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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LB08 CENMOT history

LB08 CEN is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 19 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 18 Jan 2025 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 108,111 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Jan 2025
Mileage
108,111 mi
At MOT on 18 Jan 2024
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,978 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 CEN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
19 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
18 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 CEN was last recorded at 108,111 miles on 18 Jan 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,111 miles · 17 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,978 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 108,111 miles
  • 2023 – 104,927 miles
  • 2022 – 101,680 miles
  • 2021 – 96,667 miles
  • 2019 – 89,962 miles
  • 2018 – 82,925 miles
  • 2017 – 73,203 miles
  • 2016 – 64,738 miles
  • 2015 – 58,272 miles
  • 2014 – 53,502 miles
  • 2013 – 48,481 miles
  • 2012 – 42,997 miles
  • 2011 – 32,954 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,111 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear light cluster has an ingress of water adviseRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Covers and undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 23 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,111 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    108,111 miles
    Test number
    997426927489
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear light cluster has an ingress of water advise

  2. Fail108,111 miles (+3,184)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,111 miles
    Test number
    150240741509
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe has detatched (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear light cluster has an ingress of water advise

  3. Pass104,927 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    104,927 miles
    Test number
    782849071066
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in windscreen n/s (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers and undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All rear arms in poor rusty condition (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail104,927 miles (+3,247)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,927 miles
    Test number
    728671640018
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in windscreen n/s (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers and undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All rear arms in poor rusty condition (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass101,680 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    101,680 miles
    Test number
    999984869269
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nsf outer Sill outside prescribed area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/65R15 Powertrac (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/65R15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/65R15 Cooper (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  6. Fail101,680 miles (+5,013)1 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,680 miles
    Test number
    441015124660
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working Bonnet showing as open but fully secure (3.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nsf outer Sill outside prescribed area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/65R15 Powertrac (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/65R15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/65R15 Cooper (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  7. Pass96,667 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    96,667 miles
    Test number
    845416397782
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing not tested

  8. Fail96,664 miles (+6,702)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,664 miles
    Test number
    714278135693
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing not tested

  9. Pass89,962 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    89,962 miles
    Test number
    786772856918
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut on inner edge area - strong advise (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre slightly perished and worn slightly on inner edge
    • AdvisoryHandbrake has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryRear silencer insecure but not likely to fall off

  10. Fail89,962 miles (+7,037)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,962 miles
    Test number
    235064439783
    • MajorEmissions not tested rear silencer broken (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding unable to check wheel bearing for roughness (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding unable to check wheel bearing for roughness (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut on inner edge area - strong advise (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre slightly perished and worn slightly on inner edge
    • AdvisoryHandbrake has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryRear silencer insecure but not likely to fall off

  11. Pass82,925 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    82,925 miles
    Test number
    312809350658
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail82,925 miles (+9,722)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,925 miles
    Test number
    813457193294
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass73,203 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    73,203 miles
    Test number
    727167725600
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge low (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge low (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside wing mirror broken but not dangerous

  14. Fail73,203 miles (+8,465)1 dangerous2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,203 miles
    Test number
    660526627323
    • DangerousNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge low (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge low (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside wing mirror broken but not dangerous

  15. Pass64,738 miles (+6,466)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    64,738 miles
    Test number
    838677594511
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light inop

  16. Pass58,272 miles (+4,770)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    58,272 miles
    Test number
    947800475112
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass53,502 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    53,502 miles
    Test number
    217328474196
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight knock from Nearside front spring/strut area

  18. Fail53,502 miles (+5,021)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,502 miles
    Test number
    919076674119
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight knock from Nearside front spring/strut area

  19. Pass48,481 miles (+5,484)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    48,481 miles
    Test number
    698482373187
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass42,997 miles (+10,043)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    42,997 miles
    Test number
    538033372192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,954 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    32,954 miles
    Test number
    218104671152
    • 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 LB08 CEN

Does LB08 CEN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 CEN expired on 18 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 CEN?
The MOT on LB08 CEN expired on 18 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 CEN done?
LB08 CEN was recorded at 108,111 miles at its MOT on 18 Jan 2024, an average of 5,978 miles a year.
Has LB08 CEN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 CEN has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LB08 CEN 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 LB08 CEN find?
LB08 CEN passed its latest MOT on 18 Jan 2024 with 1 advisory: offside rear light cluster has an ingress of water advise.

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