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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,984 cc

LB08 CWGMOT history

LB08 CWG is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 23 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 6 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 146,113 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Aug 2027
Mileage
146,113 mi
At MOT on 6 Aug 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,325 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 CWG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
23 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 CWG was last recorded at 146,113 miles on 6 Aug 2026, 21,840 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,273 miles · 7 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
21,840 miles
Average per year
8,325 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 146,113 miles
  • 2025 – 124,273 miles
  • 2024 – 122,973 miles
  • 2023 – 115,294 miles
  • 2022 – 108,281 miles
  • 2021 – 100,552 miles
  • 2020 – 94,533 miles
  • 2019 – 89,162 miles
  • 2018 – 77,853 miles
  • 2017 – 72,850 miles
  • 2016 – 65,538 miles
  • 2015 – 57,752 miles
  • 2014 – 48,277 miles
  • 2013 – 34,456 miles
  • 2012 – 26,724 miles
  • 2011 – 19,243 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,113 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) NS&OS
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NS&OS (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NS&OS (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Both rear tyre wearing slightly inner edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Front brake discs slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass146,113 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    146,113 miles
    Test number
    188129910548
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) NS&OS
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NS&OS (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NS&OS (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail146,113 miles (+21,840)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,113 miles
    Test number
    376980429073
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) NS&OS
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NS&OS (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NS&OS (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass124,273 miles (+1,300)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    124,273 miles
    Test number
    124592962590
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S & O/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass122,973 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    122,973 miles
    Test number
    559651167155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail122,972 miles (+7,678)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,972 miles
    Test number
    202162885206
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play loose in taper (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass115,294 miles (+7,013)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    115,294 miles
    Test number
    141796538590

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass108,281 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    108,281 miles
    Test number
    707542499003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail108,279 miles (+7,727)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,279 miles
    Test number
    601396338708
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  9. Pass100,552 miles (+6,019)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    100,552 miles
    Test number
    653728092705

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass94,533 miles (+5,371)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    94,533 miles
    Test number
    326318024630
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass89,162 miles (+11,309)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    89,162 miles
    Test number
    238593270445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass77,853 miles (+5,003)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    77,853 miles
    Test number
    272454982214
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass72,850 miles (+7,312)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    72,850 miles
    Test number
    596569587783

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass65,538 miles (+7,786)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    65,538 miles
    Test number
    919100878661
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres have low inner tread & age cracked

  15. Pass57,752 miles (+212)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    57,752 miles
    Test number
    460379328213
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre wearing slightly inner edges
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs slightly worn

  16. Fail57,540 miles (+9,263)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,540 miles
    Test number
    791537185147
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre wearing slightly inner edges
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs slightly worn

  17. Pass48,277 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    48,277 miles
    Test number
    209774534225
    • 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)

  18. Fail48,277 miles (+13,821)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,277 miles
    Test number
    229633534234
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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)

  19. Pass34,456 miles (+7,732)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    34,456 miles
    Test number
    849467353151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass26,724 miles (+7,481)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    26,724 miles
    Test number
    766288952164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass19,243 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2012
    Odometer
    19,243 miles
    Test number
    977051131169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 CWG

Does LB08 CWG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 CWG is valid until 6 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 CWG?
The MOT on LB08 CWG is valid until 6 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 CWG done?
LB08 CWG was recorded at 146,113 miles at its MOT on 6 Aug 2026, an average of 8,325 miles a year.
Has LB08 CWG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 CWG has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LB08 CWG 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 CWG find?
LB08 CWG passed its latest MOT on 6 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front play in steering rack inner joint(s) ns&os; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ns&os, and 1 more.

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