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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,390 cc

LB08 SJUMOT history

LB08 SJU is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 25 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 166,745 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Mar 2027
Mileage
166,745 mi
At MOT on 26 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
10,159 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 SJU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 SJU was last recorded at 166,745 miles on 26 Mar 2026, 2,425 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,320 miles · 26 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,425 miles
Average per year
10,159 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 166,745 miles
  • 2025 – 164,320 miles
  • 2024 – 157,966 miles
  • 2023 – 149,726 miles
  • 2022 – 143,561 miles
  • 2021 – 137,597 miles
  • 2019 – 131,530 miles
  • 2018 – 123,225 miles
  • 2017 – 109,784 miles
  • 2016 – 91,020 miles
  • 2015 – 69,224 miles
  • 2013 – 52,698 miles
  • 2012 – 38,095 miles
  • 2011 – 18,415 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,745 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside front brake pad warning wire fouling cv joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 10 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,745 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    166,745 miles
    Test number
    546454841524
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail166,745 miles (+2,425)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,745 miles
    Test number
    163035339050
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass164,320 miles (+6,354)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    164,320 miles
    Test number
    951550950991

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass157,966 miles (+8,240)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    157,966 miles
    Test number
    574864889645
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass149,726 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    149,726 miles
    Test number
    351120193755
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail149,726 miles (+6,165)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,726 miles
    Test number
    680759770252
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass143,561 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    143,561 miles
    Test number
    662464636867
    • AdvisoryLong handbrake travel
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust leak at front joint

  8. Fail143,561 miles (+5,964)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,561 miles
    Test number
    650389998825
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryLong handbrake travel
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust leak at front joint

  9. Pass137,597 miles (+6,067)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    137,597 miles
    Test number
    489120478788
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass131,530 miles (+8,305)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    131,530 miles
    Test number
    915658451460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass123,225 miles (+13,441)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    123,225 miles
    Test number
    495999958368
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass109,784 miles (+18,764)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    109,784 miles
    Test number
    964471041549
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass91,020 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    91,020 miles
    Test number
    814816101686
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake pad warning wire fouling cv joint

  14. Fail91,018 miles (+21,794)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,018 miles
    Test number
    969043306954
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake pad warning wire fouling cv joint
    • AdvisoryUnable to open nearside rear door from inside

  15. Pass69,224 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    69,224 miles
    Test number
    187418405453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail69,224 miles (+16,526)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,224 miles
    Test number
    678588105068
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  17. Pass52,698 miles (+14,603)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    52,698 miles
    Test number
    325676543386
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Fail38,095 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,095 miles
    Test number
    427989542417
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass38,095 miles (+19,680)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    38,095 miles
    Test number
    535839842359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass18,415 miles (+1,952)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    18,415 miles
    Test number
    568660951372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass16,463 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    16,463 miles
    Test number
    496414871130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail16,463 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,463 miles
    Test number
    907721361129
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Questions about LB08 SJU

Does LB08 SJU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 SJU is valid until 25 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 SJU?
The MOT on LB08 SJU is valid until 25 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 SJU done?
LB08 SJU was recorded at 166,745 miles at its MOT on 26 Mar 2026, an average of 10,159 miles a year.
Has LB08 SJU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 SJU has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LB08 SJU 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 SJU find?
LB08 SJU passed its latest MOT on 26 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front coil spring corroded; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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