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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,422 cc

LR08 GXTMOT history

LR08 GXT is a grey diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 3 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 170,791 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2026.

LR08 GXT grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Mar 2027
Mileage
170,791 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,007 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 GXT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,422 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 GXT was last recorded at 170,791 miles on 24 Feb 2026, 10,398 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,393 miles · 3 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
10,398 miles
Average per year
10,007 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 170,791 miles
  • 2025 – 160,393 miles
  • 2024 – 146,695 miles
  • 2023 – 134,627 miles
  • 2022 – 125,194 miles
  • 2021 – 115,901 miles
  • 2020 – 107,581 miles
  • 2019 – 97,435 miles
  • 2018 – 86,627 miles
  • 2017 – 78,058 miles
  • 2016 – 66,644 miles
  • 2015 – 54,762 miles
  • 2014 – 46,596 miles
  • 2013 – 39,333 miles
  • 2012 – 29,655 miles
  • 2011 – 20,430 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,791 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 15 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,791 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    170,791 miles
    Test number
    431135056538
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail170,791 miles (+10,398)2 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,791 miles
    Test number
    962887302638
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass160,393 miles (+384)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    160,393 miles
    Test number
    579183072268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail160,009 miles (+13,314)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,009 miles
    Test number
    730950404604
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat (4.1.5 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal travel
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass146,695 miles (+650)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    146,695 miles
    Test number
    503547357562
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail146,045 miles (+11,418)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,045 miles
    Test number
    695730166285
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass134,627 miles (+9,433)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    134,627 miles
    Test number
    973314709052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass125,194 miles (+9,293)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    125,194 miles
    Test number
    636167498129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass115,901 miles (+8,320)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    115,901 miles
    Test number
    677877273815

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass107,581 miles (+10,146)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    107,581 miles
    Test number
    900862729159
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass97,435 miles (+10,808)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    97,435 miles
    Test number
    552571881208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass86,627 miles (+8,569)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    86,627 miles
    Test number
    617492191134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass78,058 miles (+11,414)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    78,058 miles
    Test number
    221661079527
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)

  14. Pass66,644 miles (+11,882)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    66,644 miles
    Test number
    621924109934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass54,762 miles (+8,166)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    54,762 miles
    Test number
    178154655020
    • NoteOffside front tyre close to wear bars inner edge

  16. Pass46,596 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    46,596 miles
    Test number
    159032364461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail46,582 miles (+7,249)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,582 miles
    Test number
    245658454045
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside front tyre bald inner edge very close to legal limit
    • NoteOffside rear tyre close to legal limit

  18. Fail39,333 miles3 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,333 miles
    Test number
    139978853072
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePassenger front seat belt retracting slowly

  19. Pass39,333 miles (+9,678)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    39,333 miles
    Test number
    808788053058
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePassenger front seat belt retracting slowly

  20. Pass29,655 miles (+9,225)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    29,655 miles
    Test number
    719095952061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass20,430 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    20,430 miles
    Test number
    448917141098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail20,430 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,430 miles
    Test number
    369696341010
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LR08 GXT

Does LR08 GXT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 GXT is valid until 3 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 GXT?
The MOT on LR08 GXT is valid until 3 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 GXT done?
LR08 GXT was recorded at 170,791 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2026, an average of 10,007 miles a year.
Has LR08 GXT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 GXT has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LR08 GXT 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 GXT find?
LR08 GXT passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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