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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,390 cc

LB08 DKNMOT history

LB08 DKN is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 31 May 2027 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 153,561 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 May 2027
Mileage
153,561 mi
At MOT on 27 May 2026
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,229 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 DKN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 May 2027
Latest MOT test
27 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 DKN was last recorded at 153,561 miles on 27 May 2026, 1,154 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,407 miles · 9 May 2026
Between the last two tests
1,154 miles
Average per year
9,229 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 153,561 miles
  • 2025 – 137,953 miles
  • 2024 – 130,349 miles
  • 2023 – 127,634 miles
  • 2022 – 124,031 miles
  • 2021 – 117,769 miles
  • 2020 – 110,923 miles
  • 2019 – 108,189 miles
  • 2016 – 86,935 miles
  • 2015 – 73,644 miles
  • 2014 – 60,703 miles
  • 2013 – 39,835 miles
  • 2012 – 25,537 miles
  • 2011 – 13,962 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,561 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass153,561 miles (+1,154)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2027
    Odometer
    153,561 miles
    Test number
    785433168458
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  2. Fail152,407 miles (+14,454)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,407 miles
    Test number
    424704875489
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  3. Pass137,953 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2026
    Odometer
    137,953 miles
    Test number
    736735281301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail137,953 miles (+7,604)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,953 miles
    Test number
    116874200364
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass130,349 miles (+2,715)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2025
    Odometer
    130,349 miles
    Test number
    191156352076
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  6. Pass127,634 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2024
    Odometer
    127,634 miles
    Test number
    866964971457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail127,634 miles (+3,603)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,634 miles
    Test number
    841839093340
    • 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))

  8. Pass124,031 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2023
    Odometer
    124,031 miles
    Test number
    272920376095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail124,031 miles (+6,262)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,031 miles
    Test number
    430491131525
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass117,769 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    117,769 miles
    Test number
    613414236187
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail117,765 miles (+6,842)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,765 miles
    Test number
    842145203319
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/40-18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass110,923 miles (+2,734)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    110,923 miles
    Test number
    181057561633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass108,189 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    108,189 miles
    Test number
    885380651015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail108,189 miles (+21,254)2 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,189 miles
    Test number
    810327160206
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass86,935 miles (+13,291)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    86,935 miles
    Test number
    800445194184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass73,644 miles (+395)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    73,644 miles
    Test number
    177360705118
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Fail73,249 miles (+12,546)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,249 miles
    Test number
    716629885097
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteN/S/R TYRE WORN CLOSE TO CORDS TO SHOWING

  18. Pass60,703 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    60,703 miles
    Test number
    898410864068
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edge of tread
    • NoteEngine management warning lamp on

  19. Fail60,703 miles (+20,868)2 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,703 miles
    Test number
    627360364094
    • FailureNearside Side repeater has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edge of tread
    • NoteEngine management warning lamp on

  20. Pass39,835 miles (+14,298)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    39,835 miles
    Test number
    328690163015
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass25,537 miles (+11,575)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    25,537 miles
    Test number
    397812632025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass13,962 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    13,962 miles
    Test number
    875491301107
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

Questions about LB08 DKN

Does LB08 DKN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 DKN is valid until 31 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 DKN?
The MOT on LB08 DKN is valid until 31 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 DKN done?
LB08 DKN was recorded at 153,561 miles at its MOT on 27 May 2026, an average of 9,229 miles a year.
Has LB08 DKN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 DKN has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 9 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LB08 DKN 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 DKN find?
LB08 DKN passed its latest MOT on 27 May 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated.

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