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Volkswagen FOX

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,198 cc

SC08 LVAMOT history

SC08 LVA is a black petrol Volkswagen FOX first used on 25 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 16 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 89,578 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Nov 2026
Mileage
89,578 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2025
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,464 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
SC08 LVA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
FOX
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
25 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

SC08 LVA was last recorded at 89,578 miles on 4 Nov 2025, 737 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,841 miles · 16 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
737 miles
Average per year
4,464 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 89,578 miles
  • 2024 – 88,841 miles
  • 2023 – 86,834 miles
  • 2022 – 85,360 miles
  • 2021 – 82,327 miles
  • 2020 – 80,007 miles
  • 2019 – 75,493 miles
  • 2018 – 69,661 miles
  • 2017 – 66,882 miles
  • 2016 – 65,449 miles
  • 2015 – 61,378 miles
  • 2014 – 54,174 miles
  • 2013 – 47,430 miles
  • 2012 – 37,412 miles
  • 2011 – 26,887 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,578 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBoth front brake calipers corroded
  • AdvisoryRear axel covered in general corrosion

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing close limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass89,578 miles (+737)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    89,578 miles
    Test number
    627371956734
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake calipers corroded
    • AdvisoryRear axel covered in general corrosion

  2. Pass88,841 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    88,841 miles
    Test number
    996560324350
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing close limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail88,841 miles (+2,007)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,841 miles
    Test number
    186598775967
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing close limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass86,834 miles (+1,474)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    86,834 miles
    Test number
    839024343172
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front shock absorbers corroded

  5. Pass85,360 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    85,360 miles
    Test number
    123822252539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail85,360 miles (+3,033)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,360 miles
    Test number
    266430980051
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure OUTER EDGE (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass82,327 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    82,327 miles
    Test number
    935152296138
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail82,326 miles (+2,319)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,326 miles
    Test number
    991880273663
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Flexi part (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass80,007 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    80,007 miles
    Test number
    740791778770

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail80,007 miles (+4,514)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,007 miles
    Test number
    410180970550
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass75,493 miles (+5,832)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    75,493 miles
    Test number
    902110568482
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass69,661 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    69,661 miles
    Test number
    214563980095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail69,661 miles (+2,779)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,661 miles
    Test number
    821490323523
    • MajorBoot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box corroded

  14. Pass66,882 miles (+1,433)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    66,882 miles
    Test number
    994905225810

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass65,449 miles (+4,071)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    65,449 miles
    Test number
    157972416653

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass61,378 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    61,378 miles
    Test number
    924005318651
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  17. Fail61,378 miles (+7,204)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,378 miles
    Test number
    447175272739
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass54,174 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    54,174 miles
    Test number
    399804574450
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  19. Fail54,174 miles (+6,744)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,174 miles
    Test number
    569574874294
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  20. Pass47,430 miles (+10,018)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    47,430 miles
    Test number
    189810283220
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass37,412 miles (+10,525)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    37,412 miles
    Test number
    819212282269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass26,887 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    26,887 miles
    Test number
    618843691224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about SC08 LVA

Does SC08 LVA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on SC08 LVA is valid until 16 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on SC08 LVA?
The MOT on SC08 LVA is valid until 16 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has SC08 LVA done?
SC08 LVA was recorded at 89,578 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2025, an average of 4,464 miles a year.
Has SC08 LVA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. SC08 LVA has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on SC08 LVA 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 SC08 LVA find?
SC08 LVA passed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2025 with 6 advisories: nearside rear coil spring corroded; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside rear coil spring corroded, and 3 more.

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