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Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

LB08 LPUMOT history

LB08 LPU is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 19 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 147,760 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 May 2027
Mileage
147,760 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,728 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 LPU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 May 2027
Latest MOT test
20 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 LPU was last recorded at 147,760 miles on 20 May 2026, 6,890 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,870 miles · 19 May 2025
Between the last two tests
6,890 miles
Average per year
7,728 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,760 miles
  • 2025 – 140,870 miles
  • 2024 – 133,709 miles
  • 2023 – 125,749 miles
  • 2022 – 121,106 miles
  • 2021 – 114,093 miles
  • 2020 – 106,751 miles
  • 2019 – 103,498 miles
  • 2018 – 95,817 miles
  • 2017 – 87,681 miles
  • 2016 – 79,922 miles
  • 2015 – 71,900 miles
  • 2014 – 65,489 miles
  • 2013 – 55,008 miles
  • 2012 – 43,478 miles
  • 2011 – 31,926 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,760 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 24 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,760 miles (+6,890)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2027
    Odometer
    147,760 miles
    Test number
    638666084544

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass140,870 miles (+7,161)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2026
    Odometer
    140,870 miles
    Test number
    979345215874
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass133,709 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2025
    Odometer
    133,709 miles
    Test number
    340721185038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail133,707 miles (+7,958)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,707 miles
    Test number
    188876491578
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass125,749 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2024
    Odometer
    125,749 miles
    Test number
    596629968176
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeat shield loose over rear exh box

  6. Fail125,747 miles (+4,641)1 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,747 miles
    Test number
    487579036692
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeat shield loose over rear exh box

  7. Pass121,106 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2023
    Odometer
    121,106 miles
    Test number
    613305844136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail121,106 miles (+7,013)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,106 miles
    Test number
    241730017083
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

  9. Pass114,093 miles (+7,342)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2022
    Odometer
    114,093 miles
    Test number
    188448169539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass106,751 miles (+3,253)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2021
    Odometer
    106,751 miles
    Test number
    779227813662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass103,498 miles (+7,681)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    103,498 miles
    Test number
    360380511955

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass95,817 miles (+8,136)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    95,817 miles
    Test number
    161469191592
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust clamp corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted

  13. Pass87,681 miles (+7,759)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    87,681 miles
    Test number
    603294740759
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust clamp corroded but still secure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake slight bind
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cut but not exposing cords
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear slight brake bind
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass79,922 miles (+8,022)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    79,922 miles
    Test number
    387498374652
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear discs corroded outer surface (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryMiddle exhaust sleeve corroded

  15. Pass71,900 miles (+6,411)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    71,900 miles
    Test number
    161220557683

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass65,489 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    65,489 miles
    Test number
    248912704322
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished
    • NoteFont wipers smeering

  17. Fail65,489 miles (+10,481)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,489 miles
    Test number
    459092104484
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished
    • NoteFont wipers smeering

  18. Pass55,008 miles (+11,530)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    55,008 miles
    Test number
    497154613268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass43,478 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2013
    Odometer
    43,478 miles
    Test number
    816293942187
    • NoteBonnet catch sticking.
    • NoteChild seats fitted to n/s/r and o/s/r.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail43,478 miles (+11,552)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,478 miles
    Test number
    407993942128
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteBonnet catch sticking.
    • NoteChild seats fitted to n/s/r and o/s/r.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass31,926 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2012
    Odometer
    31,926 miles
    Test number
    905814341199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 LPU

Does LB08 LPU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 LPU is valid until 19 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 LPU?
The MOT on LB08 LPU is valid until 19 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 LPU done?
LB08 LPU was recorded at 147,760 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2026, an average of 7,728 miles a year.
Has LB08 LPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 LPU has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 10 May 2024.
Has the mileage on LB08 LPU 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 LPU find?
LB08 LPU passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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