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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2011 · 1,198 cc

T888 LHAMOT history

T888 LHA is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 20 Oct 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 95,112 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Oct 2027
Mileage
95,112 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,661 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T888 LHA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
1 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T888 LHA was last recorded at 95,112 miles on 13 Oct 2026, 7,095 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
88,017 miles · 15 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
7,095 miles
Average per year
6,661 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,112 miles
  • 2025 – 88,017 miles
  • 2024 – 80,579 miles
  • 2023 – 71,725 miles
  • 2022 – 63,603 miles
  • 2021 – 57,411 miles
  • 2020 – 50,845 miles
  • 2019 – 45,331 miles
  • 2018 – 38,540 miles
  • 2017 – 32,971 miles
  • 2016 – 27,099 miles
  • 2015 – 20,763 miles
  • 2014 – 14,323 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,112 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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 Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

17 tests since 27 Aug 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,112 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    95,112 miles
    Test number
    728191277787
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail95,112 miles (+7,095)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,112 miles
    Test number
    476345952272
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass88,017 miles (+7,438)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    88,017 miles
    Test number
    214040053542
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass80,579 miles (+8,854)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    80,579 miles
    Test number
    386404811667

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass71,725 miles (+8,122)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    71,725 miles
    Test number
    946628300565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass63,603 miles (+6,192)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    63,603 miles
    Test number
    351461619455
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass57,411 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    57,411 miles
    Test number
    808452722835

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail57,410 miles (+6,565)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,410 miles
    Test number
    976840514363
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass50,845 miles (+5,514)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    50,845 miles
    Test number
    141342397389
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  10. Pass45,331 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    45,331 miles
    Test number
    239324819908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail45,331 miles (+6,791)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,331 miles
    Test number
    262963790008
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass38,540 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    38,540 miles
    Test number
    888963426064
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (rear-bushes) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  13. Fail38,540 miles (+5,569)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,540 miles
    Test number
    207874007061
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (rear-bushes) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  14. Pass32,971 miles (+5,872)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    32,971 miles
    Test number
    771628286830

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass27,099 miles (+6,336)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    27,099 miles
    Test number
    227363326336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass20,763 miles (+6,440)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    20,763 miles
    Test number
    998085125241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass14,323 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    14,323 miles
    Test number
    769029734249
    • 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)

Questions about T888 LHA

Does T888 LHA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T888 LHA is valid until 20 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T888 LHA?
The MOT on T888 LHA is valid until 20 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T888 LHA done?
T888 LHA was recorded at 95,112 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2026, an average of 6,661 miles a year.
Has T888 LHA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T888 LHA has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on T888 LHA 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 T888 LHA find?
T888 LHA passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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