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Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

LB08 MLVMOT history

LB08 MLV is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 7 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 146,311 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Apr 2027
Mileage
146,311 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,330 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 MLV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 MLV was last recorded at 146,311 miles on 8 Apr 2026, 5,122 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
141,189 miles · 1 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5,122 miles
Average per year
8,330 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 146,311 miles
  • 2025 – 141,189 miles
  • 2023 – 131,436 miles
  • 2022 – 124,962 miles
  • 2021 – 114,024 miles
  • 2020 – 107,138 miles
  • 2019 – 98,213 miles
  • 2018 – 88,395 miles
  • 2017 – 77,352 miles
  • 2016 – 66,530 miles
  • 2015 – 55,807 miles
  • 2014 – 49,022 miles
  • 2013 – 41,076 miles
  • 2012 – 31,462 miles
  • 2011 – 21,813 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,311 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • 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
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass146,311 miles (+5,122)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    146,311 miles
    Test number
    831983996310
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass141,189 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    141,189 miles
    Test number
    507391410909
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail141,187 miles (+9,751)2 dangerous3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,187 miles
    Test number
    505816771071
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass131,436 miles (+6,474)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    131,436 miles
    Test number
    954080051909

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass124,962 miles (+10,938)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    124,962 miles
    Test number
    148268416930
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  6. Pass114,024 miles (+6,886)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    114,024 miles
    Test number
    765815523871

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass107,138 miles (+8,925)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    107,138 miles
    Test number
    281027054694
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass98,213 miles (+9,818)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    98,213 miles
    Test number
    300816211163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass88,395 miles (+11,043)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    88,395 miles
    Test number
    660380606890
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner edge

  10. Pass77,352 miles (+10,822)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    77,352 miles
    Test number
    665174818927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass66,530 miles (+10,723)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    66,530 miles
    Test number
    182885012531
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing on inner edges

  12. Pass55,807 miles (+6,785)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    55,807 miles
    Test number
    347712715111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass49,022 miles (+7,946)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    49,022 miles
    Test number
    215013014429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass41,076 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    41,076 miles
    Test number
    126528093053
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have cuts in tread.

  15. Fail41,076 miles (+9,614)2 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,076 miles
    Test number
    838268193097
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have cuts in tread.

  16. Pass31,462 miles (+9,649)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    31,462 miles
    Test number
    177143792445
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  17. Pass21,813 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    21,813 miles
    Test number
    466238811100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 MLV

Does LB08 MLV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 MLV is valid until 7 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 MLV?
The MOT on LB08 MLV is valid until 7 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 MLV done?
LB08 MLV was recorded at 146,311 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2026, an average of 8,330 miles a year.
Has LB08 MLV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 MLV has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LB08 MLV 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 MLV find?
LB08 MLV passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 3 more.

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