
Volkswagen Golf
Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc
LB08 OJWMOT history
LB08 OJW is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 24 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 90,992 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 30 Jul 2027
- Mileage
- 90,992 mi
- At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
- MOT tests
- 18
- 16 passed · 2 failed
- Per year
- 4,518 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LB08 OJW
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Golf
- Colour
- Silver
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 1,896 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2008
- First used
- 24 Jul 2008
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 27 Jul 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
LB08 OJW was last recorded at 90,992 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 996 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2025.
Mileage went down between tests
- 29 Jul 2020: 77,451 miles, lower than 120,353 miles on 1 Aug 2019.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 89,996 miles · 31 Jul 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 996 miles
- Average per year
- 4,518 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 90,992 miles
- 2025 – 89,996 miles
- 2024 – 87,705 miles
- 2023 – 85,711 miles
- 2022 – 82,325 miles
- 2021 – 79,525 miles
- 2020 – 77,451 miles
- 2019 – 120,353 miles
- 2018 – 70,388 miles
- 2017 – 66,303 miles
- 2016 – 60,287 miles
- 2015 – 53,796 miles
- 2014 – 46,549 miles
- 2013 – 38,133 miles
- 2012 – 30,772 miles
- 2011 – 23,163 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryCentral exhaust sleeve is in poor condition
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
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
Minor6 MOTs, 2020–2025
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge
Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge
Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023
Centre exhaust sleeve is in poor condition
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated
Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025
Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated
Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024
Full MOT history
18 tests since 22 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass90,992 miles (+996)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jul 2027
- Odometer
- 90,992 miles
- Test number
- 866727794750
- AdvisoryCentral exhaust sleeve is in poor condition
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Pass89,996 miles (+3)1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jul 2026
- Odometer
- 89,996 miles
- Test number
- 872783831584
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryCentre exhaust sleeve is in poor condition
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Fail89,993 miles (+2,288)4 major2 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 89,993 miles
- Test number
- 759275291562
- MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryCentre exhaust sleeve is in poor condition
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside rear brake calliper has staining around it, may have been leaking at some point
Pass87,705 miles (+1,994)4 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Jul 2025
- Odometer
- 87,705 miles
- Test number
- 862989390583
- MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Pass85,711 miles (+3,386)2 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Jul 2024
- Odometer
- 85,711 miles
- Test number
- 385809279537
- MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryPassenger front outer handle missing barrel section behind it.
Pass82,325 miles (+2,800)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Jul 2023
- Odometer
- 82,325 miles
- Test number
- 698514542471
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass79,525 miles (+2,074)1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Jul 2022
- Odometer
- 79,525 miles
- Test number
- 932349736017
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass77,451 miles (-42,902)1 minor
- MOT expiry
- 28 Jul 2021
- Odometer
- 77,451 miles
- Test number
- 209599731638
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Pass120,353 miles (+49,965)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 31 Jan 2021
- Odometer
- 120,353 miles
- Test number
- 709478156094
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Pass70,388 miles (+4,085)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Jul 2019
- Odometer
- 70,388 miles
- Test number
- 531570289400
- AdvisoryAll brake pads appear low requires wheels off to confirm
- AdvisoryBoth rear tyres showing signs of ageing/perishing
- AdvisoryDamage on nearside of windscreen
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre devoid of tread on inner edge.
- AdvisoryRecommend three new tyres
- AdvisoryUnder covers fitted obscuring some testable items
Pass66,303 miles (+6,016)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Jul 2018
- Odometer
- 66,303 miles
- Test number
- 880681737556
- AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin FRONT (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin INNER REAR <<< WHEEL OFF CHECK ADVISED (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryREAR TYRES OLD PERISHED
Pass60,287 miles (+6,491)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Jul 2017
- Odometer
- 60,287 miles
- Test number
- 198688078957
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are perishing
Pass53,796 miles
- MOT expiry
- 24 Jul 2016
- Odometer
- 53,796 miles
- Test number
- 266274495117
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail53,796 miles (+7,247)1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 53,796 miles
- Test number
- 865224595107
- Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Pass46,549 miles (+8,416)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 24 Jul 2015
- Odometer
- 46,549 miles
- Test number
- 277055404211
- NoteRear tyres cracking
Pass38,133 miles (+7,361)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Jul 2014
- Odometer
- 38,133 miles
- Test number
- 118878693199
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass30,772 miles (+7,609)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Jul 2013
- Odometer
- 30,772 miles
- Test number
- 286215892467
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass23,163 miles
- MOT expiry
- 24 Jul 2012
- Odometer
- 23,163 miles
- Test number
- 289383801277
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LB08 OJW
- Does LB08 OJW currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 OJW is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
- When is the MOT due on LB08 OJW?
- The MOT on LB08 OJW is valid until 30 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LB08 OJW done?
- LB08 OJW was recorded at 90,992 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 4,518 miles a year.
- Has LB08 OJW ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LB08 OJW has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2025.
- Has the mileage on LB08 OJW ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Jul 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on LB08 OJW find?
- LB08 OJW passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: central exhaust sleeve is in poor condition; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.
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