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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LB08 RDXMOT history

LB08 RDX is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 29 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 3 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 138,005 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Sept 2027
Mileage
138,005 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,965 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 RDX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
29 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 RDX was last recorded at 138,005 miles on 4 Sept 2026, 2,931 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,074 miles · 2 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,931 miles
Average per year
6,965 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,005 miles
  • 2025 – 135,074 miles
  • 2024 – 128,136 miles
  • 2023 – 125,277 miles
  • 2022 – 123,754 miles
  • 2020 – 122,491 miles
  • 2019 – 116,409 miles
  • 2018 – 107,217 miles
  • 2017 – 86,086 miles
  • 2016 – 77,437 miles
  • 2015 – 69,488 miles
  • 2014 – 61,747 miles
  • 2013 – 52,886 miles
  • 2012 – 41,654 miles
  • 2011 – 31,407 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,005 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front exhaust hanger is broken but the exhaust is still supported

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 16 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,005 miles (+2,931)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    138,005 miles
    Test number
    325743908289
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass135,074 miles (+14)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    135,074 miles
    Test number
    958220566339
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail135,060 miles (+6,924)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,060 miles
    Test number
    116551308343
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass128,136 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    128,136 miles
    Test number
    199934003006
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust hanger is broken but the exhaust is still supported

  5. Fail128,133 miles (+2,856)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,133 miles
    Test number
    865975703978
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust hanger is broken but the exhaust is still supported

  6. Pass125,277 miles (+645)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    125,277 miles
    Test number
    240372218782

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass124,632 miles (+878)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    124,632 miles
    Test number
    950301966904
    • MinorOffside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  8. Pass123,754 miles (+1,263)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    123,754 miles
    Test number
    117482395257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass122,491 miles (+6,082)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    122,491 miles
    Test number
    338417036432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass116,409 miles (+9,192)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    116,409 miles
    Test number
    858189374559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass107,217 miles (+7,931)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    107,217 miles
    Test number
    337873616154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass99,286 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    99,286 miles
    Test number
    801351453635
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing low on inside edge

  13. Fail99,286 miles (+13,200)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,286 miles
    Test number
    888730737636
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing low on inside edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass86,086 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    86,086 miles
    Test number
    783028858003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail86,086 miles (+8,649)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,086 miles
    Test number
    196939352317
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

  16. Pass77,437 miles (+7,949)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    77,437 miles
    Test number
    528537753807
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear bush (2.5.A.1c)

  17. Pass69,488 miles (+7,741)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    69,488 miles
    Test number
    305971775093
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  18. Pass61,747 miles (+8,861)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    61,747 miles
    Test number
    376618394074
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass52,886 miles (+11,232)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    52,886 miles
    Test number
    269056003160
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracking

  20. Fail41,654 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,654 miles
    Test number
    716324202186
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on edges

  21. Pass41,654 miles (+10,247)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    41,654 miles
    Test number
    939104902159
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on edges

  22. Pass31,407 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2012
    Odometer
    31,407 miles
    Test number
    356556831156
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Fail31,407 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,407 miles
    Test number
    769686331151
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LB08 RDX

Does LB08 RDX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 RDX is valid until 3 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 RDX?
The MOT on LB08 RDX is valid until 3 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 RDX done?
LB08 RDX was recorded at 138,005 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2026, an average of 6,965 miles a year.
Has LB08 RDX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 RDX has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LB08 RDX 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 RDX find?
LB08 RDX passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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