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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,198 cc

LR08 DPZMOT history

LR08 DPZ is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 15 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 29 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 103,444 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2025.

LR08 DPZ black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Nov 2026
Mileage
103,444 mi
At MOT on 31 Oct 2025
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,505 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 DPZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
15 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
31 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 DPZ was last recorded at 103,444 miles on 31 Oct 2025, 815 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,629 miles · 4 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
815 miles
Average per year
5,505 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 103,444 miles
  • 2024 – 102,629 miles
  • 2023 – 101,456 miles
  • 2022 – 100,038 miles
  • 2021 – 98,398 miles
  • 2020 – 95,579 miles
  • 2019 – 92,467 miles
  • 2018 – 90,840 miles
  • 2017 – 89,916 miles
  • 2016 – 82,349 miles
  • 2015 – 69,601 miles
  • 2014 – 55,409 miles
  • 2013 – 40,862 miles
  • 2012 – 32,239 miles
  • 2011 – 23,196 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,444 miles

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Rear Coil spring corroded Both Sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Both Sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass103,444 miles (+815)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    103,444 miles
    Test number
    835903996064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass102,629 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    102,629 miles
    Test number
    974132226488
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Both Sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail102,609 miles (+1,153)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,609 miles
    Test number
    446449850657
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Both Sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass101,456 miles (+52)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    101,456 miles
    Test number
    327884320313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail101,404 miles (+1,366)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,404 miles
    Test number
    608782212626
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (8.2.1.2 (f))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

  6. Pass100,038 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    100,038 miles
    Test number
    175681209405
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear stop lamp is dim

  7. Fail100,038 miles (+1,640)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,038 miles
    Test number
    746524775700
    • MajorFront Braking system leaking brake servo pipe (1.1.3 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear stop lamp is dim

  8. Pass98,398 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    98,398 miles
    Test number
    164299707766

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail98,398 miles (+2,819)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,398 miles
    Test number
    231249947898
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass95,579 miles (+3,112)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    95,579 miles
    Test number
    105906514670
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass92,467 miles (+1,627)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    92,467 miles
    Test number
    874913651785

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass90,840 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    90,840 miles
    Test number
    222203632307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail90,840 miles (+924)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,840 miles
    Test number
    129727910130
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

  14. Pass89,916 miles (+33)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    89,916 miles
    Test number
    564160181448
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Fail89,883 miles (+7,534)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,883 miles
    Test number
    792137955422
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Oil leak engine bay
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge is close to chowing cord (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

  16. Pass82,349 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    82,349 miles
    Test number
    498386837408
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Fail82,348 miles (+12,747)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,348 miles
    Test number
    987120013104
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass69,601 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    69,601 miles
    Test number
    169064423081
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Fail69,601 miles (+14,192)1 dangerous5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,601 miles
    Test number
    669453323517
    • DangerousPower steering inoperative (2.3.3a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Power steering component(s) leaking at rack. appears ram seal in gaiter. (2.3.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm heavy uneven inner edge wear (4.1.E.1)
    • FailurePower steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass55,409 miles1 dangerous3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    55,409 miles
    Test number
    686344674255
    • DangerousNearside track rod joint at rack play advise replace asap.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre poorcondition. cracks uneven wear.
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  21. Fail55,409 miles (+14,547)1 dangerous1 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,409 miles
    Test number
    726954074260
    • DangerousNearside track rod joint at rack play advise replace asap.
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre poorcondition. cracks uneven wear.
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  22. Fail40,862 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,862 miles
    Test number
    908905353257
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteStereo power lead through bulkhead.

  23. Pass40,862 miles (+8,623)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    40,862 miles
    Test number
    929685953204
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteStereo power lead through bulkhead.

  24. Pass32,239 miles (+15)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    32,239 miles
    Test number
    139509512232
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  25. Fail32,224 miles (+9,028)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,224 miles
    Test number
    648976712284
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  26. Pass23,196 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    23,196 miles
    Test number
    367984591013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 DPZ

Does LR08 DPZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 DPZ is valid until 29 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR08 DPZ?
The MOT on LR08 DPZ is valid until 29 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 DPZ done?
LR08 DPZ was recorded at 103,444 miles at its MOT on 31 Oct 2025, an average of 5,505 miles a year.
Has LR08 DPZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 DPZ has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LR08 DPZ 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 DPZ find?
LR08 DPZ passed its latest MOT on 31 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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