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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,390 cc

LR08 XYTMOT history

LR08 XYT is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 20 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 19 Feb 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 117,052 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Feb 2026.

LR08 XYT black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Feb 2027
Mileage
117,052 mi
At MOT on 19 Feb 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,429 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 XYT
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
20 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 XYT was last recorded at 117,052 miles on 19 Feb 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,051 miles · 5 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
6,429 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,052 miles
  • 2025 – 113,307 miles
  • 2024 – 107,477 miles
  • 2023 – 101,703 miles
  • 2022 – 95,661 miles
  • 2021 – 90,261 miles
  • 2020 – 86,396 miles
  • 2019 – 79,241 miles
  • 2018 – 69,677 miles
  • 2017 – 63,484 miles
  • 2016 – 54,652 miles
  • 2015 – 45,748 miles
  • 2014 – 39,241 miles
  • 2013 – 33,046 miles
  • 2012 – 26,882 miles
  • 2011 – 20,945 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,052 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

20 tests since 10 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,052 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    117,052 miles
    Test number
    331757682101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail117,051 miles (+3,744)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,051 miles
    Test number
    858788667881
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  3. Pass113,307 miles (+5,830)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    113,307 miles
    Test number
    255487874257
    • AdvisoryFront headlamp aim is dip, glass is darty
  4. Pass107,477 miles (+5,774)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    107,477 miles
    Test number
    921189537966
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  5. Pass101,703 miles (+6,042)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    101,703 miles
    Test number
    493168502921
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  6. Pass95,661 miles (+5,400)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    95,661 miles
    Test number
    614340071930

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass90,261 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    90,261 miles
    Test number
    760796503661

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail90,261 miles (+3,865)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,261 miles
    Test number
    127109522582
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass86,396 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    86,396 miles
    Test number
    159807154606

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail86,392 miles (+7,151)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,392 miles
    Test number
    690862260946
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  11. Pass79,241 miles (+9,564)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    79,241 miles
    Test number
    579657812949

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass69,677 miles (+6,193)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    69,677 miles
    Test number
    835381426961

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass63,484 miles (+8,832)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    63,484 miles
    Test number
    304579955421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass54,652 miles (+8,904)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    54,652 miles
    Test number
    565205239100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass45,748 miles (+6,507)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    45,748 miles
    Test number
    859570655082
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass39,241 miles (+6,195)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    39,241 miles
    Test number
    857789344023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail33,046 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,046 miles
    Test number
    358122053023
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  18. Pass33,046 miles (+6,164)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    33,046 miles
    Test number
    849082153040
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  19. Pass26,882 miles (+5,937)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    26,882 miles
    Test number
    887155452096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass20,945 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    20,945 miles
    Test number
    707459761077
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Questions about LR08 XYT

Does LR08 XYT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 XYT is valid until 19 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 XYT?
The MOT on LR08 XYT is valid until 19 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 XYT done?
LR08 XYT was recorded at 117,052 miles at its MOT on 19 Feb 2026, an average of 6,429 miles a year.
Has LR08 XYT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 XYT has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LR08 XYT 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 XYT find?
LR08 XYT passed its latest MOT on 19 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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