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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

L8 BDMMOT history

L8 BDM is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 17 Jan 2008. Its MOT expired on 8 Feb 2023 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 118,545 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Apr 2023.

L8 BDM grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 8 Feb 2023
Mileage
118,545 mi
At MOT on 5 Apr 2023
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,491 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 BDM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
17 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Apr 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

L8 BDM was last recorded at 118,545 miles on 5 Apr 2023, 6,697 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,848 miles · 9 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
6,697 miles
Average per year
7,491 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 118,545 miles
  • 2022 – 111,848 miles
  • 2021 – 96,396 miles
  • 2020 – 89,405 miles
  • 2019 – 82,386 miles
  • 2018 – 75,768 miles
  • 2017 – 67,793 miles
  • 2016 – 59,214 miles
  • 2015 – 51,524 miles
  • 2014 – 44,786 miles
  • 2013 – 39,117 miles
  • 2012 – 34,383 miles
  • 2011 – 26,936 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail118,545 miles
  • MajorElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))
  • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
  • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
  • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded Metal section of flexible brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All rear suspension arms and rods corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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 worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • MIL Lamp on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Coil spring incorrect / not seating?

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 11 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail118,545 miles (+6,697)11 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,545 miles
    Test number
    736037693831
    • MajorElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded Metal section of flexible brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All rear suspension arms and rods corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass111,848 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    111,848 miles
    Test number
    257325286860
    • AdvisoryMIL Lamp on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring incorrect / not seating?

  3. Fail111,848 miles (+15,452)3 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,848 miles
    Test number
    991786497747
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Exhaust sleeve clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryMIL Lamp on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring incorrect / not seating?

  4. Pass96,396 miles (+6,991)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    96,396 miles
    Test number
    895946821019
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Sleeve clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge At 1.6mm limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass89,405 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    89,405 miles
    Test number
    497741036948
    • AdvisoryEngine and under-trays fitted as standard obscuring various testable items
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroded

  6. Fail89,404 miles (+7,018)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,404 miles
    Test number
    519334119101
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryEngine and under-trays fitted as standard obscuring various testable items
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroded

  7. Pass82,386 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    82,386 miles
    Test number
    794838769870
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both rear
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring view of testable items

  8. Fail82,386 miles (+6,618)1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,386 miles
    Test number
    497208287074
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both rear
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring view of testable items

  9. Pass75,768 miles (+7,975)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    75,768 miles
    Test number
    309024344593
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  10. Pass67,793 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    67,793 miles
    Test number
    186938624207
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring view of testable items

  11. Fail67,793 miles (+8,579)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,793 miles
    Test number
    180262572353
    • Repaired at testExhaust system not adequately supported centre clamp deteriorated (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring view of testable items

  12. Pass59,214 miles (+7,690)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    59,214 miles
    Test number
    534882098931
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust clamp

  13. Pass51,524 miles (+6,738)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    51,524 miles
    Test number
    345149115069
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBoth neartside and offside tyre valve stems slightly perished
    • NoteExhaust centre clamp deteriorated

  14. Pass44,786 miles (+5,669)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    44,786 miles
    Test number
    115339704476
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass39,117 miles (+4,734)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    39,117 miles
    Test number
    107591723089
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  16. Pass34,383 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    34,383 miles
    Test number
    915956312098
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail34,383 miles (+7,447)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,383 miles
    Test number
    857476012079
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass26,936 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    26,936 miles
    Test number
    758731611094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L8 BDM

Does L8 BDM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L8 BDM expired on 8 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L8 BDM?
The MOT on L8 BDM expired on 8 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L8 BDM done?
L8 BDM was recorded at 118,545 miles at its MOT on 5 Apr 2023, an average of 7,491 miles a year.
Has L8 BDM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 BDM has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on L8 BDM 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 L8 BDM find?
L8 BDM failed its latest MOT on 5 Apr 2023 with 11 major defects, 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction; electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault; exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak, and 11 more.

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