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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,390 cc

LP08 WUMMOT history

LP08 WUM is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Jul 2008. Its MOT expired on 30 Aug 2024 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 111,953 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2023.

LP08 WUM silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 30 Aug 2024
Mileage
111,953 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2023
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,995 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 WUM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 WUM was last recorded at 111,953 miles on 11 Aug 2023, 7,350 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
104,603 miles · 26 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
7,350 miles
Average per year
7,995 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 111,953 miles
  • 2022 – 104,603 miles
  • 2021 – 97,562 miles
  • 2020 – 92,923 miles
  • 2019 – 89,309 miles
  • 2018 – 88,432 miles
  • 2017 – 78,331 miles
  • 2016 – 74,172 miles
  • 2015 – 66,960 miles
  • 2014 – 53,808 miles
  • 2013 – 40,359 miles
  • 2012 – 28,246 miles
  • 2011 – 15,534 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,953 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 20 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,953 miles (+7,350)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    111,953 miles
    Test number
    939991111463
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass104,603 miles4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    104,603 miles
    Test number
    959014097125
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail104,603 miles (+7,041)1 dangerous4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,603 miles
    Test number
    539821724229
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass97,562 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    97,562 miles
    Test number
    869067850838
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail97,562 miles (+4,639)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,562 miles
    Test number
    509301376574
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass92,923 miles (+3,614)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    92,923 miles
    Test number
    316058723348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass89,309 miles (+877)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    89,309 miles
    Test number
    247314874268
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever close to end of travel

  8. Pass88,432 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    88,432 miles
    Test number
    640471556402
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryH/brake travel

  9. Fail83,432 miles (+5,101)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,432 miles
    Test number
    603698780973
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryH/brake travel

  10. Pass78,331 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    78,331 miles
    Test number
    798087328237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail78,331 miles (+4,159)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,331 miles
    Test number
    310962104581
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  12. Pass74,172 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    74,172 miles
    Test number
    648872378775
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre perished/splits to inner edges

  13. Fail74,172 miles (+7,212)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,172 miles
    Test number
    248937102860
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre perished/splits to inner edges

  14. Pass66,960 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    66,960 miles
    Test number
    448509985114
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail66,960 miles (+13,152)2 failures2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,960 miles
    Test number
    139509385177
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass53,808 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    53,808 miles
    Test number
    117504504267
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail53,808 miles (+13,449)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,808 miles
    Test number
    388594604241
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Lower Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass40,359 miles (+12,113)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    40,359 miles
    Test number
    705126403208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass28,246 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    28,246 miles
    Test number
    255757402296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail28,246 miles (+12,712)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,246 miles
    Test number
    389787602257
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Lower Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

  21. Pass15,534 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    15,534 miles
    Test number
    346191601492
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

Questions about LP08 WUM

Does LP08 WUM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LP08 WUM expired on 30 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LP08 WUM?
The MOT on LP08 WUM expired on 30 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LP08 WUM done?
LP08 WUM was recorded at 111,953 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2023, an average of 7,995 miles a year.
Has LP08 WUM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 WUM has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LP08 WUM 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 WUM find?
LP08 WUM passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2023 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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