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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,198 cc

LR08 DPUMOT history

LR08 DPU is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 4 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 9 Nov 2026 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 97,909 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Nov 2025.

LR08 DPU grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Nov 2026
Mileage
97,909 mi
At MOT on 10 Nov 2025
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,599 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 DPU
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
4 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 DPU was last recorded at 97,909 miles on 10 Nov 2025, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,905 miles · 7 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
5,599 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 97,909 miles
  • 2024 – 85,376 miles
  • 2023 – 78,261 miles
  • 2022 – 71,967 miles
  • 2020 – 66,202 miles
  • 2019 – 59,970 miles
  • 2018 – 52,848 miles
  • 2017 – 46,290 miles
  • 2016 – 39,604 miles
  • 2015 – 33,766 miles
  • 2014 – 29,838 miles
  • 2013 – 23,480 miles
  • 2012 – 19,564 miles
  • 2011 – 15,674 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,909 miles
  • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front seat belt slow to retract

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Windscreen washer not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

24 tests since 4 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,909 miles (+4)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    97,909 miles
    Test number
    795898318833
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Fail97,905 miles (+12,529)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,905 miles
    Test number
    486065647417
    • MajorNearside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil quite bad (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass85,376 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    85,376 miles
    Test number
    280871700397
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat belt slow to retract
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail85,376 miles (+7,115)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,376 miles
    Test number
    481659841044
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat belt slow to retract
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass78,261 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2024
    Odometer
    78,261 miles
    Test number
    855802091598
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat belt slow to retract
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail78,261 miles (+6,294)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,261 miles
    Test number
    743000181547
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat belt slow to retract
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass71,967 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2023
    Odometer
    71,967 miles
    Test number
    437824718473
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail71,966 miles (+5,764)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,966 miles
    Test number
    352874024391
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  9. Pass66,202 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    66,202 miles
    Test number
    430753256498
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively all front (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail66,202 miles (+6,232)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,202 miles
    Test number
    817168055317
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively all front (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass59,970 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    59,970 miles
    Test number
    645324143857
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front , cracked too (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail59,970 miles (+7,122)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,970 miles
    Test number
    252219142248
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front , cracked too (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass52,848 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    52,848 miles
    Test number
    114459293473
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWipers a bit smeary

  14. Fail52,848 miles (+6,558)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,848 miles
    Test number
    371199421212
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWipers a bit smeary

  15. Pass46,290 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2018
    Odometer
    46,290 miles
    Test number
    309618812655

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail46,278 miles (+6,674)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,278 miles
    Test number
    440410788268
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  17. Pass39,604 miles (+5,838)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2017
    Odometer
    39,604 miles
    Test number
    756460587349
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened wear ridge (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass33,766 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2016
    Odometer
    33,766 miles
    Test number
    445396325153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail33,766 miles (+3,928)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,766 miles
    Test number
    948976025185
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  20. Pass29,838 miles (+6,358)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    29,838 miles
    Test number
    176683254491
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass23,480 miles (+3,916)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    23,480 miles
    Test number
    848879953061
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

  22. Pass19,564 miles (+3,890)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    19,564 miles
    Test number
    375577562034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass15,674 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    15,674 miles
    Test number
    269443961006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail15,670 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,670 miles
    Test number
    558943061018
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about LR08 DPU

Does LR08 DPU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 DPU is valid until 9 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR08 DPU?
The MOT on LR08 DPU is valid until 9 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 DPU done?
LR08 DPU was recorded at 97,909 miles at its MOT on 10 Nov 2025, an average of 5,599 miles a year.
Has LR08 DPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 DPU has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LR08 DPU 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 DPU find?
LR08 DPU passed its latest MOT on 10 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 1 more.

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