Volkswagen logo

Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,390 cc

LB08 EDLMOT history

LB08 EDL is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 2 Nov 2026 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 124,425 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Nov 2026
Mileage
124,425 mi
At MOT on 3 Nov 2025
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,274 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LB08 EDL in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 EDL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 EDL was last recorded at 124,425 miles on 3 Nov 2025, 3,834 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,591 miles · 29 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
3,834 miles
Average per year
7,274 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 124,425 miles
  • 2024 – 120,591 miles
  • 2023 – 116,368 miles
  • 2022 – 110,716 miles
  • 2021 – 104,372 miles
  • 2020 – 97,265 miles
  • 2019 – 94,735 miles
  • 2018 – 92,676 miles
  • 2017 – 87,470 miles
  • 2016 – 77,973 miles
  • 2015 – 68,097 miles
  • 2014 – 51,111 miles
  • 2013 – 37,166 miles
  • 2012 – 29,187 miles
  • 2011 – 19,408 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,425 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (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.

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front bumper grill missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged puncture run flat

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge shoulder (195/65R15)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

21 tests since 28 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,425 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    124,425 miles
    Test number
    313149987883
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail124,425 miles (+3,834)1 dangerous1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,425 miles
    Test number
    703923820356
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass120,591 miles (+6)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    120,591 miles
    Test number
    831128964462
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bumper grill missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged puncture run flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge shoulder (195/65R15) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail120,585 miles (+4,217)1 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,585 miles
    Test number
    824589703987
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bumper grill missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged puncture run flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge shoulder (195/65R15) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass116,368 miles (+5,652)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    116,368 miles
    Test number
    649618036047
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront windscreen stone chip damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper grill missing but no sharp edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass110,716 miles (+6,344)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    110,716 miles
    Test number
    634332837032
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen stone chip damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper grill is missing

  7. Pass104,372 miles (+7,107)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    104,372 miles
    Test number
    351737317230
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass97,265 miles (+2,530)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    97,265 miles
    Test number
    141507863388
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass94,735 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    94,735 miles
    Test number
    476182416342
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail94,735 miles (+2,059)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,735 miles
    Test number
    619441143250
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass92,676 miles (+5,206)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    92,676 miles
    Test number
    979535783633
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn near to cords! (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass87,470 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    87,470 miles
    Test number
    215456662337
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge

  13. Fail87,470 miles (+9,497)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,470 miles
    Test number
    898332894787
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge

  14. Pass77,973 miles (+9,876)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    77,973 miles
    Test number
    316719774368
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn on inner edge

  15. Pass68,097 miles (+16,986)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    68,097 miles
    Test number
    300520481928
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit near to cords!!!! (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass51,111 miles (+1,357)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    51,111 miles
    Test number
    588124554118
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are perished

  17. Pass49,754 miles (+12,588)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    49,754 miles
    Test number
    867069744003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass37,166 miles (+7,979)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    37,166 miles
    Test number
    666117353044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass29,187 miles (+9,779)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    29,187 miles
    Test number
    258571952169
    • NoteFront tyres worn to 2.5 ml approx

  20. Fail19,408 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,408 miles
    Test number
    346408141199
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Pass19,408 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    19,408 miles
    Test number
    446308841198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 EDL

Does LB08 EDL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 EDL is valid until 2 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB08 EDL?
The MOT on LB08 EDL is valid until 2 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 EDL done?
LB08 EDL was recorded at 124,425 miles at its MOT on 3 Nov 2025, an average of 7,274 miles a year.
Has LB08 EDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 EDL has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LB08 EDL 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 EDL find?
LB08 EDL passed its latest MOT on 3 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside front lower windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; nearside rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords, and 4 more.

Related registrations

Browse all LB08E registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.