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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,390 cc

LR08 DOUMOT history

LR08 DOU is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 12 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 3 Dec 2026 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 119,336 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2025.

LR08 DOU grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Dec 2026
Mileage
119,336 mi
At MOT on 4 Dec 2025
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,231 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 DOU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
12 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 DOU was last recorded at 119,336 miles on 4 Dec 2025, 7,293 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
112,043 miles · 25 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
7,293 miles
Average per year
6,231 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 119,336 miles
  • 2024 – 112,043 miles
  • 2023 – 102,698 miles
  • 2022 – 95,405 miles
  • 2021 – 90,373 miles
  • 2020 – 86,630 miles
  • 2019 – 83,643 miles
  • 2018 – 76,178 miles
  • 2017 – 69,177 miles
  • 2016 – 59,843 miles
  • 2015 – 54,615 miles
  • 2014 – 45,892 miles
  • 2013 – 36,713 miles
  • 2012 – 32,974 miles
  • 2011 – 26,803 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,336 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 28 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,336 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    119,336 miles
    Test number
    198443902350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail119,336 miles (+7,293)1 dangerous2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,336 miles
    Test number
    979387559451
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorElectrical wiring inadequately secured engine compartment ecu. (4.11 (a) (i))
  3. Pass112,043 miles (+9,345)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    112,043 miles
    Test number
    573998568154
    • MinorFront Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective n/s and o/s (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle to back box joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Undertray not fully secure plus damaged (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded n/ s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield loose
  4. Pass102,698 miles (+7,293)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    102,698 miles
    Test number
    144129160949

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass95,405 miles (+5,032)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    95,405 miles
    Test number
    226218262915

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass90,373 miles (+3,743)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    90,373 miles
    Test number
    879092495038
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass86,630 miles (+2,987)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    86,630 miles
    Test number
    388441653642
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated
  8. Pass83,643 miles (+7,465)
    MOT expiry
    25 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    83,643 miles
    Test number
    639123301905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass76,178 miles (+7,001)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    76,178 miles
    Test number
    507480732370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass69,177 miles (+9,334)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    69,177 miles
    Test number
    230321138672

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass59,843 miles (+5,228)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    59,843 miles
    Test number
    160885747905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass54,615 miles (+8,723)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    54,615 miles
    Test number
    275516365451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass45,892 miles (+9,179)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    45,892 miles
    Test number
    128125674103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass36,713 miles (+3,739)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    36,713 miles
    Test number
    645477473159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass32,974 miles (+6,171)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    32,974 miles
    Test number
    426849002070
    • 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)
  16. Pass26,803 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    26,803 miles
    Test number
    928568421016
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Fail26,803 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,803 miles
    Test number
    156268821467
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LR08 DOU

Does LR08 DOU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 DOU is valid until 3 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR08 DOU?
The MOT on LR08 DOU is valid until 3 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 DOU done?
LR08 DOU was recorded at 119,336 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2025, an average of 6,231 miles a year.
Has LR08 DOU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 DOU has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LR08 DOU 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 LR08 DOU find?
LR08 DOU passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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