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Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,390 cc

LB08 SZDMOT history

LB08 SZD is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 7 Aug 2008. Its MOT expired on 9 Feb 2024 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 137,842 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Feb 2024
Mileage
137,842 mi
At MOT on 13 Feb 2024
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,228 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 SZD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
7 Aug 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
13 Feb 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB08 SZD was last recorded at 137,842 miles on 13 Feb 2024, 7,199 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,643 miles · 10 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
7,199 miles
Average per year
7,228 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 137,842 miles
  • 2023 – 130,643 miles
  • 2022 – 123,540 miles
  • 2021 – 118,826 miles
  • 2020 – 112,522 miles
  • 2019 – 104,446 miles
  • 2018 – 98,987 miles
  • 2017 – 91,790 miles
  • 2016 – 88,284 miles
  • 2015 – 82,025 miles
  • 2014 – 76,016 miles
  • 2013 – 70,344 miles
  • 2011 – 47,367 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail137,842 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Wing Corroded not likely to cause injury
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Body Corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnderbody covers fitted not allowing full visual inspection of some components

What MOT failures 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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

18 tests since 8 Aug 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail137,842 miles (+7,199)8 major1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,842 miles
    Test number
    332150909071
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Wing Corroded not likely to cause injury
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Body Corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covers fitted not allowing full visual inspection of some components

  2. Pass130,643 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    130,643 miles
    Test number
    715374381676
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail130,643 miles (+7,103)2 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,643 miles
    Test number
    890909916137
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass123,540 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    123,540 miles
    Test number
    637956324340
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail123,540 miles (+4,714)1 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,540 miles
    Test number
    272148955098
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass118,826 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    118,826 miles
    Test number
    817691840794
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail118,824 miles (+6,302)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,824 miles
    Test number
    609116271007
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass112,522 miles (+8,076)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    112,522 miles
    Test number
    463302219552

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass104,446 miles (+5,459)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    104,446 miles
    Test number
    243796923214
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass98,987 miles (+22)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    98,987 miles
    Test number
    405401445593
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryO/s/r outer side lamp bulb inop

  11. Fail98,965 miles (+7,175)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,965 miles
    Test number
    230599245669
    • FailureEmissions not tested engine oil bellow min (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureHeadlamp levelling device obviously defective level sensor broken n/s/f (1.7.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryO/s/r outer side lamp bulb inop

  12. Pass91,790 miles (+3,506)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    91,790 miles
    Test number
    566747574616
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass88,284 miles (+6,259)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    88,284 miles
    Test number
    753693793154
    • AdvisoryFront Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass82,025 miles (+6,009)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    82,025 miles
    Test number
    165491185183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass76,016 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    76,016 miles
    Test number
    307723864130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail76,016 miles (+5,672)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,016 miles
    Test number
    896223764168
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  17. Pass70,344 miles (+22,977)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    70,344 miles
    Test number
    327355273168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass47,367 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    47,367 miles
    Test number
    708720721244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 SZD

Does LB08 SZD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 SZD expired on 9 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 SZD?
The MOT on LB08 SZD expired on 9 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 SZD done?
LB08 SZD was recorded at 137,842 miles at its MOT on 13 Feb 2024, an average of 7,228 miles a year.
Has LB08 SZD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 SZD has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LB08 SZD 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 SZD find?
LB08 SZD failed its latest MOT on 13 Feb 2024 with 8 major defects, 1 minor defect and 13 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits, and 19 more.

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