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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,198 cc

LR08 ORLMOT history

LR08 ORL is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 21 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 12 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 83,551 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

LR08 ORL grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 Oct 2027
Mileage
83,551 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,041 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 ORL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
21 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 ORL was last recorded at 83,551 miles on 13 Oct 2026, 1,761 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,790 miles · 9 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,761 miles
Average per year
4,041 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,551 miles
  • 2025 – 81,790 miles
  • 2024 – 79,292 miles
  • 2023 – 76,070 miles
  • 2022 – 72,447 miles
  • 2021 – 69,886 miles
  • 2020 – 67,916 miles
  • 2019 – 64,548 miles
  • 2018 – 61,129 miles
  • 2017 – 55,158 miles
  • 2016 – 51,576 miles
  • 2015 – 47,939 miles
  • 2014 – 41,399 miles
  • 2013 – 35,068 miles
  • 2012 – 26,859 miles
  • 2011 – 21,273 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,551 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

21 tests since 16 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,551 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    83,551 miles
    Test number
    726816389253
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail83,551 miles (+1,761)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,551 miles
    Test number
    598269439632
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicator incorrect colour Nearside & Offside (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass81,790 miles (+2,498)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    81,790 miles
    Test number
    407254376466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass79,292 miles (+3,222)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    79,292 miles
    Test number
    314486140135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass76,070 miles (+3,623)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    76,070 miles
    Test number
    169865207969

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass72,447 miles (+2,561)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    72,447 miles
    Test number
    163896865505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass69,886 miles (+1,970)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    69,886 miles
    Test number
    629701269455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass67,916 miles (+3,368)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    67,916 miles
    Test number
    189126822159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass64,548 miles (+3,419)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    64,548 miles
    Test number
    990118469337
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass61,129 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    61,129 miles
    Test number
    464517051610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail61,129 miles (+5,971)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,129 miles
    Test number
    718297044749
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  12. Pass55,158 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    55,158 miles
    Test number
    816588479664
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing Both sides rear bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre wearing on inner edge

  13. Fail55,158 miles (+3,582)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,158 miles
    Test number
    210879020142
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing Both sides rear bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre wearing on inner edge

  14. Pass51,576 miles (+3,637)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    51,576 miles
    Test number
    364606946598

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass47,939 miles (+6,540)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2016
    Odometer
    47,939 miles
    Test number
    718771045163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass41,399 miles (+6,331)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2015
    Odometer
    41,399 miles
    Test number
    355329834145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass35,068 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2014
    Odometer
    35,068 miles
    Test number
    146691633193
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Fail35,068 miles (+8,209)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,068 miles
    Test number
    207501733147
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Pass26,859 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2013
    Odometer
    26,859 miles
    Test number
    257876122143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail26,859 miles (+5,586)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,859 miles
    Test number
    756385522168
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass21,273 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2012
    Odometer
    21,273 miles
    Test number
    596476031168
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Questions about LR08 ORL

Does LR08 ORL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 ORL is valid until 12 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 ORL?
The MOT on LR08 ORL is valid until 12 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 ORL done?
LR08 ORL was recorded at 83,551 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2026, an average of 4,041 miles a year.
Has LR08 ORL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 ORL has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LR08 ORL 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 ORL find?
LR08 ORL passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi; front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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