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Volkswagen FOX

Red · Petrol · 2008 · 1,198 cc

LR08 DROMOT history

LR08 DRO is a red petrol Volkswagen FOX first used on 29 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 3 Nov 2023 and it has passed 12 of 21 MOT tests, with 83,834 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2022.

LR08 DRO red Volkswagen Fox – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Fox, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 3 Nov 2023
Mileage
83,834 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2022
MOT tests
21
12 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,683 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 DRO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
FOX
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
29 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 DRO was last recorded at 83,834 miles on 4 Nov 2022, 45 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,789 miles · 2 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
45 miles
Average per year
5,683 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 83,834 miles
  • 2021 – 77,400 miles
  • 2020 – 74,609 miles
  • 2019 – 68,573 miles
  • 2018 – 62,831 miles
  • 2017 – 55,385 miles
  • 2016 – 49,630 miles
  • 2015 – 45,763 miles
  • 2014 – 41,309 miles
  • 2013 – 33,035 miles
  • 2012 – 22,958 miles
  • 2011 – 17,991 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,834 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured slight white

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured slight white

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • ADVICE REAR BUMPER DAMAGE/ BROKEN

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass83,834 miles (+45)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    83,834 miles
    Test number
    647179736459
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail83,789 miles (+6,389)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,789 miles
    Test number
    425307070400
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass77,400 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    77,400 miles
    Test number
    374954911575
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail77,395 miles (+2,786)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,395 miles
    Test number
    537730491216
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass74,609 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    74,609 miles
    Test number
    847744689779

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail74,609 miles (+25)1 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,609 miles
    Test number
    972138443418
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  7. Fail74,584 miles (+57)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,584 miles
    Test number
    999539462224
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured slight white (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured slight white (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Fail74,527 miles (+5,954)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,527 miles
    Test number
    917453020889
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured slight white (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured slight white (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Pass68,573 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    68,573 miles
    Test number
    857850712612
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear bumper damage/broken

  10. Fail68,567 miles (+5,736)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,567 miles
    Test number
    620429736300
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (rear bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear bumper damage/broken
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade split

  11. Pass62,831 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    62,831 miles
    Test number
    851352059066
    • AdvisoryADVICE REAR BUMPER DAMAGE/ BROKEN
    • AdvisoryADVICE REAR WIPER BLADE SPLIT
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail62,825 miles (+7,440)2 dangerous8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,825 miles
    Test number
    500047701639
    • DangerousBrake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
    • DangerousNearside Front front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working BOTH (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryADVICE REAR BUMPER DAMAGE/ BROKEN
    • AdvisoryADVICE REAR WIPER BLADE SPLIT
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass55,385 miles (+16)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    55,385 miles
    Test number
    703212564196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBody damage o/s and rear

  14. Fail55,369 miles (+5,739)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,369 miles
    Test number
    314133834990
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  15. Pass49,630 miles (+3,867)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    49,630 miles
    Test number
    991766026987

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass45,763 miles (+4,454)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    45,763 miles
    Test number
    778637795078
    • NoteBoth rear tyres - sidewalls cracked

  17. Pass41,309 miles (+8,274)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    41,309 miles
    Test number
    589310204110
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass33,035 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    33,035 miles
    Test number
    115585083093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail33,035 miles (+10,077)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,035 miles
    Test number
    125345483056
    • 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)
    • 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)
    • NoteAll four tyres cracked/perished

  20. Pass22,958 miles (+4,967)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    22,958 miles
    Test number
    106558582060
    • NoteNsf tyre cracking
    • NoteSlight play in nsf lower arm rear bush

  21. Pass17,991 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    17,991 miles
    Test number
    556594091000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 DRO

Does LR08 DRO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 DRO expired on 3 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 DRO?
The MOT on LR08 DRO expired on 3 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 DRO done?
LR08 DRO was recorded at 83,834 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2022, an average of 5,683 miles a year.
Has LR08 DRO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 DRO has failed 9 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on LR08 DRO 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 DRO find?
LR08 DRO passed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2022 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; rear coil spring corroded both sides.

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