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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,390 cc

LR08 LZVMOT history

LR08 LZV is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 7 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 9 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 64,185 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

LR08 LZV silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Oct 2027
Mileage
64,185 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,170 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 LZV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
7 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 LZV was last recorded at 64,185 miles on 1 Oct 2026, 5,869 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
58,316 miles · 6 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
5,869 miles
Average per year
3,170 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 64,185 miles
  • 2025 – 58,316 miles
  • 2024 – 52,778 miles
  • 2023 – 47,713 miles
  • 2022 – 43,395 miles
  • 2021 – 38,867 miles
  • 2020 – 37,411 miles
  • 2019 – 33,692 miles
  • 2018 – 28,281 miles
  • 2017 – 26,699 miles
  • 2016 – 24,432 miles
  • 2015 – 22,705 miles
  • 2014 – 21,700 miles
  • 2013 – 20,806 miles
  • 2012 – 18,959 miles
  • 2011 – 14,713 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass64,185 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm Strong Advisory (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm Strong Advisory (5.2.3 (e))

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 Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass64,185 miles (+5,869)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    64,185 miles
    Test number
    913472486989
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm Strong Advisory (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm Strong Advisory (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass58,316 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    58,316 miles
    Test number
    887999681405
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail58,316 miles (+5,538)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,316 miles
    Test number
    826301668617
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass52,778 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    52,778 miles
    Test number
    742151573575
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail52,778 miles (+5,065)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,778 miles
    Test number
    409900532686
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass47,713 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    47,713 miles
    Test number
    545306466665
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail47,713 miles (+4,318)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,713 miles
    Test number
    514337124246
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass43,395 miles (+4,528)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    43,395 miles
    Test number
    691802039851
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  9. Pass38,867 miles (+1,456)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    38,867 miles
    Test number
    750445176502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass37,411 miles (+3,719)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    37,411 miles
    Test number
    860843006610
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass33,692 miles (+5,411)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    33,692 miles
    Test number
    673660934970
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass28,281 miles (+1,582)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    28,281 miles
    Test number
    313953114103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass26,699 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    26,699 miles
    Test number
    172617693503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail26,699 miles (+2,267)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,699 miles
    Test number
    993011452129
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass24,432 miles (+1,727)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    24,432 miles
    Test number
    284909373171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass22,705 miles (+1,005)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    22,705 miles
    Test number
    956717635054
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass21,700 miles (+894)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    21,700 miles
    Test number
    489561854084
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass20,806 miles (+1,847)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    20,806 miles
    Test number
    949985343002
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  19. Pass18,959 miles (+4,246)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    18,959 miles
    Test number
    128514652400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass14,713 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    14,713 miles
    Test number
    768582651062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 LZV

Does LR08 LZV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 LZV is valid until 9 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 LZV?
The MOT on LR08 LZV is valid until 9 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 LZV done?
LR08 LZV was recorded at 64,185 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2026, an average of 3,170 miles a year.
Has LR08 LZV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 LZV has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LR08 LZV 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 LZV find?
LR08 LZV passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: offside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 5 more.

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