Volkswagen FOX
Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,198 cc
LP08 TLNMOT history
LP08 TLN is a grey petrol Volkswagen FOX first used on 18 Aug 2008. Its MOT is valid until 5 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 157,392 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2025.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 5 Dec 2026
- Mileage
- 157,392 mi
- At MOT on 18 Nov 2025
- MOT tests
- 24
- 16 passed · 8 failed
- Per year
- 8,639 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LP08 TLN
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- FOX
- Colour
- Grey
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,198 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2008
- First used
- 18 Aug 2008
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 5 Dec 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 18 Nov 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
LP08 TLN was last recorded at 157,392 miles on 18 Nov 2025, 1,765 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Nov 2024.
- Previous MOT
- 155,627 miles · 28 Nov 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 1,765 miles
- Average per year
- 8,639 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 157,392 miles
- 2024 – 155,627 miles
- 2023 – 140,928 miles
- 2022 – 126,836 miles
- 2021 – 115,179 miles
- 2020 – 109,514 miles
- 2019 – 108,248 miles
- 2018 – 92,670 miles
- 2017 – 83,351 miles
- 2016 – 77,651 miles
- 2015 – 77,641 miles
- 2014 – 67,191 miles
- 2013 – 54,343 miles
- 2012 – 44,476 miles
- 2011 – 33,764 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass157,392 miles
- AdvisoryBrake servo hose perished
- AdvisorySlight play in steering
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.
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021
Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits
Major3 MOTs, 2021–2024
Slight play in offside steering
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt
Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid
Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023
Full MOT history
24 tests since 28 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass157,392 miles (+1,765)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Dec 2026
- Odometer
- 157,392 miles
- Test number
- 554758835327
- AdvisoryBrake servo hose perished
- AdvisorySlight play in steering
Pass155,627 miles (+10)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 5 Dec 2025
- Odometer
- 155,627 miles
- Test number
- 408322349250
- AdvisorySlight play in offside steering
Fail155,617 miles (+14,689)5 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 155,617 miles
- Test number
- 269561423802
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexy & joints (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Coil spring fractured or broken Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySlight play in offside steering
Pass140,928 miles1 dangerous5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Dec 2024
- Odometer
- 140,928 miles
- Test number
- 519002188141
- DangerousNearside Front tyre worn badly on edge's
- AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryEngine oil light on at idle
Fail140,928 miles (+14,092)2 dangerous8 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 140,928 miles
- Test number
- 446344262153
- DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- DangerousNearside Front tyre worn badly on edge's
- MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted just under headlight (6.1.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened top shock mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- MajorPower steering component leaking pos. pipe leaking (underside) (2.1.5 (a))
- MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryEngine oil light on at idle
Pass126,836 miles (+137)
- MOT expiry
- 5 Dec 2023
- Odometer
- 126,836 miles
- Test number
- 682896807428
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail126,699 miles (+11,520)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 126,699 miles
- Test number
- 152038573295
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass115,179 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 2 Dec 2022
- Odometer
- 115,179 miles
- Test number
- 654390459018
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryUnderside components covered
Fail115,179 miles (+5,665)6 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 115,179 miles
- Test number
- 975341325096
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryUnderside components covered
Pass109,514 miles (+1)1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 2 Dec 2021
- Odometer
- 109,514 miles
- Test number
- 508386276164
- MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail109,513 miles (+1,265)2 major1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 109,513 miles
- Test number
- 246730137793
- MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
- MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass108,248 miles
- MOT expiry
- 2 Dec 2020
- Odometer
- 108,248 miles
- Test number
- 705418813177
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail108,248 miles (+6,398)1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 108,248 miles
- Test number
- 788219311637
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Pass101,850 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 22 Mar 2020
- Odometer
- 101,850 miles
- Test number
- 334473245373
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Fail101,850 miles (+9,180)1 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 101,850 miles
- Test number
- 345618704309
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Pass92,670 miles (+9,319)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 22 Mar 2019
- Odometer
- 92,670 miles
- Test number
- 374976603380
- AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test sat nav
Pass83,351 miles (+5,700)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 15 Mar 2018
- Odometer
- 83,351 miles
- Test number
- 445762732642
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass77,651 miles (+10)
- MOT expiry
- 14 Mar 2017
- Odometer
- 77,651 miles
- Test number
- 301511024869
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass77,641 miles (+10,450)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Aug 2016
- Odometer
- 77,641 miles
- Test number
- 242217932398
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass67,191 miles (+12,848)
- MOT expiry
- 18 Aug 2015
- Odometer
- 67,191 miles
- Test number
- 996699714262
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass54,343 miles (+9,867)
- MOT expiry
- 18 Aug 2014
- Odometer
- 54,343 miles
- Test number
- 746431623213
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass44,476 miles
- MOT expiry
- 18 Aug 2013
- Odometer
- 44,476 miles
- Test number
- 306203322498
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail44,476 miles (+10,712)1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 44,476 miles
- Test number
- 907153622283
- Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Pass33,764 miles
- MOT expiry
- 18 Aug 2012
- Odometer
- 33,764 miles
- Test number
- 638489001218
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LP08 TLN
- Does LP08 TLN currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP08 TLN is valid until 5 Dec 2026.
- When is the MOT due on LP08 TLN?
- The MOT on LP08 TLN is valid until 5 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LP08 TLN done?
- LP08 TLN was recorded at 157,392 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2025, an average of 8,639 miles a year.
- Has LP08 TLN ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LP08 TLN has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Nov 2024.
- Has the mileage on LP08 TLN 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 TLN find?
- LP08 TLN passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: brake servo hose perished; slight play in steering.
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