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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LB08 CVWMOT history

LB08 CVW is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 9 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 126,955 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Apr 2027
Mileage
126,955 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,509 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 CVW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
20 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 CVW was last recorded at 126,955 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 5,428 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
121,527 miles · 7 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5,428 miles
Average per year
7,509 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,955 miles
  • 2025 – 121,527 miles
  • 2024 – 117,781 miles
  • 2023 – 108,597 miles
  • 2022 – 100,444 miles
  • 2021 – 92,889 miles
  • 2020 – 89,762 miles
  • 2019 – 76,815 miles
  • 2018 – 65,242 miles
  • 2017 – 56,023 miles
  • 2016 – 43,663 miles
  • 2015 – 33,969 miles
  • 2014 – 29,436 miles
  • 2013 – 23,777 miles
  • 2012 – 19,535 miles
  • 2011 – 15,527 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,955 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Engine cover fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Under trays fitted obscuring view of some components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

21 tests since 8 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,955 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    126,955 miles
    Test number
    438491106024
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail126,955 miles (+5,428)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,955 miles
    Test number
    176558133461
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass121,527 miles (+3,746)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    121,527 miles
    Test number
    743324633443
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring view of some components

  4. Pass117,781 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    117,781 miles
    Test number
    185193028784
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring view of some components

  5. Fail117,778 miles (+9,181)4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,778 miles
    Test number
    623696881195
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring view of some components

  6. Pass108,597 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    108,597 miles
    Test number
    642036895016
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail108,597 miles (+8,153)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,597 miles
    Test number
    100603047827
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass100,444 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    100,444 miles
    Test number
    801439222614
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail100,444 miles (+7,555)4 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,444 miles
    Test number
    130736794088
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass92,889 miles (+3,127)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    92,889 miles
    Test number
    620813387349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass89,762 miles (+12,947)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    89,762 miles
    Test number
    732308708550
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass76,815 miles (+11,573)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    76,815 miles
    Test number
    838546424684
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass65,242 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    65,242 miles
    Test number
    461075674800
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Fail65,242 miles (+9,219)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,242 miles
    Test number
    957742419552
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass56,023 miles (+12,360)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    56,023 miles
    Test number
    935120018283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass43,663 miles (+9,694)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    43,663 miles
    Test number
    316565133920

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass33,969 miles (+4,533)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    33,969 miles
    Test number
    148522395469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,436 miles (+5,659)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    29,436 miles
    Test number
    259709464132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass23,777 miles (+4,242)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    23,777 miles
    Test number
    365134443188
    • 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)

  20. Pass19,535 miles (+4,008)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    19,535 miles
    Test number
    586733862125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass15,527 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    15,527 miles
    Test number
    308659051153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 CVW

Does LB08 CVW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 CVW is valid until 9 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 CVW?
The MOT on LB08 CVW is valid until 9 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 CVW done?
LB08 CVW was recorded at 126,955 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 7,509 miles a year.
Has LB08 CVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 CVW has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LB08 CVW 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 CVW find?
LB08 CVW passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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