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Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,984 cc

LB08 FCYMOT history

LB08 FCY is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 30 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 105,267 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Sept 2027
Mileage
105,267 mi
At MOT on 22 Sept 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,016 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 FCY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 FCY was last recorded at 105,267 miles on 22 Sept 2026, 2,973 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,294 miles · 24 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,973 miles
Average per year
5,016 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,267 miles
  • 2025 – 102,294 miles
  • 2024 – 98,098 miles
  • 2023 – 94,490 miles
  • 2022 – 92,100 miles
  • 2021 – 87,662 miles
  • 2020 – 84,788 miles
  • 2019 – 78,107 miles
  • 2018 – 75,801 miles
  • 2017 – 71,064 miles
  • 2016 – 66,455 miles
  • 2015 – 59,207 miles
  • 2014 – 52,787 miles
  • 2013 – 47,323 miles
  • 2012 – 36,579 miles
  • 2011 – 28,076 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,267 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective misted (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryGeneral under body and suspension corrosion

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.

  • Rear Coil spring corroded Both

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower arm rear bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear coil springs are slightly corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

20 tests since 3 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,267 miles (+2,973)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    105,267 miles
    Test number
    963924994982
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective misted (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body and suspension corrosion

  2. Pass102,294 miles (+4,196)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    102,294 miles
    Test number
    736040412472
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody and suspension corrosion

  3. Pass98,098 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    98,098 miles
    Test number
    991848602144
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail98,095 miles (+3,605)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,095 miles
    Test number
    388520519555
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass94,490 miles (+2,390)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    94,490 miles
    Test number
    672516154902
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass92,100 miles (+4,438)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    92,100 miles
    Test number
    769453291406
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass87,662 miles (+2,874)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    87,662 miles
    Test number
    370845341087
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.67mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.7mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass84,788 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    84,788 miles
    Test number
    533284948763
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs are slightly corroded.
    • AdvisorySmall stone chip zone A.

  9. Fail84,788 miles (+6,681)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,788 miles
    Test number
    382010478140
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt outer (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs are slightly corroded.
    • AdvisorySmall stone chip zone A.

  10. Pass78,107 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    78,107 miles
    Test number
    536137319136
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases 3rd exhaust section - hole next to mounting bracket (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail78,107 miles (+2,306)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,107 miles
    Test number
    476906077297
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases 3rd exhaust section - hole next to mounting bracket (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass75,801 miles (+4,737)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    75,801 miles
    Test number
    228738991067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass71,064 miles (+4,609)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    71,064 miles
    Test number
    196526221183
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass66,455 miles (+7,248)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    66,455 miles
    Test number
    349047294709
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade slightly smeary

  15. Pass59,207 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2016
    Odometer
    59,207 miles
    Test number
    298038945129
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail59,207 miles (+6,420)1 dangerous3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,207 miles
    Test number
    267208045176
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/S/R tyre low in tread and perished

  17. Pass52,787 miles (+5,464)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    52,787 miles
    Test number
    127149544119
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished.

  18. Pass47,323 miles (+10,744)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    47,323 miles
    Test number
    836155933168
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass36,579 miles (+8,503)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    36,579 miles
    Test number
    975442442155
    • NoteWindscreen cracked below veiwing level

  20. Pass28,076 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    28,076 miles
    Test number
    495043621169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 FCY

Does LB08 FCY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 FCY is valid until 30 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 FCY?
The MOT on LB08 FCY is valid until 30 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 FCY done?
LB08 FCY was recorded at 105,267 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2026, an average of 5,016 miles a year.
Has LB08 FCY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 FCY has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LB08 FCY 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 FCY find?
LB08 FCY passed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective misted; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 3 more.

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