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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,390 cc

LR08 MXHMOT history

LR08 MXH is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 11 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 13 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 28 MOT tests, with 127,542 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Feb 2026.

LR08 MXH silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Mar 2027
Mileage
127,542 mi
At MOT on 25 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
16 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,778 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 MXH
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
11 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 MXH was last recorded at 127,542 miles on 25 Feb 2026, 5,054 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,488 miles · 14 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
5,054 miles
Average per year
6,778 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,542 miles
  • 2025 – 122,488 miles
  • 2024 – 117,013 miles
  • 2023 – 110,436 miles
  • 2022 – 103,890 miles
  • 2021 – 95,029 miles
  • 2020 – 92,195 miles
  • 2019 – 87,299 miles
  • 2018 – 83,048 miles
  • 2017 – 80,160 miles
  • 2016 – 74,158 miles
  • 2015 – 64,412 miles
  • 2014 – 51,361 miles
  • 2013 – 39,483 miles
  • 2012 – 32,711 miles
  • 2011 – 25,893 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,542 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi section

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass127,542 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    127,542 miles
    Test number
    649139725581
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail127,542 miles (+5,054)1 dangerous3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,542 miles
    Test number
    382294063476
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. 195/55/15 (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass122,488 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    122,488 miles
    Test number
    675645077339
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail122,488 miles (+5,475)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,488 miles
    Test number
    788244500880
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass117,013 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    117,013 miles
    Test number
    264033924830
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail117,013 miles (+6,577)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,013 miles
    Test number
    854589573569
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass110,436 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    110,436 miles
    Test number
    817082840033
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail110,436 miles (+6,546)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,436 miles
    Test number
    629449200635
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 195/55R15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass103,890 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    103,890 miles
    Test number
    744275208687
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deep age cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail103,890 miles (+8,861)1 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,890 miles
    Test number
    251235442460
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deep age cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass95,029 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    95,029 miles
    Test number
    233082832278
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake recorded 18%,it may need adjustment or repair.

  12. Fail95,023 miles (+2,828)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,023 miles
    Test number
    352237979212
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake recorded 18%,it may need adjustment or repair.

  13. Pass92,195 miles (+4,896)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    92,195 miles
    Test number
    740771463128
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass87,299 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    87,299 miles
    Test number
    198684713360
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated slight seepage of grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rearward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rearward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))

  15. Fail87,297 miles (+4,249)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,297 miles
    Test number
    981791509485
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Stop lamps remain on (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated slight seepage of grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rearward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rearward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))

  16. Pass83,048 miles (+2,888)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    83,048 miles
    Test number
    290688787766

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass80,160 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    80,160 miles
    Test number
    750423020247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail80,160 miles (+6,002)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,160 miles
    Test number
    381558492319
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush on wishbone (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working in door mirror (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass74,158 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    74,158 miles
    Test number
    410016649269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail74,157 miles (+9,745)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,157 miles
    Test number
    882887732951
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  21. Pass64,412 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    64,412 miles
    Test number
    696684265002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail64,411 miles (+13,050)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,411 miles
    Test number
    287164265069
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  23. Pass51,361 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    51,361 miles
    Test number
    326163664034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail51,361 miles (+11,878)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,361 miles
    Test number
    615063564011
    • 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)

  25. Pass39,483 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    39,483 miles
    Test number
    335320363046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail39,483 miles (+6,772)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,483 miles
    Test number
    439060763091
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass32,711 miles (+6,818)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    32,711 miles
    Test number
    508011852039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass25,893 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    25,893 miles
    Test number
    716807551002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 MXH

Does LR08 MXH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 MXH is valid until 13 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 MXH?
The MOT on LR08 MXH is valid until 13 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 MXH done?
LR08 MXH was recorded at 127,542 miles at its MOT on 25 Feb 2026, an average of 6,778 miles a year.
Has LR08 MXH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 MXH has failed 12 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LR08 MXH 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 MXH find?
LR08 MXH passed its latest MOT on 25 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: offside front lower anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 1 more.

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