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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,390 cc

LR08 RXFMOT history

LR08 RXF is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 17 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 20 Jul 2026 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 87,126 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jul 2025.

LR08 RXF black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 20 Jul 2026
Mileage
87,126 mi
At MOT on 21 Jul 2025
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,175 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 RXF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
17 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 RXF was last recorded at 87,126 miles on 21 Jul 2025, 1,925 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,201 miles · 5 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
1,925 miles
Average per year
3,175 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 87,126 miles
  • 2024 – 85,201 miles
  • 2021 – 84,890 miles
  • 2019 – 81,939 miles
  • 2018 – 76,610 miles
  • 2017 – 71,912 miles
  • 2016 – 66,925 miles
  • 2015 – 60,562 miles
  • 2014 – 55,093 miles
  • 2013 – 51,346 miles
  • 2012 – 47,730 miles
  • 2011 – 41,685 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,126 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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.

  • O/s rear shocker dust cover loose

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front tyres worn on edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

14 tests since 30 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,126 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    87,126 miles
    Test number
    978579481541
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  2. Fail87,126 miles (+1,925)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,126 miles
    Test number
    354327403782
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  3. Pass85,201 miles (+311)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    85,201 miles
    Test number
    214131264354
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight blow on exhaust manifold
  4. Pass84,890 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    84,890 miles
    Test number
    288238807088
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on edges
    • AdvisoryO/s rear shocker dust cover loose
  5. Fail84,887 miles (+2,948)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,887 miles
    Test number
    682360041392
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on edges
    • AdvisoryO/s rear shocker dust cover loose
  6. Pass81,939 miles (+5,329)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    81,939 miles
    Test number
    623156812787
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx. 1.65mm--needs to be replaced (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryN/s rear tyre worn on edge
    • AdvisoryO/s rear shocker dust cover loose
  7. Pass76,610 miles (+4,698)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    76,610 miles
    Test number
    504958153444
    • AdvisoryN/s rear tyre worn on outer edge and under 2mm--advise to replace
    • AdvisoryO/s front tyre bald on inner edge-advise to replace
    • AdvisoryO/s rear tyre approx. 2.5mm
  8. Pass71,912 miles (+4,987)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    71,912 miles
    Test number
    631381667106
    • AdvisoryKeep check on n/s rear tyre depth
  9. Pass66,925 miles (+6,363)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    66,925 miles
    Test number
    765708893708

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass60,562 miles (+5,469)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    60,562 miles
    Test number
    908989265088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass55,093 miles (+3,747)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    55,093 miles
    Test number
    469885364090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  12. Pass51,346 miles (+3,616)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    51,346 miles
    Test number
    578908073070
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteKeep check on front tyre depths
    • NoteSide repeater slightly dull
  13. Pass47,730 miles (+6,045)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    47,730 miles
    Test number
    647969472002
    • NoteO/s front tyre cut on sidewall
  14. Pass41,685 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    41,685 miles
    Test number
    366529081000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 RXF

Does LR08 RXF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 RXF expired on 20 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 RXF?
The MOT on LR08 RXF expired on 20 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 RXF done?
LR08 RXF was recorded at 87,126 miles at its MOT on 21 Jul 2025, an average of 3,175 miles a year.
Has LR08 RXF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 RXF has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LR08 RXF 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 RXF find?
LR08 RXF passed its latest MOT on 21 Jul 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively.

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