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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LB08 HZRMOT history

LB08 HZR is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 11 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 1 Jul 2026 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 180,226 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Jul 2026
Mileage
180,226 mi
At MOT on 2 Jul 2025
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,494 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 HZR
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
11 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 HZR was last recorded at 180,226 miles on 2 Jul 2025, 4,940 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,286 miles · 30 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
4,940 miles
Average per year
9,494 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 180,226 miles
  • 2024 – 175,286 miles
  • 2022 – 168,547 miles
  • 2021 – 157,742 miles
  • 2019 – 142,506 miles
  • 2018 – 124,736 miles
  • 2017 – 104,356 miles
  • 2016 – 89,396 miles
  • 2015 – 83,584 miles
  • 2014 – 80,100 miles
  • 2013 – 77,544 miles
  • 2012 – 60,089 miles
  • 2011 – 46,904 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,226 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated needs attention soon (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit (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 Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 17 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass180,226 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    180,226 miles
    Test number
    862282016339
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated needs attention soon (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail180,222 miles (+4,936)1 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,222 miles
    Test number
    568396451472
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated needs attention soon (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass175,286 miles3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    175,286 miles
    Test number
    570520653991
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both front. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail175,286 miles (+6,739)1 repaired3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,286 miles
    Test number
    269037784956
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both front. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass168,547 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    168,547 miles
    Test number
    308159933384
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer cv gaiter perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail168,547 miles (+10,805)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,547 miles
    Test number
    130784857788
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (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))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both sides (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer cv gaiter perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass157,742 miles (+15,236)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    157,742 miles
    Test number
    812265519465
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass142,506 miles (+17,770)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    142,506 miles
    Test number
    259666724816
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass124,736 miles (+20,380)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    124,736 miles
    Test number
    415218670875
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system slight leak on flexi
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass104,356 miles (+14,960)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    104,356 miles
    Test number
    850344734923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass89,396 miles (+5,812)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    89,396 miles
    Test number
    173369847202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass83,584 miles (+3,484)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    83,584 miles
    Test number
    637885995163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass80,100 miles (+2,556)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    80,100 miles
    Test number
    228797594175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass77,544 miles (+17,455)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    77,544 miles
    Test number
    865520313243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass60,089 miles (+13,185)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    60,089 miles
    Test number
    366033762161
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail46,904 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,904 miles
    Test number
    176248261166
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteDiscs look worn

  17. Pass46,904 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    46,904 miles
    Test number
    939188261139
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteDiscs look worn

Questions about LB08 HZR

Does LB08 HZR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 HZR expired on 1 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 HZR?
The MOT on LB08 HZR expired on 1 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 HZR done?
LB08 HZR was recorded at 180,226 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2025, an average of 9,494 miles a year.
Has LB08 HZR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 HZR has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LB08 HZR 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 HZR find?
LB08 HZR passed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated needs attention soon; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both, and 1 more.

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