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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2015 · 1,197 cc

LS08 ELSMOT history

LS08 ELS is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 20 Mar 2015. Its MOT is valid until 26 Mar 2027 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 92,505 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2026.

LS08 ELS black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Mar 2027
Mileage
92,505 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2026
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,998 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS08 ELS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,197 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
20 Mar 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS08 ELS was last recorded at 92,505 miles on 27 Mar 2026, 25 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,480 miles · 18 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
25 miles
Average per year
7,998 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,505 miles
  • 2025 – 83,337 miles
  • 2024 – 74,296 miles
  • 2023 – 65,294 miles
  • 2022 – 54,329 miles
  • 2021 – 47,172 miles
  • 2020 – 41,112 miles
  • 2019 – 34,826 miles
  • 2018 – 28,379 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,505 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 Front tyre on 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

12 tests since 20 Mar 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,505 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    92,505 miles
    Test number
    350492365577

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail92,480 miles (+9,143)4 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,480 miles
    Test number
    588457933132
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass83,337 miles (+9,041)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    83,337 miles
    Test number
    982971662929
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective center sleeve clamp broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Pass74,296 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    74,296 miles
    Test number
    386203364571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail74,250 miles (+8,956)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,250 miles
    Test number
    962459774744
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached back (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
  6. Pass65,294 miles (+10,965)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    65,294 miles
    Test number
    712871674391
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin on limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass54,329 miles (+7,157)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    54,329 miles
    Test number
    660805500806

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass47,172 miles (+6,060)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    47,172 miles
    Test number
    422667760677

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass41,112 miles (+6,286)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    41,112 miles
    Test number
    651821097164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass34,826 miles (+6,447)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    34,826 miles
    Test number
    724271103452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass28,379 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    28,379 miles
    Test number
    851257350516
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre on 3mm
  12. Fail28,368 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,368 miles
    Test number
    350042039293
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre on 3mm

Questions about LS08 ELS

Does LS08 ELS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS08 ELS is valid until 26 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS08 ELS?
The MOT on LS08 ELS is valid until 26 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS08 ELS done?
LS08 ELS was recorded at 92,505 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2026, an average of 7,998 miles a year.
Has LS08 ELS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS08 ELS has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LS08 ELS 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 LS08 ELS find?
LS08 ELS passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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