Volkswagen logo

Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,422 cc

LP08 BAXMOT history

LP08 BAX is a silver diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 17 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 114,765 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2026.

LP08 BAX silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 13 Jan 2027
Mileage
114,765 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,059 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LP08 BAX in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 BAX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,422 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
17 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 BAX was last recorded at 114,765 miles on 14 Jan 2026, 14,125 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,640 miles · 4 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
14,125 miles
Average per year
6,059 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,765 miles
  • 2024 – 100,640 miles
  • 2023 – 98,533 miles
  • 2022 – 93,599 miles
  • 2021 – 92,617 miles
  • 2020 – 91,946 miles
  • 2019 – 89,903 miles
  • 2018 – 86,432 miles
  • 2017 – 81,265 miles
  • 2016 – 75,568 miles
  • 2015 – 67,495 miles
  • 2014 – 59,283 miles
  • 2013 – 49,302 miles
  • 2012 – 39,030 miles
  • 2011 – 27,936 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,765 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (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 Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Exhaust silencer corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Clutch worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • 3 h/line brake lights out

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • N/s/f rack slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 16 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,765 miles (+14,125)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    114,765 miles
    Test number
    583073834261
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass100,640 miles (+2,107)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    100,640 miles
    Test number
    146391965910
    • AdvisoryExhaust backbox corroded

  3. Pass98,533 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    98,533 miles
    Test number
    720994217311
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer corroded

  4. Fail98,533 miles (+4,934)1 dangerous8 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,533 miles
    Test number
    830542866176
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) arm (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing not checked due to brake binding
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer corroded
    • AdvisorySecondary bonnet catch seized

  5. Pass93,599 miles (+982)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    93,599 miles
    Test number
    154865772519
    • AdvisoryOSR brake slight bind

  6. Pass92,617 miles (+671)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    92,617 miles
    Test number
    163792259396
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working

  7. Pass91,946 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    91,946 miles
    Test number
    196187267506
    • AdvisoryClutch worn

  8. Fail91,946 miles (+2,043)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,946 miles
    Test number
    381224869638
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryClutch worn

  9. Pass89,903 miles (+3,471)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    89,903 miles
    Test number
    966863983299
    • AdvisoryOSF CV boot perishing
    • AdvisoryOSR tyre low pressure and cracking on outer tread
    • AdvisoryReverse lights out
    • AdvisorySome of high line brake lights out

  10. Pass86,432 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    86,432 miles
    Test number
    754394345170
    • Advisory3 h/line brake lights out
    • AdvisoryN/s/f rack slight play

  11. Fail86,432 miles (+5,167)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,432 miles
    Test number
    600312562997
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • Advisory3 h/line brake lights out
    • AdvisoryN/s/f rack slight play

  12. Pass81,265 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    81,265 miles
    Test number
    855083936160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail81,265 miles (+5,697)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,265 miles
    Test number
    572787787730
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryCouple of highline brakelight bulbs out
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryNS CV boot leaking grease
    • AdvisoryNSF tyre worn on edges

  14. Pass75,568 miles (+8,073)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    75,568 miles
    Test number
    552724866526
    • AdvisoryOS CV boot leaking grease
    • AdvisoryOSF tyre worn on inner edge

  15. Pass67,495 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    67,495 miles
    Test number
    476689373180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail67,495 miles (+8,212)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,495 miles
    Test number
    380691715103
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass59,283 miles (+9,981)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    59,283 miles
    Test number
    279455744243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail49,302 miles1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,302 miles
    Test number
    585859553298
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Note1 of highline brake bulbs out
    • NoteNSF tyre worn outer edge
    • NoteRear tyres have slight cracking in tread

  19. Pass49,302 miles (+10,272)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    49,302 miles
    Test number
    885789553275
    • Note1 of highline brake bulbs out
    • NoteNSF tyre worn outer edge
    • NoteRear tyres have slight cracking in tread

  20. Pass39,030 miles (+11,094)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    39,030 miles
    Test number
    849872462224
    • NoteRear tyre walls cracking
    • NoteSmall chip in windscreen

  21. Pass27,936 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    27,936 miles
    Test number
    895869451241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail27,936 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,936 miles
    Test number
    938029551271
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Questions about LP08 BAX

Does LP08 BAX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP08 BAX is valid until 13 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP08 BAX?
The MOT on LP08 BAX is valid until 13 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP08 BAX done?
LP08 BAX was recorded at 114,765 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2026, an average of 6,059 miles a year.
Has LP08 BAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 BAX has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LP08 BAX 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 LP08 BAX find?
LP08 BAX passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; nearside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively, and 5 more.

Related registrations

Browse all LP08B registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.