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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,390 cc

LO08 FDNMOT history

LO08 FDN is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 16 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 113,210 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2026.

LO08 FDN black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Mar 2027
Mileage
113,210 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,126 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO08 FDN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO08 FDN was last recorded at 113,210 miles on 20 Feb 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,209 miles · 19 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
7,126 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,210 miles
  • 2025 – 107,225 miles
  • 2024 – 99,276 miles
  • 2023 – 90,865 miles
  • 2022 – 84,014 miles
  • 2021 – 76,981 miles
  • 2020 – 71,862 miles
  • 2019 – 65,711 miles
  • 2018 – 58,173 miles
  • 2017 – 50,918 miles
  • 2016 – 44,749 miles
  • 2015 – 37,433 miles
  • 2014 – 27,601 miles
  • 2013 – 18,292 miles
  • 2012 – 12,270 miles
  • 2011 – 7,492 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,210 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront head lights cloudy both sidesRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded 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.

  • Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    Minor5 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 21 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,210 miles (+1)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    113,210 miles
    Test number
    404512292957
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront head lights cloudy both sides
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail113,209 miles (+5,984)4 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,209 miles
    Test number
    447301444751
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront head lights cloudy both sides
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHand brake lever has increase reverse travel

  3. Pass107,225 miles (+7,949)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    107,225 miles
    Test number
    254038092540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass99,276 miles (+8,411)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    99,276 miles
    Test number
    570591420748
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass90,865 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    90,865 miles
    Test number
    458255585744
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail90,864 miles (+6,850)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,864 miles
    Test number
    249134253072
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements both sides (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass84,014 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    84,014 miles
    Test number
    563514095431
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail84,014 miles (+7,033)2 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,014 miles
    Test number
    479389430579
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  9. Pass76,981 miles (+5,119)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    76,981 miles
    Test number
    772963198400
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass71,862 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    71,862 miles
    Test number
    968335149323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail71,862 miles (+6,151)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,862 miles
    Test number
    995414217053
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass65,711 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    65,711 miles
    Test number
    406860695967
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has slight reserve travel

  13. Fail65,711 miles (+127)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,711 miles
    Test number
    639387064189
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has slight reserve travel

  14. Fail65,584 miles (+7,411)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,584 miles
    Test number
    658139932228
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHand brake travel high

  15. Pass58,173 miles (+7,255)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    58,173 miles
    Test number
    312631869160
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Pass50,918 miles (+6,169)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    50,918 miles
    Test number
    982782887937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass44,749 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    44,749 miles
    Test number
    177236421870

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail44,749 miles (+7,316)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,749 miles
    Test number
    518571672154
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

  19. Pass37,433 miles (+9,832)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    37,433 miles
    Test number
    855847905164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass27,601 miles (+9,309)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    27,601 miles
    Test number
    757720394024
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass18,292 miles (+6,022)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    18,292 miles
    Test number
    486374393005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass12,270 miles (+4,778)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    12,270 miles
    Test number
    917254892098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass7,492 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    7,492 miles
    Test number
    629241811143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LO08 FDN

Does LO08 FDN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LO08 FDN is valid until 16 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LO08 FDN?
The MOT on LO08 FDN is valid until 16 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 FDN done?
LO08 FDN was recorded at 113,210 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2026, an average of 7,126 miles a year.
Has LO08 FDN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO08 FDN has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LO08 FDN 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 FDN find?
LO08 FDN passed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside front side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides, and 4 more.

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