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Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

LB08 JYWMOT history

LB08 JYW is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 23 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 108,804 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Apr 2027
Mileage
108,804 mi
At MOT on 21 Apr 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,346 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 JYW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 JYW was last recorded at 108,804 miles on 21 Apr 2026, 5,163 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,641 miles · 12 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5,163 miles
Average per year
6,346 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,804 miles
  • 2025 – 103,641 miles
  • 2024 – 94,530 miles
  • 2023 – 85,959 miles
  • 2022 – 74,706 miles
  • 2021 – 60,235 miles
  • 2020 – 50,871 miles
  • 2019 – 48,427 miles
  • 2018 – 44,624 miles
  • 2017 – 41,076 miles
  • 2016 – 37,957 miles
  • 2015 – 34,180 miles
  • 2014 – 29,964 miles
  • 2013 – 25,653 miles
  • 2012 – 21,223 miles
  • 2011 – 13,851 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,804 miles
  • MinorFront Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorRear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel binding but not excessive

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

19 tests since 5 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,804 miles (+5,163)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    108,804 miles
    Test number
    394185275390
    • MinorFront Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel binding but not excessive

  2. Pass103,641 miles (+9,111)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    103,641 miles
    Test number
    853476694336
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.

  3. Pass94,530 miles (+8,571)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    94,530 miles
    Test number
    160036270672
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion

  4. Pass85,959 miles (+11,253)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2024
    Odometer
    85,959 miles
    Test number
    178254497568
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass74,706 miles (+9)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2023
    Odometer
    74,706 miles
    Test number
    639817523363
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Several stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Engine cover and trays fitted obscuring some testable items
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail74,697 miles (+14,462)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,697 miles
    Test number
    903249588840
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sill damaged
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  7. Pass60,235 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2022
    Odometer
    60,235 miles
    Test number
    932422488949
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail60,233 miles (+9,362)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,233 miles
    Test number
    120236175258
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass50,871 miles (+2,444)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2021
    Odometer
    50,871 miles
    Test number
    753162702290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass48,427 miles (+3,803)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2020
    Odometer
    48,427 miles
    Test number
    167087868614

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass44,624 miles (+3,548)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    44,624 miles
    Test number
    680193976337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass41,076 miles (+3,119)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    41,076 miles
    Test number
    303300369421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass37,957 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    37,957 miles
    Test number
    602428042606

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail37,957 miles (+3,777)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,957 miles
    Test number
    747750347006
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  15. Pass34,180 miles (+4,216)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2016
    Odometer
    34,180 miles
    Test number
    125557845192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass29,964 miles (+4,311)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    29,964 miles
    Test number
    805128544142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass25,653 miles (+4,430)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    25,653 miles
    Test number
    295532243182
    • NoteAll tyres have cuts in tread.

  18. Pass21,223 miles (+7,372)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    21,223 miles
    Test number
    515161352117
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass13,851 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    13,851 miles
    Test number
    265995821487
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges

Questions about LB08 JYW

Does LB08 JYW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 JYW is valid until 23 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 JYW?
The MOT on LB08 JYW is valid until 23 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 JYW done?
LB08 JYW was recorded at 108,804 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2026, an average of 6,346 miles a year.
Has LB08 JYW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 JYW has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 30 May 2022.
Has the mileage on LB08 JYW 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 JYW find?
LB08 JYW passed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2026 with 3 minor defects and 2 advisories: front window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; rear registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 2 more.

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