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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,198 cc

LO08 ORSMOT history

LO08 ORS is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 18 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 30 Jul 2025 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 107,015 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2024.

LO08 ORS grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 30 Jul 2025
Mileage
107,015 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2024
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,343 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO08 ORS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
18 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO08 ORS was last recorded at 107,015 miles on 20 Jul 2024, 3,369 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,646 miles · 28 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
3,369 miles
Average per year
6,343 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 107,015 miles
  • 2023 – 103,646 miles
  • 2022 – 96,312 miles
  • 2021 – 89,575 miles
  • 2020 – 83,456 miles
  • 2019 – 76,924 miles
  • 2018 – 70,652 miles
  • 2017 – 64,725 miles
  • 2016 – 59,438 miles
  • 2015 – 53,958 miles
  • 2014 – 45,673 miles
  • 2013 – 38,762 miles
  • 2012 – 33,827 miles
  • 2011 – 23,866 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,015 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 11 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,015 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    107,015 miles
    Test number
    795574350276
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail107,015 miles (+3,369)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,015 miles
    Test number
    769282065485
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass103,646 miles (+7,334)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    103,646 miles
    Test number
    855957005945
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass96,312 miles (+6,737)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    96,312 miles
    Test number
    239823021781
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass89,575 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    89,575 miles
    Test number
    648856355334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail89,571 miles (+6,115)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,571 miles
    Test number
    958207223868
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass83,456 miles (+6,532)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    83,456 miles
    Test number
    378835944362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass76,924 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    76,924 miles
    Test number
    433740503223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail76,924 miles (+6,272)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,924 miles
    Test number
    456600386653
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass70,652 miles (+5,927)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    70,652 miles
    Test number
    264479019097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass64,725 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    64,725 miles
    Test number
    325618301205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail64,716 miles (+5,278)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,716 miles
    Test number
    298880902561
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  13. Pass59,438 miles (+55)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    59,438 miles
    Test number
    943565525954
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail59,383 miles (+5,425)9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,383 miles
    Test number
    105818022975
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass53,958 miles (+8,285)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    53,958 miles
    Test number
    439368895137
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail45,673 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,673 miles
    Test number
    298671984169
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass45,673 miles (+6,911)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    45,673 miles
    Test number
    426541784128
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass38,762 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    38,762 miles
    Test number
    297239453462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail38,762 miles (+4,935)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,762 miles
    Test number
    877812753138
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass33,827 miles (+9,961)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    33,827 miles
    Test number
    869252672106
    • 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)

  21. Pass23,866 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    23,866 miles
    Test number
    146052361125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LO08 ORS

Does LO08 ORS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LO08 ORS expired on 30 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LO08 ORS?
The MOT on LO08 ORS expired on 30 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LO08 ORS done?
LO08 ORS was recorded at 107,015 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2024, an average of 6,343 miles a year.
Has LO08 ORS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO08 ORS has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LO08 ORS 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 ORS find?
LO08 ORS passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2024 with 2 advisories: front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both.

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