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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,422 cc

LR08 LZPMOT history

LR08 LZP is a black diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 31 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 31 MOT tests, with 216,318 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jun 2026.

LR08 LZP black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 31 May 2027
Mileage
216,318 mi
At MOT on 1 Jun 2026
MOT tests
31
16 passed · 15 failed
Per year
10,745 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 LZP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,422 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 May 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 LZP was last recorded at 216,318 miles on 1 Jun 2026, 261 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
216,057 miles · 9 May 2026
Between the last two tests
261 miles
Average per year
10,745 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 216,318 miles
  • 2025 – 198,609 miles
  • 2024 – 194,718 miles
  • 2023 – 190,196 miles
  • 2022 – 188,981 miles
  • 2021 – 176,355 miles
  • 2020 – 151,071 miles
  • 2019 – 131,494 miles
  • 2018 – 122,148 miles
  • 2017 – 109,965 miles
  • 2016 – 104,951 miles
  • 2015 – 101,955 miles
  • 2014 – 90,885 miles
  • 2013 – 80,915 miles
  • 2012 – 69,459 miles
  • 2011 – 53,719 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass216,318 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryHas corrosion under body, sills and suspension components but not considered excessive yet

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

    Minor7 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 14 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass216,318 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2027
    Odometer
    216,318 miles
    Test number
    859662485469
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHas corrosion under body, sills and suspension components but not considered excessive yet

  2. Fail216,318 miles (+261)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,318 miles
    Test number
    918676982514
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHas corrosion under body, sills and suspension components but not considered excessive yet

  3. Fail216,057 miles (+17,448)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,057 miles
    Test number
    441976989629
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle missing seat belt missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp effecting stop light (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working not working when side lights are turned on. bulb fitted incorrectly (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear seat belt slow to retract back
    • AdvisoryBoth front headlamp bulbs different colors
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light illuminated on dashboard but brake pads are ok

  4. Pass198,609 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2026
    Odometer
    198,609 miles
    Test number
    613090651052
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Fail198,609 miles (+3,891)1 major2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,609 miles
    Test number
    489467237972
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass194,718 miles4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2025
    Odometer
    194,718 miles
    Test number
    143606315401
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (worn on edge) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (worn on edge) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (worn on edge) (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail194,718 miles (+4,522)2 dangerous5 major4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,718 miles
    Test number
    498095836628
    • DangerousNearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 195/55/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (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))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (worn on edge) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (worn on edge) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (worn on edge) (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass190,196 miles3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2024
    Odometer
    190,196 miles
    Test number
    591456569053
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail190,196 miles (+1,215)4 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,196 miles
    Test number
    933054274641
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass188,981 miles (+12)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2023
    Odometer
    188,981 miles
    Test number
    638578824472
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail188,969 miles (+12,614)1 dangerous6 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,969 miles
    Test number
    839625685358
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 195/55/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass176,355 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2022
    Odometer
    176,355 miles
    Test number
    613331778250
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust section deteriorated / corroded

  13. Fail176,355 miles (+25,284)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,355 miles
    Test number
    539018087973
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust section deteriorated / corroded

  14. Pass151,071 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    151,071 miles
    Test number
    905653576884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail151,071 miles (+19,577)3 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,071 miles
    Test number
    189044125053
    • DangerousBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Windscreen in such a condition that visibility through swept area is seriously affected (3.2 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Pass131,494 miles (+9,346)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    131,494 miles
    Test number
    722206050844
    • AdvisoryRear parking brake just met

  17. Pass122,148 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    122,148 miles
    Test number
    282972919047
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  18. Fail122,148 miles (+12,183)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,148 miles
    Test number
    790823815782
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  19. Pass109,965 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    109,965 miles
    Test number
    868835734192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail109,964 miles (+5,013)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,964 miles
    Test number
    822018150564
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass104,951 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    104,951 miles
    Test number
    556554608415
    • AdvisoryBoth front wipers deteriorated
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  22. Fail104,951 miles (+2,996)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,951 miles
    Test number
    176210534757
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake discs worn
    • AdvisoryBoth front wipers deteriorated
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryPlay in nearside front steering rack/inner joint
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  23. Pass101,955 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    101,955 miles
    Test number
    159328745426
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn
    • NoteOil level on minimum
    • NoteRear exhaust slightly corroded

  24. Fail101,955 miles (+11,070)1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,955 miles
    Test number
    886578645096
    • Repaired at testStop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn
    • NoteOil level on minimum
    • NoteRear exhaust slightly corroded

  25. Pass90,885 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    90,885 miles
    Test number
    177969054499
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn

  26. Fail90,885 miles (+9,970)6 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,885 miles
    Test number
    678448554061
    • FailureNearside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteFront brake application slightly uneven
    • NoteFront brake discs worn

  27. Pass80,915 miles (+11,456)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    80,915 miles
    Test number
    145714093026
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre 2.5mm tread remaining

  28. Pass69,459 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    69,459 miles
    Test number
    578265792012
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  29. Fail69,459 miles (+15,740)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,459 miles
    Test number
    728565392014
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  30. Pass53,719 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    53,719 miles
    Test number
    888804501130
    • 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)

  31. Fail53,719 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,719 miles
    Test number
    739484501193
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)

Questions about LR08 LZP

Does LR08 LZP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 LZP is valid until 31 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 LZP?
The MOT on LR08 LZP is valid until 31 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 LZP done?
LR08 LZP was recorded at 216,318 miles at its MOT on 1 Jun 2026, an average of 10,745 miles a year.
Has LR08 LZP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 LZP has failed 15 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LR08 LZP 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 LZP find?
LR08 LZP passed its latest MOT on 1 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both; has corrosion under body, sills and suspension components but not considered excessive yet.

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