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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

LB08 NJFMOT history

LB08 NJF is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 27 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 2 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 187,631 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Mar 2027
Mileage
187,631 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,824 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 NJF
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
27 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 NJF was last recorded at 187,631 miles on 27 Feb 2026, 4,346 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
183,285 miles · 3 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,346 miles
Average per year
6,824 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 187,631 miles
  • 2025 – 183,285 miles
  • 2024 – 180,563 miles
  • 2023 – 173,222 miles
  • 2022 – 165,890 miles
  • 2020 – 164,832 miles
  • 2019 – 151,584 miles
  • 2018 – 121,009 miles
  • 2017 – 109,357 miles
  • 2016 – 103,528 miles
  • 2015 – 102,777 miles
  • 2012 – 94,753 miles
  • 2011 – 88,998 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass187,631 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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

20 tests since 6 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass187,631 miles (+4,346)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    187,631 miles
    Test number
    387082491273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass183,285 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    183,285 miles
    Test number
    619239293606
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail183,282 miles (+2,719)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,282 miles
    Test number
    365084639051
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Mishapen (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working Mirror unit (4.4.1 (a) (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))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass180,563 miles (+7,341)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    180,563 miles
    Test number
    904569631733
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass173,222 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    173,222 miles
    Test number
    540765314344
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail173,221 miles (+7,331)1 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,221 miles
    Test number
    595904945079
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass165,890 miles (+3)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    165,890 miles
    Test number
    754209043673
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter casing corroded

  8. Fail165,887 miles (+1,055)1 dangerous11 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,887 miles
    Test number
    794169356712
    • DangerousExhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Road wheel badly distorted rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment lever on caliper (1.1.15 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter casing corroded

  9. Pass164,832 miles (+13,248)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    164,832 miles
    Test number
    930745889098
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass151,584 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    151,584 miles
    Test number
    259720435795
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Steel wheel fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail151,583 miles (+30,574)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,583 miles
    Test number
    124512391783
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Steel wheel fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass121,009 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    121,009 miles
    Test number
    636059491700

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail121,005 miles (+11,648)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,005 miles
    Test number
    221699713257
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  14. Pass109,357 miles (+5,829)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    109,357 miles
    Test number
    290047875721
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on exhaust

  15. Pass103,528 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    103,528 miles
    Test number
    758542387463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail103,527 miles (+750)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,527 miles
    Test number
    382473904929
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  17. Pass102,777 miles (+8,024)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    102,777 miles
    Test number
    939944585020
    • NoteEngine warning light on

  18. Pass94,753 miles (+5,755)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    94,753 miles
    Test number
    787479012278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass88,998 miles (+1,882)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    88,998 miles
    Test number
    569507421290
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass87,116 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    87,116 miles
    Test number
    236377051101
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LB08 NJF

Does LB08 NJF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 NJF is valid until 2 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 NJF?
The MOT on LB08 NJF is valid until 2 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 NJF done?
LB08 NJF was recorded at 187,631 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2026, an average of 6,824 miles a year.
Has LB08 NJF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 NJF has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LB08 NJF 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 NJF find?
LB08 NJF passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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