 Mar 2027
Mileage
89,877 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,947 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO08 FDJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
FOX
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO08 FDJ was last recorded at 89,877 miles on 6 Mar 2026, 6,006 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
83,871 miles · 27 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
6,006 miles
Average per year
4,947 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,877 miles
  • 2024 – 83,871 miles
  • 2023 – 77,795 miles
  • 2022 – 76,609 miles
  • 2021 – 74,456 miles
  • 2020 – 72,111 miles
  • 2019 – 68,760 miles
  • 2018 – 65,257 miles
  • 2017 – 60,449 miles
  • 2016 – 56,764 miles
  • 2015 – 54,229 miles
  • 2014 – 43,175 miles
  • 2013 – 36,434 miles
  • 2012 – 28,508 miles
  • 2011 – 16,780 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,877 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.

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 27 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,877 miles (+6,006)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    89,877 miles
    Test number
    387188828762

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass83,871 miles2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    83,871 miles
    Test number
    651694274541
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Fail83,871 miles (+6,076)2 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,871 miles
    Test number
    401685937977
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Pass77,795 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    77,795 miles
    Test number
    830879400540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail77,792 miles (+1,183)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,792 miles
    Test number
    194037191511
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

  6. Pass76,609 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    76,609 miles
    Test number
    535930732937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail76,604 miles (+2,148)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,604 miles
    Test number
    277019044664
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass74,456 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    74,456 miles
    Test number
    427996265189
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi Pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 Slightly Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail74,456 miles (+2,345)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,456 miles
    Test number
    826977294668
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi Pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 Slightly Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass72,111 miles (+3,351)3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    72,111 miles
    Test number
    200814919080
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Both front. (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake operation pressure/vacuum assistance close to minimum requirement (1.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryServo vacuum pipe cracked in few places but not leaking. Adv. repair ASAP.
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres worn on edge. (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass68,760 miles (+3,503)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    68,760 miles
    Test number
    874614728353
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass65,257 miles (+4,808)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    65,257 miles
    Test number
    262994999616
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass60,449 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    60,449 miles
    Test number
    857383795548

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail60,449 miles (+3,685)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,449 miles
    Test number
    975942250685
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass56,764 miles (+2,535)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    56,764 miles
    Test number
    305379109337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass54,229 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    54,229 miles
    Test number
    896422315282
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail54,229 miles (+11,054)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,229 miles
    Test number
    369482215486
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass43,175 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    43,175 miles
    Test number
    227592434167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail43,175 miles (+6,741)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,175 miles
    Test number
    298262434428
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass36,434 miles (+7,926)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    36,434 miles
    Test number
    299390253424
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass28,508 miles (+11,728)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    28,508 miles
    Test number
    539349332191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass16,780 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    16,780 miles
    Test number
    149837641173
    • 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)

  23. Fail16,780 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,780 miles
    Test number
    488107741103
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • 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)

Questions about LO08 FDJ

Does LO08 FDJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LO08 FDJ is valid until 5 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LO08 FDJ?
The MOT on LO08 FDJ is valid until 5 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LO08 FDJ done?
LO08 FDJ was recorded at 89,877 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2026, an average of 4,947 miles a year.
Has LO08 FDJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO08 FDJ has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LO08 FDJ 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 FDJ find?
LO08 FDJ passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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